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.
From paddleboarding and kayaking to fishing in remote areas, discover the gear, training and self-defense strategies outdoor enthusiasts need to stay safe on the water
A driver struck gas lines at the Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center, leading to an explosion as Wilmington firefighters searched for occupants
A practical guide to interpreting urine color for maintaining optimal hydration
Understand the biggest and the fastest-growing risks to firefighters is step one in staying safe and out of trouble
Why we need to consider another incident priority: Helping fire victims post-fire
Efforts to retrofit high-rise buildings with sprinklers following a fatal apartment building fire last year were stalled due to the COVID-19 pandemic
The bureau had recorded only 10 positive cases between Feb. 28 and Nov. 17
The Jamison firefighter was transported to a local medical center with non-life-threatening injuries
The Jacksonville firefighters entered the home to search for an individual who neighbors feared was trapped inside
The firefighter was using a circular saw when his turnout gear ignited
The 2020 edition includes revisions such as the addition of new materials, improved illustrations and easier-to-understand language
Don’t get caught empty-handed at the scene, consuming precious seconds returning to the truck for tools
Working to understand the obstacles that prevent firefighters from taking proper safety precautions
As more mid-rises go up, firefighters increasingly need a way to safely exit a window or balcony
One of the firefighters sustained serious injuries while attempting to save a man clinging to rocks amidst rough waters
Kansas City’s new guidance comes after an outbreak at the police department and applies to all essential workers
Odessa Firefighter Evan Gaw, charged with the murder of Odessa Firefighter Michael Mack, reportedly told police he had taken 3.2 grams of “shrooms” and struggled with Mack over a gun
The driver of the other vehicle and two other passengers were taken to the hospital after the crash; Reece City Fire Chief Joel Boggs said no firefighters were injured
According to the study led by FDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Prezant, the department’s decision to exempt firefighters from some medical calls likely factored into the difference
Ohio and Kentucky fire departments work in a unified command to manage a fire and hazmat incident on the Brent Spence Bridge connecting the states
West Manatee Fire Rescue Chief Ben Rigney said first responders were told the power had been shut off, but that the firefighter was shocked while reaching to check the patient’s pulse
The Eastern Connecticut EMS Council sent a letter to the state officials stressing the need for more tests after outbreaks at firehouses
Officials said that an improperly-installed solar power system sparked the blaze
A simple checklist helps fire service leaders evaluate PPE technology and cleaning claims
The man was allegedly wearing the fire chef’s vest and ID badge when he was freed from the wreck
Survey reveals one-third of departments don’t train on EV fires, half don’t have SOGs for them
Firefighters and EMS providers will now use elastomeric respirators on every call instead of disposable N95 masks
Frederick County officials said the firefighters were responding to a motorcycle crash when a second motorcycle drove through the scene
A survey of nearly 12,000 firefighters found that about 1 out of every 20 firefighters who responded to 11 or more fires per year suffered from atrial fibrillation, a type of irregular heartbeat
A total of 37 Springfield firefighters are now quarantined due to the outbreak, which is believed to have stemmed from contact with an asymptomatic “patient zero” outside of the department
Mason Ochoa jumped into action after seeing his 2-year-old brother fall into the pool through a home security system
A freak accident in San Francisco underscores the dangers of working near moving vehicles
