This article, originally published in a Near Miss Report of the Week, addresses the importance of communication.
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Please contact your Senators and ask them to vote for S. 870, the Fire Grants & Safety Act, without any amendments read more
Join us March 27-31 as we partner with Lexipol to launch the first annual First Responder Wellness Week read more
The 2023 Safety Stand Down will be June 18 - 24. The week of the Safety Stand Down will cover topics relating to lithium-ion battery response and safety, which will be broken down into five daily focus areas: recognition of hazards, firefighting operations, firefighter safety, post-incident considerations, and public education. read more
This updated clinical guidance is intended to elevate awareness as to the unique occupational health risks firefighters face and the suggested enhanced clinical considerations that should be taken into account when performing an annual physical for a firefighter.
This course focuses on the foundational research about lithium-ion batteries, thermal runaway and how fire and explosion hazards can develop. The knowledge you gain in this course can help you identify the risks associated with lithium-ion battery products in your ...
A lithium-ion battery is a type of rechargeable battery that is known for being small, lightweight, and long-lasting. They’re often used to provide power to a variety of devices, including smartphones, laptops, e-bikes, e-cigarettes, power tools, toys, and cars, and ...
IDENTIFICATION Monkeypox is a rare disease of the orthopoxvirus family that is caused by infection with the monkeypox virus. Symptoms of monkeypox can include an influenza-like prodrome followed by a rash. In some cases, the rash might start first followed ...
Adapting our response plans through training, research, and experience is critical in the fire service. As sales of electric and hybrid vehicles increase, the fire service must continue to modify our tactics to properly respond and protect firefighters. Fighting vehicle fires ...