Posts tagged with "Safety"
Scientists studying turnout gear for fluorinated chemicals
An initial study of turnout gear by researchers at the University of Notre Dame found that the turnout gear samples were “loaded with fluorine”
Hurricane Florence: 5 flooding safety tips firefighters should follow
Know and understand these five important safety tips to be taken when working in a post-hurricane environment
The continuing debate on turnout gear service life
Firefighter PPE must in be a serviceable condition in order for these items to provide the needed protection
Firefighter PPE is needed at all times when dealing with a car fire
With the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, it's a good time to review protocols for PPE regulations when dealing with car hazards and unknowns
How to increase firefighter PPE and SCBA compliance
Fire officers can model PPE compliance by example and encourage individuals to understand the importance of proper use
Step in the right direction: Decontamination of PPE must include boots
Your firefighter boots require inspection and cleaning, just as thorough as the rest of your turnout gear
Decon alley: 5 steps to doffing firefighter PPE before rehab
Changing the way we approach on-scene firefighter rehab can help protect firefighters from exposure to carcinogens while removing their PPE
