SCBA
The SCBA topic features articles, news and videos related to the importance of wearing SCBA, best practices for SCBA training and a variety of other operational and safety factors.
Firefighters from several states spent six days training on self-survival, firefighter rescue, teamwork and situational awareness
Decatur Firefighter Jeremy Bevis said he began preparing for his certification almost a year before by doing extra conditioning and weightlifting
The Russell Fire Department can make sure all of its firefighters have properly fitting facepieces
Ignoring PASS alarms highlights need to better manage false activations and maintain situational awareness
Detailing how FARS works to enhance safety and efficiency
With the right training and direction, rapid intervention should never be a dull assignment
These Bluetooth-enabled SCBA systems that meet requirements of the new NFPA 1970 are a leap forward in fireground communication
Revisions for selection, care, and maintenance of turnout gear and SCBA
NFPA 1970 is a new standard combining four standards into one, covering protective ensembles for structural and proximity firefighting, work apparel, SCBA and PASS
The mindset you adopt can affect your fireground decision-making
Detailing the current areas of research and the hopeful expectations for their adoption
What you need to know about the new consolidated standard and what that means for your department
Change isn’t always a comfortable process, but it’s essential in order to stay relevant – and safe
Firefighter PPE was previously covered in four separate standards – NFPA 1971, 1975, 1981 and 1982
Grant County Fire District 7 will use AFG funds for news SCBA and a new pumper/tanker
The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department is using AFG funding to replace SCBA bought in 2003 and 2009
Amid a revolving door of new members, it can become tiresome to repeat the same training over and over, but we must dig deep and keep teaching
The Vermilion Fire Department will be able to replace 30 sets of aging self-contained breathing apparatus
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Firefighters in Elmwood Park cut down a fence at the rear of the motel to reach the trapped guest
A friendly game of dodgeball allows Plaistow junior firefighters to learn about managing their air supply
Lawsuit contends Firefighter Benjamin Polson’s PASS device did not go off, alerting firefighters to his location
The exhibit hall features thousands of products and services for fire departments and EMS agencies
Early ventilation is a key element in reducing cancer risk for firefighters
Plus, 10 tips for new firefighters on how to maximize their SCBA
AFG 2023 is open — download this guide now for your best chance of success at receiving AFG funding for PPE
Ill. OSHA report highlights accountability, communication among several errors in the death of a relatively new firefighter
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