Ga. FDs reimbursed $37K for turnout gear damaged in chemical plant fire Turnout gear worn in the Brunswick plant fire has been rendered useless due to the chemicals involved
‘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?
FDNY 9/11-related illness deaths will soon surpass deaths from terror attack 306 active and retired FDNY members — including firefighters and EMS members — have died of 9/11-related illnesses
Scene safety: Ask ‘what?’ questions to really understand your risk Risk identification must go beyond simple yes-or-no questions to consider the various mitigation options
Fireground toxins don’t care if you’re paid or volunteer How volunteer departments can overcome challenges related to health mindset and limited PPE cleaning equipment
Rapid Response: Chemtool blaze highlights need for hazmat facility preplanning 150+ firefighters responded to the Rockton, Ill., plant explosion, a scene reminiscent of West, Texas
Firefighter PPE: Designing for contamination control Seeking a new design approach that focuses on preventing contamination in the first place, plus allowing for effective decon
Beyond the traditional fire-rescue mission: Loveland’s TAC Fire How to enhance response to law enforcement incidents utilizing our firefighters’ existing expertise and skill sets
Hazmat basics: 10 keys to effective firefighter response A measured, deliberate, intensive approach to identifying, training for and responding to a hazardous materials incident for the fire service
Retired FF says hospital refused to treat him for not wearing mask Retired Firefighter John Wetter says he was left with permanent lung damage after responding to a hazmat incident and that he should have been accommodated under the Americans with Disabilities Act