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.
Four Baltimore firefighters suffered minor injuries after their ladder truck slid into a parked truck while responding to a fire
Former Jackson firefighter Annie Wallen accepted an $85,000 settlement, ending a federal lawsuit alleging harassment, unequal treatment and lack of proper gear
Emily Hitchings and Greg Friese analyze the wellness impact of the West Metro Fire Department changing shift change to 9 a.m.
The crew of the Morning Midas evacuated after failing to control a fire near Alaska’s Aleutian Islands; 3,000 vehicles, including 800 electric cars, were onboard
Use these planning tools, prompts and ideas to support behavioral health in your department
This structural design allows heat and smoke to travel rapidly between floors, reaching the attic or upper levels before visible signs appear
As part of a restructuring plan, three Fort Myers Beach battalion chief positions will be cut, prompting warnings about leadership gaps on emergency scenes
Challenging the fire service to adopt language and values that reflect professionalism, preparation and dedication
From gathering necessities to understanding the hazards once the winds have ceased, these seven steps will ensure your community is prepared for a major storm
Two Montgomery County firefighters and a civilian were hurt when a tanker collided with a vehicle while responding to a call
UL’s Fire Safety Research Organization and NFPA’s Fire Protection Research Foundation flag potential explosion hazard
Time and again, history has shown what happens when fire codes are ignored
Cleveland is exploring the use of drones to quickly assess scenes, aiming to boost safety for firefighters, EMTs and paramedics by providing live video before crews arrive
The Kansas City Fire Department previously relied on on-the-job training from an FAO passed down to a firefighter
Three Macon-Bibb firefighters were briefly hospitalized after their fire truck overturned while responding to a call
A firefighter on a detail in the area spotted smoke coming from the building and called it in
Darby Township police seized two fire trucks and shut down the Goodwill Volunteer Fire Company, citing insufficient certified firefighters.
Preventing and reducing fire apparatus crashes should be a leading initiative in all fire departments
Tucson firefighters on the roof escaped injury after an explosion caused the roof to collapse
This recent legacy fire prompts review of stateside historic blazes
More than 3,600 San Diego buildings are overdue for fire inspections, with many lacking any inspection record at all
The overcrowded club lacked the required exits, firewalls and fire alarms in the 1977 tragedy
A task force of hazmat-suited firefighters and police officers will begin clearing a Las Vegas wash of homeless residents due to safety concerns
Researchers say untreated addiction in the home heightens risks for kids and calls for earlier intervention
With Santa Barbara County deputies as their protection, firefighters moved into the area to battle the flames
Is your department ready to launch a natural disaster response amid reduced staffing and backup systems?
Trainee firefighters from across the Midwest gathered in Danville to battle controlled burns in a vacant house, offering a realistic, hands-on test of their fireground skills
Share these tips with your community to help replace “fight or flight” instincts with smart decision-making for scary kitchen moments
Proximity firefighting ensembles are not just for aircraft firefighting, and not all suits have the same level of protection
Firefighters use top-down, bottom-up, or controlled-burn tactics to fight them, though prevention through regular cleaning and proper wood use is key
Deputy Chief Darin Wallentine talks Safety Stand Down resources to share with your crew, plus managing “sticky” traumatic event memories
What if you could detect airborne chemical threats without ever setting foot in the hot zone?
Amid a whiplash of staffing changes, several NIOSH employees received a notice labeled “Recession of Previous Notice of Reduction in Force”
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