Seriously, why do some firefighters still let their suspenders hang down? Talk to anyone who has spent time in a burn unit, and it’s clear why the suspenders are needed
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
Modifications to firefighter PPE In this video, Gordon Graham highlights the danger of adding unauthorized accessories to personal protective equipment
Regional AFG grant applications: What you need to know Eligible regional activities under AFG are Vehicle Acquisition, Training, Equipment, Wellness and Fitness, and PPE activities
Does dirty gear really matter that much? Chief Goldfeder takes on the issue of "Dirty Helmet Syndrome" and how much firefighters should be concerned with cleaning their gear
PPE decontamination for firefighters Gordon Graham explains the importance of proper and thorough PPE decontamination for firefighters; watch the video to learn more
Firefighter safety: Wash your hood In Today's Tip, Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham discusses how firefighters can reduce their cancer risk through PPE decontamination, particularly the hood. Get more tips from Gordon here....
COVID-19 and volunteer firefighters: Reducing the risk of exposure One thing we don't want to do is bring potential risk through contamination home to our families
'In it for the long haul': IAFC update on COVID-19 response Despite the newness and unknown of the virus, IAFC leaders underscored it’s not that difficult to predict some of the near-term effects