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 firefighter who adopted “Smokey” plans to train him for ‘stop, drop and roll’ presentations in the school districts
The law now allows TEMS medics to carry a firearm in prohibited areas for their protection
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While not everyone takes code enforcement seriously, this story is stark reminder that it remains deadly serious part of our business
Orion VI buses operate using diesel fuel and were delivered in 2000
Firefighters called sheriff’s department for assistance; man was arrested after he fought with deputy over control of his baton
Heavy flames forced crews to evacuate when part of roof collapsed
Lt. Nappi had been off-duty on 9/11 but responded from home
Air conditioning unit exploded, ignited some cardboard boxes
Oxygen-limiting silos can explode during fire when air, water are allowed in
Hundreds of firefighters from across the U.S. and Canada paid last respects to Firefighter Sweeney and Neary
Suffolk police investigated whether marshal should be charged with impersonating officer
The funeral arrangements for the two fallen firefighters have been set
Allowed firefighters to use bottles despite being aware that they were overdue for inspection
Firefighter Christopher Kerns, 26, worked at both Berea and Mount Vernon Fire Departments
Driver of tractor trailer and EMT were also taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries
Deaths of Capt. John Taylor and Firefighter Rey Rubio resulted in criminal charges
Authorities considering whether to file criminal negligence charges
The time for analysis and learning from these tragedies will come; for now, remember the fallen
Building partially collapsed as fire crews worked to bring blaze under control
Doctors are trying to figure out whether incident damaged Eric Nehl’s lungs
Stay alert, things can turn bad fast in foul weather; likewise don’t be lulled by a sunny day
Chief Kenny Fox died from injuries sustained when roof of burning bar and grill collapsed on him
3 other firefighters were injured in a wind-whipped fire that ignited 8 structures
The driver of the other vehicle was cited for causing the accident; the firefighter was not injured
Taking the time to select the proper fit will improve firefighter safety and performance
Mayor trumpeted new ‘problem property’ task force after 2010 warehouse blaze, but recent review found more than 200 firetraps
The added weight of water and firefighters can push a building’s roof beyond its designed capacity
Driver practicing maneuvers on cone course apparently lost control
Fire also displaced 30, damaged adjacent properties, snarled traffic in heavily congested area
In 2008, 12 per million Americans died in fire; in W.Va., the rate was 23.7 per million
Crews received tour of planes, discussed issues like how to turn off plane’s electrical systems, how much fuel plane carried
The medic’s SUV rolled over during a three-vehicle collision