Safety
The FireRescue1 safety resource section features fire incident news; tips for how to stay safe on scene and on the roadways; lessons learned from major incidents; videos and podcasts that highlight safety-related topics, such as fireground hazards, mayday incidents, patient interactions and hazmat exposure; the impact of leadership on safety; behavioral health issues; plus analysis from major events.
The Omaha Fire Department said authorities have repeatedly removed unauthorized people from the home
Closing the hood-to-mask and hood-to-collar gap helps reduce heat stress and contaminant exposure at a critical interface in the turnout ensemble
A 19-year-old driver accused of underage drinking is facing felony charges after investigators say he drove through an fire scene in Dover, ran over a charged fire hose and attempted to spit on deputies
The firefighter was hurt while operating at a two-story house in the Arlington Heights neighborhood
Firefighters from Carl Junction and Joplin reported skin irritation after a caustic liquid melted parts of their boots while attacking a fire west of Joplin
A former Baltimore County paramedic is facing criminal charges after investigators say he contaminated colleagues’ food and fire department property, prompting a months-long investigation and his arrest without bond
Roof failures, floor collapses and basement fires are the moments that test your training
What fire departments need to know about sunlight, indoor lighting and material aging
An $866,000 Community Development Grant will fund renovations to Bridgeport’s 54-year-old firehouse, adding decontamination facilities and safety upgrades to improve response and protect firefighters’ health
Stay current on NIOSH program layoffs, the status of the National Fire Academy and changes to FEMA
It’s possible to build dangerous heat loads even in freezing conditions
Biophilic elements, natural light and advanced decontamination spaces highlight the commitment to firefighter wellness
With an increased risk of developing skin cancer, firefighters should follow simple steps to avoid sunburn
Celebrating the San Francisco Firefighters Cancer Prevention Foundation
Investigators say a passerby assaulted a firefighter while crews were preparing to extinguish an outdoor fire in Connelly Springs
From icy rivers to prolonged winter rescues, EMS teams must prepare for the harsh elements. Here’s how to stay warm, alert and effective in cold-weather emergencies.
Snow can hinder the size-up, hiding dangers and firefighter tools, and requires more effort to effect a fire attack, making rehab a must
Tracking exposures, traumatic calls, hazmat incidents and unique situations creates a personal record that protects you long after the call ends
Collapse during RIT operations highlights the need for improved pre-incident planning and collapse zone awareness at vacant structures
My personal journey proves the power of NFPA 1582 physicals in detecting cancer and cardiac abnormalities
The bravest leaders fight the fires you can’t see
Illuminating how fire service leaders harness narrative to strengthen trust, strategy and community resilience
As fire departments face increasing pressure to demonstrate their value, embracing community risk reduction may be the key to staying relevant
Bystanders spotted a man 10–15 feet down a crevice in Eugene, and firefighters rescued him after finding him pinned and unresponsive with a body temperature of 76 degrees
Four Baltimore firefighters suffered minor injuries after their ladder truck slid into a parked truck while responding to a fire
Former Jackson firefighter Annie Wallen accepted an $85,000 settlement, ending a federal lawsuit alleging harassment, unequal treatment and lack of proper gear
Emily Hitchings and Greg Friese analyze the wellness impact of the West Metro Fire Department changing shift change to 9 a.m.
Kansas City firefighters knocked down a 2-alarm fire at the vacant Parade Park housing complex, where flames engulfed a two-story building and spread to an adjoining unit
Maximize CRR efforts by working with local agencies and tapping into federal resources
MOST POPULAR
- Firearms found in Baltimore FD trainee’s car after police respond to threats made against classmates
- Ga. firefighter’s hand severed in sword attack
- Complaint filed over beard policy after Baltimore paramedic suspended
- N.H. fire chief resigns after refusing to risk firefighter safety over budget
- Maine FFs avoid booby traps while fighting brush fire at homeless encampment