NFPA, FIRE CODES & BEYOND
Fallen Boston firefighter Michael Kennedy’s mother founded the Last Call Foundation, which is funding research into fireproof hoses
There are new developments in PPE for Ebola-like viruses and efforts to make firefighting PPE standards more accessible
Not all station wear is created equal; here’s what NFPA certification means and how it evolved
Lt. Rom Duckworth and Chief Rob Wylie also talk about why you should never freeze out groups in the fire service in their leadership lesson segment
Fifty-six deaths, which is the largest share of deaths last year, occurred while firefighters were operating on the fireground
Several fire service leaders brought home awards for their commitment to the industry at the annual CFSI dinner
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