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Culture vs. behavior: Focus your efforts on meaningful firefighter change
When fire service leaders focus on behavior change, culture takes care of itself
Firefighters are ditching the dirty gear 'Marlboro Man' look
All members of the fire service must take ownership of setting a new expectation of fire service pride
Chad Costa considers why some firefighters are still afflicted with 'Dirty Helmet Syndrome'
Exploring why some firefighters still glamorize dirty gear and unsafe actions, despite knowing the risks
Transforming our attitudes about occupational cancer risk reduction
Researchers argue that if leaders want meaningful change, they must convince members that “everyone else is doing it, too”
Portable gas meters: The essential ‘E’ in PPE you should use on every call
An action plan for first responders outlines the appropriate training and skill levels needed to operate portable gas meters
4 important considerations for victims of collapsed structures
Rescuers need to anticipate specific medical problems and patient needs as they prepare to encounter patients in a collapsed structure or debris pile
10-point MVC safety checklist
Help keep you, your crew and your patient safe at motor vehicle collision scenes
Sean Duncan details how and why firefighters should follow PPE decontamination protocols
Unpacking the PPE decon-cancer connection and what firefighters can do to protect their health
