Posts tagged with "Wildfire"
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
Ind. firefighter injured after pant leg catches fire
The Chesterton firefighter was injured while battling a brush fire at a construction site Thursday
Contamination and cleaning of wildland firefighting gear
Studies shed light on dangers of soiled wildland gear; researchers seek additional information to develop best practices
COVID-19: How public safety companies are assisting the frontline pandemic response
The businesses that equip and serve first responders are supporting the national emergency response with new products, free services and donations
Senators call on White House to provide PPE to wildland firefighters
Senators Lisa Murkowski, Joe Manchin and Tom Udall asked for PPE and improved virus testing as peak fire season approaches
Colo. fire chiefs ask governor for statewide fire ban
The chiefs requested a six-month ban in a letter to Colorado Gov. Jared Polis
Facebook donates wildfire mask stockpile for COVID-19 response
The masks were originally purchased to be worn during wildfires in California, where Facebook is headquartered
How to become a wildland fire contractor: What you need to know
Stay safe and get the contract as a wildland fire contractor with proper wildland fire training, gear and PPE
