Remember rehab during firefighter training exercises Firefighters need to be aware of the physical toll on their bodies during training exercises, as well as real-world emergency situations
Avoid heat exhaustion: Keep cool during fireground operations Maintaining proper body temperature, even when fighting fires, is important for overall health and safety
Does firefighter gross decon work? Researchers measured carcinogen exposure on turnout gear and firefighters' skin to compare decon methods
Why firefighters should decon with towelettes Firefighters are especially vulnerable to cancer-causing contamination around the face and neck; there are several ways firefighters can clean that area on scene
Does firefighter PPE need another breathability test? With a test measuring total heat loss accepted, is there room and need for a test measuring evaporative resistance?
Why firefighter mental safety is like a hazmat scene Follow hazmat scene basic protocols when dealing with an emotionally difficult scene to help firefighters cope