NFPA, FIRE CODES & BEYOND
A review of hood changes over time, plus the likely outcomes from mandating particulate-blocking hoods
It’s time for NFPA to develop a standard specifically tailored to what’s expected of a health and safety officer
Eric Valliere, chair of the Fire Department Safety Officers Association, spoke with FireRescue1 about this year’s safety push around electric batteries
Incorporating the annual theme into training takes planning, repetition and creativity
Fires involving e-bikes and similar devices in NYC have killed 9 people this year, compared to 10 in 2022, 2021 combined
Detailing live-fire training options and requirements, from medical monitoring to decon to water supply and beyond
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- Structural firefighters need wildland firefighting PPE, too
- Understanding the fire service role in disaster preparedness, response and mitigation efforts
- Decon alley: 5 steps to doffing firefighter PPE before rehab
- Fundamental changes needed to address turnout gear contamination
- Developing fire prevention competencies for firefighters through self-study programs
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