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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

University of Arizona researchers found PFAS exposure may alter microRNAs, triggering early biological changes that could help guide future prevention strategies
As helmet technology and PPE standards evolve, fire service leaders reassess the necessity of ear covers and face shields
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How streamlining checks and inventory management reduces costs and enhances efficiency
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
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized a rule requiring manufacturers to report their use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances
A preview of what is likely to come to fruition in the next editions of NFPA 1971 for turnout gear and NFPA 1981 for SCBA
Selecting new garments can be simple when done in a methodical way
It’s time to put these issues to rest once and for all – and start doing the right thing
Federal funding helped Menands and Ballston Lake firefighters purchase extrication tools and a gear washer
Legislation and lawsuits grow as the effort to avoid cancer and PFAS-infused materials continues
The next edition of NFPA 1851 may give detergent or cleaning agent suppliers a means to legitimately claim compliance with the standard
Bart Van Leeuwen, a 27-year veteran of the Dutch fire service, shared international fire tactics and his department’s approach to life safety
Dan Moynihan said the toxins in the air from the widespread destruction, like on Sept. 11, should cause first responders to wear masks
More than 300 vendors made their way to the Kansas City Convention Center to showcase the latest and greatest fire service products
The IPSDI CEO argues that labeling firefighters by arbitrary birth years is unfair, too convenient and shortchanges the conversation around individuality
A new EPA rule on forever chemicals could cost manufacturers $1B to come into compliance
Fire apparatus from Salem and Wenham, along with full sets of PPE and SCBA will ship out to first responders in the war-torn country
France’s Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne is home to MSA Safety’s Gallet fire helmets
Firefighters often work in extreme environments; how we prepare ourselves for those conditions can influence the outcome
Methuen officials passed an ordinance stating the city will not purchase firefighter gear unless it is PFAS-free
Wake County is reducing the risk of cancer with PPE, decon and prohibiting tobacco products
The funds will provide six fire departments with PPE, training and supplies