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
How well do you know your PPE? Educate yourself on the materials and correct use of the gear you use for structural firefighting
Reducing firefighter cancer risk: How emotionally attached are you? Apply some simple marriage vows to your use of PPE at a structural fire
AFG 2021: Detailing changes to this year’s application FEMA has made significant updates to criteria and priorities for PPE and other key categories
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