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 longtime volunteer, safety and health advocate underscores the power of showing your members you care
A well-executed chief’s inspection can mean the difference between a department that is merely functional and one that excels
A unique tie back by Wichita firefighters left several readers giving their thoughts on who should have done the work
The people injured ranged from 3 years old to older than 80; the crowd had gathered for the memorial service of William Nickell
Firefighters not only have to knock a fire down, they have to get residents out, which can be tricky at night
A small fire broke out on the station’s roof, causing smoke and water damage
The audit found that 263 of more than 5,000 apartment buildings were inspected in the last two years, well below the goal of 470 per month
Carrie Robbins, 41, said she was trying to kill herself; the incident injured two firefighters
The problem ultimately was traced to a broken boiler pipe in a grocery store basement
Those who stubbornly cling to outdated methods show contempt for firefighter safety
Officials said the gloves may allow absorption into the person’s tissue, turning the responder into a victim
Firefighters dressed up as Han Solo and Princess Leia to present to elementary schools on fire safety
The bats have been living on the property for years, but have become violent and pose health risks
The fires have burned 65 square miles; they began after lightning strikes
On average, 37 children die from heatstroke after being left in hot cars every year
The current plan is to update training to make sure that first responders are aware of the risks posed by contact with fentanyl
The firefighter’s daughter was playing with the popular toy when a metal bearing flew off and into her mouth
The wildfire location data-sharing program will be expanded and enhanced in 2017
The city has flushed millions of gallons of water through the city’s pipes and water system hoping to remove the compounds
The study showed decision-making was often intuitive and reflexive, with officers affected by past experiences of similar incidents
Responders will receive ballistic vests and helmets tested against special threats
The first symposium was created to address apparatus, maintenance and maintenance personnel issues
A transient jumped into a fire truck and attempted to pull the driver out of the cab
Firefighters used equipment to lift the vehicle off the woman, who was eight months pregnant
Firefighters moved from the affected stations because bedbugs were hard to eradicate
Fellow firefighters immediately came to Ben Schultz’s aid when he was injured and took him to a hospital
An alert system would tell drivers that a passenger is in the backseat when the car is turned off
Firefighters will be called upon to mitigate the effects of bombings and other incidents involving the use of explosive devices
The firefighter, whose name has not been released, was transported to a trauma center
Hidden fire and the introduction of a PPV fan can be a deadly combination for interior firefighters
Brent Johnson started his career in public service as a volunteer firefighter-paramedic
Crews said their move to temporary housing has not affected their ability to respond to calls
The 24-year-old driver was attempting to merge back into the right lane when he struck the fire truck head-on
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