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Firefighter injuries: The role of PPE in prevention and protection
Data from the NFPA report “Firefighter Injuries on the Fireground” can guide us toward better use of PPE to mitigate injuries
Why testing standards for gloves may be the firefighter PPE weak link
Thermal protective performance testing can fall short on accurately representing glove heat insulation
10 investments worth every penny for company officers
From literal teaching tools to more abstract personal investments, there are several ways to level up your skills
Little things mean a lot, especially concerning your PPE
It all comes down to proper fit and use, post-incident reviews, and policies and procedures
Firefighter footwear: Evolution, advancements and new requirements
Detailing changes to firefighter boots over the years, plus insights into fireground contamination, and what lies ahead for NFPA 1971
How are you transporting your contaminated PPE and equipment back to the station?
When apparatus are maxed out on compartment space, storage bags offer a useful solution for transporting your gear
Making the case for firefighter PPE restricted substances lists
The NFPA 1971 technical committee is currently considering an RSL of chemicals and specific levels for those chemicals
Dioxins: The most hazardous substance in structure fire environments
What firefighters must understand about their exposure risks and decontamination efforts
