IAFF sues NFPA to remove PFAS from protective gear “The very gear designed to protect firefighters, to keep us safe, is killing us,” said General President Edward Kelly, calling the NFPA standard that requires PFAS needless
‘Risk a little to save a lot’: A new look at an old mantra Is it time to reconsider the levels of risk in light of everything we now know about the exposure risks we face on the fireground?
Cutting through the noise: Leaders speak up about safety messages Fire service leaders address size-up, situational awareness, roadway safety, proper PPE, complacency, go/no-go decision-making and more
USFA summit highlights fire groups ‘singing off the same sheet of music’ Recent actions (and cautious optimism) suggest a finely tuned performance ahead from our fire service organizations
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Gordon Graham on PPE decontamination procedures In this video, Graham emphasizes the importance of decontamination following an incident to protect the health and wellness of the crew
Recognizing and minimizing the inherent risks of wildfires OEHS experts offer key considerations related to existing PPE, new respirators and exposure times on the front lines
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
Dioxins: The most hazardous substance in structure fire environments What firefighters must understand about their exposure risks and decontamination efforts