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 donation from H&H Chevrolet will help Newville firefighters keep electric vehicles shifting into drive
Three firefighters assigned to Engine 32 were injured when their fire engine overturned while responding to a rescue
The Anchorage Fire Department is calling attention to poor maintenance, safety problems in multi-family housing
There are a lot of choices when it comes protective fire eyewear, and that’s a good thing; here’s a guide to selecting the right protection for the right situation
Two injured firefighters were taken to the hospital and released; one other is in the hospital with minor injuries
A cause for the derailment hasn’t been determined yet; no injuries were reported
One firefighter is in critical condition; the others were transported to a hospital, with undisclosed injuries
Firefighters on the ice-coated bridge didn’t know where Scott Tanksley was until he was spotted face-down on a road 56 feet below them
After a firefighter’s death, policy requires firefighters to wear reflective vests and gear when on an accident call
The 70-year-old wants $150,000 and suggested sirens be covered by a shield to reduce noise
They were trapped when a porch on the home collapsed; one firefighter suffered serious injuries and the others were released
The SUV crashed into a snowbank after its brakes failed, rupturing the gas tank and causing a fire which exploded an onboard oxygen tank
Whether just starting a firefighting career or a seasoned officer, being adept at getting the most out of an after-incident critique makes firefighters and the department better
The firefighter was hurt while trying to put out a beach lodge fire; he’s in stable condition
Proper firefighter training, equipment, technique and awareness can reduce the dangers of ice rescues
Falling numbers and aging staffs pose an escalating risk to people and property
From 2010 to 2012, about 70,450 firefighter injuries occurred annually; the majority occurred in structure fires
The firefighters claim the 1044 Cairns model were designed poorly and caused neck and head injuries
New rules would require oil trains to use stronger tank cars and make other safety improvements
The box is a newborn incubator that would give mothers in crisis a way to surrender their children safely and anonymously
The bag is designed to be used by a non-medical person during an incident where EMS can’t immediately access the injured due to scene safety restrictions
He is concerned about his exposure during training and that the material made its way into the base’s drinking-water supply
Patrick Cullum’s quick and frank openness allows us to better understand the tragic event and its consequences
Firefighter John York is recovering well and is grateful for the support he and his family have received from the community
The firefighter, a 15-year veteran, hurt his shoulder; he was released from the hospital and is recovering
A medic blacked out at the wheel and collided with the ambulance he was following; both medics are in stable condition
James Carroll Gay was arrested in connection to the calls; he’s being held in jail on $100,000 bail
Firefighter Patrick Cullum discusses the pain and lessons from an incident that killed Chief Kenneth Lehr and his desire to honor his mentor and friend
Medics took the firefighter to the hospital, where he’s in stable condition and expected to stay overnight
The railroad agency will examine all elements, including weather, the track and the operation of the train
Most certified PPE is on the up and up, but that’s not always the case; here’s how to identify suspect certification claims
Roadsides are among the most dangerous environments firefighters and medics enter; here are ways to keep your crew safe on scene
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