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 Charlotte SouthPark fire report highlights improvements in several areas, including the hiring of more inspectors and enhanced firefighter survival training
Alarming statistics underscore the need for more smoke alarm community checks and messaging
The Center for Firefighter Safety, Health and Well-being will be a consolidation of research on the risks firefighters face
The device was placed at the base of a U.S. Forest Service sign; the firefighter received minor injuries
Chief Billy Goldfeder is both a firefighter safety and Internet pioneer, and his works’ longevity is due to being simple in focus and unchanging
Firefighters encountered a yellow, smoke condition when they responded; they were treated and later released
One medic suffered a serious leg injury and the other medic and firefighter suffered minor injuries; a patient on board died
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The department received 118 sets of ballistic protection gear for use in active-shooter situations and mass-casualty incidents
Patrick Schultz suffered third-degree burns on both arms and his left leg, and second-degree burns on his face
The study said cardiovascular events, often related to diet and weight, are the leading cause of firefighters’ deaths in the line of duty
Rodney Bingham was four feet away from the truck’s bumper when the engine’s siren was activated; it caused permanent damage to his hearing
Richard Marchman, 67, collapsed one mile from the trailhead after rescuing an injured hiker
Firefighter Brandon Hudson was injured after falling between two buildings and being wedged between the opposing walls
The firefighter suffered a rash on his legs and an arm caused by the explosion, but no glass cuts
The man was Tasered twice, and pulled out the prongs both times
A rocket landed on the ground between a firefighter’s legs; the explosion caused temporary hearing loss
It was found that the rig had been recently serviced for an electrical issue
Firefighters in harnesses could be seen removing the riders one by one from coaster cars; four people received minor injuries
Chief Robert Glenn “Bud” Webster was driving the apparatus when it overturned, causing him to be ejected and pinned underneath the vehicle
Nine public safety personnel were among those transported for treatment of minor eye and throat irritation
Firefighter roadside safety expert will show officers how to keep firefighters safer and how to get better trained in that area
With an understanding of these basic rules, any firefighter can assist landing a helicopter
Fourteen-year veteran Lt. Gordon Ambelas was honored last month for helping save a 7-year-old boy
Ben Carlson was helping a swimmer struggling when they were hit by a large wave; the swimmer made it to the shore but Carlson went under water
Chief Matt Shobert was released Friday after undergoing a four to six-hour reconstructive face operation
Fourteen-year veteran Lt. Gordon Ambelas was honored last month for helping save a 7-year-old boy
The list was established with the idea that those who set fires are likely to do it again
Police are investigating who had the right of way; no firefighters were injured
Fire Chief Matt Shobert had the first of what is likely to be several reconstructive surgeries on his face
Sutphen Corp. picked up the truck to make the necessary repairs at no cost to the fire department
Lt. Stu Tudor, 54, was put in a medically induced coma while his injuries were assessed
Officials found one of the 100-pound propane tanks 95 feet from the truck following the explosion
