Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
State legislators are considering funding to help fire departments replace PFAS-laden PPE, as evidence links the toxic chemicals to cancer risks
Areas of focus included preparing for wildfire and WUI events, managing lithium battery fires, and new approaches to firefighter health and wellness
The road to PFAS-free PPE is paved with good intentions but full of unknowns
Selecting the right gear for your department includes more than considering dollars and cents
No matter the choice, Fire-Dex provides firefighters with the most breathable composites on the market
SABER shirts and pants are chemical, heavy metal, toxin, and PFAS-free
Communication on the fireground is made easier and safer with a personal public address system integrated into an incident command center
Incident reports can be helpful, but do you recall the date and address of every incident you ever responded to? You need something more.
The Princeton Fire Department purchased six Level A suits for hazardous materials incidents
Answering the most common questions, including how well Li-ion battery fire contaminants can be removed through PPE cleaning
Early ventilation is a key element in reducing cancer risk for firefighters
Code Red Fire boots are constructed to meet NFPA certification
Combines next-gen material science and design features that supercharge breathability to address the risk of heat stress
Female firefighters explained how gear designed for men increases their risk of being burned, slows their movements
Footwear should provide optimum agility, fit and comfort in addition to protection from fireground hazards
The Fire Hunter Pro is made of the highest quality, water resistant, and durable European bullhide leather.
AFG 2023 is open — download this guide now for your best chance of success at receiving AFG funding for PPE
From the specifications for soft goods to ratings for electronics in explosive environments, the upcoming consolidation of standards will offer greater protection for firefighters
A NIST study found increased PFAS concentrations after turnout gear textiles were stressed
Every firefighter, new and experienced, can benefit from a quick knowledge check about cancer prevention
How to apply these guides – and where they can be improved for increased use among firefighters
State funding is available to volunteers for facility improvements, PPE and regional training support
Firefighters from several departments responded to the Eagan facility for a fire in between two roofs
Fire Department Superintendent Roman Nelson said firefighters lack the basics for fighting recent swamp fires, wildfires
Firefighter Amanda Keesey shares great gift ideas for this holiday season
Understanding the ensemble and how the components work together provides a solid appreciation of both PPE protections and limitations
Overcoming complexities and learning how firefighters can impact PPE requirements
The market is witnessing a trend towards rental services, offering enhanced flexibility and cost-effectiveness for fire departments
RESCEU Intellitech addresses market demand with a new single-phase Solo Rescue decon washer, redefining firefighter safety
Twin Falls’ new Station 2’s hold all of its apparatus and has a decontamination area separated from living quarters
Government officials hear testimonies about challenges involving recruitment, cancer, mental health, EVs, climate change and beyond
