Studies examine how wristbands and dog tags can track fireground exposures New technology tracks toxins and carcinogens to determine fireground exposure areas
Ohio firefighters build dryer that saves money, helps in cancer fight Xenia firefighters are getting national attention for a new method of drying gear quickly without dipping deeply into public funds
Cancer in the fire service (eBook) Learn more about the risks and what you and your department can do to reduce your exposure to fireground toxins
How changing your decon practice could save your life A chemical detoxifier removes more harmful particulates than just soap, water and scrubbing, according to a recent study
Study shows transitional attack may reduce toxic fireground exposures Researchers compared firefighters’ exposure to toxins during different fireground tasks and attack types
Detailing the changes to PPE-focused NFPA 1851 Highlighting 16 changes to the standard and how they impact firefighters
5 steps for gross decon post-fire Myrtle Beach company officers share their departments simple steps for reducing exposure to carcinogens
Mo. FD uses grant to purchase industrial washing machine and dryer The washing machine — called a gear extractor — allows both full-time and volunteer firefighters to clean their gear onsite and more frequently
3 ways the Cobra BarriAire Gold Hood offers top-notch performance and protection Barrier hoods are designed to protect firefighters from particulates, but all hoods are not created equal
'This is for us and our families': Iowa chief vows to protect firefighters from cancer A small-town volunteer fire department makes changes to reduce exposure to carcinogens after losing one of its founders to cancer