September 2021: Training Day Lesson Plan Let's do this! VEIS, opioid treatment, PPE basics and lightweight construction
HHS releases guidance for naloxone administration during pandemic The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said naloxone can be safely administered by first responders with proper PPE and other safety measures
Research: Illness from accidental opioid exposure ‘extremely unlikely’ Researchers warn that misinformation about unintentional fentanyl exposure can have negative consequences for responders and opioid overdose patients
How to buy fentanyl protection and detection (eBook) Download this FireRescue1 fentanyl protection and detection guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation
Q&A: Why the opioid epidemic is a fire service issue Fire response to the opioid crisis is evolving to meet the demands, requiring additional training and protective gear
6 strategies to protect first responders from fentanyl Training, PPE and scene assessment will minimize the risks of opioid exposure to fire and EMS responders
Gloves created to keep responders safe from fentanyl exposure Medline Industries developed the fentanyl-resistant gloves for responders to wear when treating overdose patients
Interagency Board releases recommended fentanyl exposure best practices The board included best practices for PPE, decontamination and medical countermeasures