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With the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, it's a good time to review protocols for PPE regulations when dealing with car hazards and unknowns

There has been a broad decline in protective garment composite thermal protective performance levels recently

Snow can hinder the size-up, hiding dangers and firefighter tools, and requires more effort to effect a fire attack, making rehab a must

Alarm time connects lab performance to fireground survival — and shows why gear condition, moisture and design all matter

Personal reflections on diagnosis, support systems, treatment, recovery and the path ahead

Officers must take personal responsibility for member readiness and plan single-company and multi-company drills to hone their own command skills

The road to PFAS-free PPE is paved with good intentions but full of unknowns

Proximity firefighting ensembles are not just for aircraft firefighting, and not all suits have the same level of protection

Understanding how NFPA 1970 addresses PFAS in fire gear

Make sure you are able to recognize the signs of flashover because you don't have much time to get out

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