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
How to keep toxic soup from seeping in The RedZone particulate blocking firefighter hood from LION closes the point of entry for particulates and vapors
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
Firefighter decontamination challenges: Knowledge versus practice Is the increased awareness about the risk of cancer moving firefighters to take action?
Fire doesn’t discriminate, but gender plays a role in firefighter safety Research shows that female firefighters face different risks than their male counterparts