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Firefighter PPE is needed at all times when dealing with a car fire

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

The collective push to fix our PPE PFAS problem

A recent IAFF survey highlights that firefighters want PPE that is more scalable, modular and better aligned with actual incident hazards

How to save more lives in the hazmat hot zone

Common questions about when firefighters in bunker gear and SCBA can make a save and when to wait for the hazmat team

Over 300 Mass. FDs share $5M in grants for new equipment

Essex and Gloucester departments are among 307 across the state sharing $5 million in state funding to buy updated protective gear and vehicle stabilization equipment

Study: Used turnout gear during training not a source of PFAS ‘forever chemicals’

Amid growing concern about PFAS “forever chemicals,” a pilot study suggests turnout gear used during training may not be a major airborne exposure source

Why are TPP values changing?

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

4 challenges to fighting fire in the snow

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

NIOSH infographic shows how to remove PPE at fire scenes

The downloadable graphic shows the proper step-by-step doffing process aimed at protecting firefighters from harmful contaminants trapped in their gear

NYC bill would phase out PFAS from FDNY gear, test firehouse water by 2028

A new four-bill package would require the FDNY to replace turnout gear, add regular health screenings for firefighters and retirees, and test firehouse drinking water

Alarm time: The overlooked measure of firefighter protection

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

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