Posts tagged with "Safety"
Little things mean a lot, especially concerning your PPE
It all comes down to proper fit and use, post-incident reviews, and policies and procedures
Firefighter footwear: Evolution, advancements and new requirements
Detailing changes to firefighter boots over the years, plus insights into fireground contamination, and what lies ahead for NFPA 1971
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
How are you transporting your contaminated PPE and equipment back to the station?
When apparatus are maxed out on compartment space, storage bags offer a useful solution for transporting your gear
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
Dioxins: The most hazardous substance in structure fire environments
What firefighters must understand about their exposure risks and decontamination efforts
Quiz: Do you really know your PPE?
Even with near-daily wear, many firefighters don't understand the what, why and how that went into the development of each element of the ensemble
IAFF supports firefighters suing over PFAS in turnout gear
One of the defendants, 3M, says it no longer makes the foam mentioned and it stands by its products’ safety
