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.
Lawyers for the city of Columbia said the Irmo Fire District “acted with malice in reckless disregard for the truth or falsity of the statements”
Because when that call comes in — when smoke is pouring from a quiet electric sedan or a burning robotaxi — you won’t have time to guess
Lithium-ion batteries were found at a five-alarm Bronx fire that injured 14 people, including a critically hurt firefighter
What firefighters need to know about the hazards associated with EV and ESS fires
The union posted their concerns on social media and published an open letter suggesting possible solutions
The state fire marshal’s office said the man became trapped after returning to the basement to try to extinguish the blaze
Fire Chief Jared Meeker explains how leaders can watch for signs of emotional trauma among the crew
A systematic approach that creates a “new normal” within the department is critical to firefighter commitment
Fire Chief Michael J. Lavoie recommended hiring a consultant to analyze the fire department’s practices and help develop a strategic plan
An unfortunate incident between agencies underscores the need to proactively work with outside agencies and build skills to mitigate conflict
The firefighter was shot in the leg by an “unknown offender” while responding to the car fire, authorities said
City officials had asked for buildings to be retrofitted after a 2013 fire at the same 1960s-era apartment building
The camera and swipe-card systems were installed after a fire lieutenant pleaded guilty to dealing drugs from one of the stations
Police say the suspect attacked one or more firefighters and vandalized a vehicle with the pole
Jacksonville Fire Capt. Latorrence Norris and Engineer Vincent Harper spoke publicly for the first time after being attacked by a patient
The guidelines urge early notification of first responders if patients have possible symptoms of the virus
Firefighters were at the scene of a crash when the semi-truck struck and damaged their vehicle
Fort Worth Firefighter-Paramedic Shonna Moorman says she’s facing a “very long recovery” and plans to campaign for highway safety for first responders
The explosion that killed Farmington Fire Rescue Capt. Michael Bell in September has revived support for legislation to prevent propane-related disasters
Two students are facing criminal charges after participating in a viral video challenge that prompted a fire response at their high school
Police are searching for the man they say stabbed the lieutenant while he was celebrating his wedding anniversary
Madalyn Karlbon, daughter of Avenel Firefighter and former Chief Jimmy Karlbon, woke her family after hearing the smoke detector go off
MSA’s G1 SCBA integrates a thermal imaging camera, PASS device, enhanced voice communication and GPS locator in one SCBA
The assailant fled the scene after the seemingly random attack on an off-duty lieutenant
The man had reportedly fallen off of his moped and became belligerent with first responders when they arrived to help
IAFC releases message to national media, plus safety tips for firefighters, following recent roadway incident LODDs
A total of 22 people were injured, two critically, in the early-morning high-rise fire
The station built in 1967 will be closed until further notice after floor tiles were found to contain asbestos
A police sergeant said fire and medical personnel helped work with victims and law enforcement to track down the suspect
The agency hopes to preserve roadway safety by running ambulances without lights and sirens when a patient’s injuries are not life-threatening
The complaint signed by 17 firefighters comes about one month after a department captain filed a police report against the chief
Free online and instructor-led trainings educate firefighters about flammability and toxicity risks associated with new refrigerants
Authorities are taking measures to patrol neighborhoods and secure vacant buildings after more than 30 fires in recent months, including six arsons
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