Posts tagged with "Wildland-Urban Interface"
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
Contamination and cleaning of wildland firefighting gear
Studies shed light on dangers of soiled wildland gear; researchers seek additional information to develop best practices
Beyond turnouts: Your PPE checklist to keep you safe and comfortable
Detailing your glove, boots, eye protection and undergarment options, plus what to wear around water
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
The next cultural shift: When to wear structural gear
The fire service looks to expanding PPE options for non-structural fire incidents
Colo. fire chiefs ask governor for statewide fire ban
The chiefs requested a six-month ban in a letter to Colorado Gov. Jared Polis
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
