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.
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A Broussard Fire Department captain underwent neck surgery for injuries he sustained when part of a brick wall collapsed on him and two other firefighters
At least 30 people, including two New Orleans Police officers, were transported to five local hospitals for injuries
A new law to keep bystanders from interfering with first responders goes into effect in 2025
The firefighter suffered third-degree burns and torn muscles after being caught in a fireball one year ago
The firefighter was buried in drywall before being aided by other firefighters and transported to the hospital
A preliminary report says a downed power line sparked it; the blaze brought the evacuation of administrative buildings
The roof of the plastics warehouse collapsed while they were trying to extinguish the blaze
Fire Engineer Ryan Osler was killed in the crash; another firefighter was taken to a hospital with minor injuries
Officials believe the incident was an act of retaliation after the Macedonia Fire Department took over the town’s fire and paramedic services
Officials said the problem was related to the range of the fire department’s antenna and its installation on an AT&T tower
Authorities arrested Ahmad Khan Rahami hours after police issued a bulletin and photo of him
The firefighter was opening a side door when another vehicle hit the door, which slammed into his head
Here’s a comprehensive look at what to wear under your bunker gear and why
The man told police that if he had a gun he would kill the firefighters
Ballistic protective equipment for active shooter response is eligible for Assistance to Firefighters grant funding
The union asserted that Houston firefighters have had to use duct tape and wooden beams to fix equipment
The new evidence-based firefighting curriculum will be incorporated into training certification standards and adopted by all fire services in Canada
Love them or hate them, apparatus chevrons are here to stay; here’s a look at how the requirements have changed and may change in the future
Vital sign abnormalities during rehab may indicate a medical problem requiring the firefighter to follow-up with their primary care physician
Firefighters must know the dangers of flashovers and the limited time you have to get to safety
He is accused of sucker punching a man twice and was charged with aggravated assault; he claims he was defending himself
The multiple structure fire left four firefighters with heat exhaustion
Alex Wallbrett was recognized for coming to the aid of a coworker who was stabbed by a bystander last year
How did you do? Don’t forget to share your results and challenge your colleagues
Volunteer firefighter Marty Schiraldi shredded his thumb and two fingers during a carpentry accident
Officials said both men are familiar with the park and are experienced backpackers
A recent study makes some fundamentally wrong, and right, assertions about firefighter safety practices
Michael R. Strouse was injured when piping inside a fire cab broke and shot the chemicals at high pressure into his eyes
Joseph Carberry was deemed a danger by the court and was denied bail Friday
The firefighters were transported to the hospital after the fire broke out Friday
Firefighters were recently cleared to administer naloxone before EMS arrives
Officials said the rig veered off the road and rolled over Friday morning
The pileup killed Fire Chief Spencer Chauvin and injured another firefighter