Posts tagged with "Firefighter Health: Mind"
Gordon Graham on PPE for first responders
In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham emphasizes the importance of first responders wearing properly-fitting PPE
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
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
Reducing firefighter cancer risk: How emotionally attached are you?
Apply some simple marriage vows to your use of PPE at a structural fire
Why firefighters choose unsafe actions when they know better
Mitigating the negative influences of goal seduction, situation aversion and firefighter identity are critical to fostering a culture of safety
Gear expectations: Firefighters expect more from their turnouts
Is it time to establish new metrics for assessing the longevity of modern firefighting gear?
Culture vs. behavior: Focus your efforts on meaningful firefighter change
When fire service leaders focus on behavior change, culture takes care of itself
