Information about firefighter injuries — how and where they occur, the activities being performed at the time of injury, and other relevant information — is critical for identifying risk factors, developing prevention programs, and guiding resource decisions for firefighters, as well as informing other areas of intervention.
Originally, social workers were developed in these fire departments to address the needs of firefighters themselves. However, their functions have expanded to address the needs of customers served by the fire department, both at the scene and during the postintervention period. Using principles of crisis intervention and trauma theory, social workers and social work students …
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The study, which looked at more than 22,000 fires, found that those crossing jurisdictional boundaries are primarily caused by people on private property. It also showed that ignitions on Forest Service lands accounted for fewer than 25% of the most destructive wildfires – ones that resulted in the loss of more than 50 structures.
A study from the Emergency Responder Safety Institute (ERSI) shows that very reflective markings may decrease drivers’ ability to see first responders working near vehicles at night. The study aims to help improve first responder safety at incident scenes. Secondary crashes, including struck-by incidents, are a leading cause of line-of-duty deaths among emergency responders. Warning …
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The imminent threat of deadly wildfires near urban areas, like the Marshall Fire in Colorado, demands that homes be built to survive. The intensity of these firestorms, particularly in densely populated areas, is too great to rely on first responders alone, according to a landmark federal report. National Institute of Standards and Technology experts are …
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This research study evaluates post-fire chemical exposure risks to fire investigators so that data-driven decisions can be made about personal protective equipment ensemble, policy and other contamination control measures for extended periods of time after a fire. “The risk of occupational exposures for structural firefighters has been studied in recent years, yet potential risk for …
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released a new document entitled, “Implement Cybersecurity Measures Now to Protect Against Critical Threats,” to help organizations prepare for cyberattacks.
This report shows that while some fire service needs have been declining, many have remained constant or increased. Fire service needs exist for departments of all sizes and in every area, including staffing, training and certification, facilities, apparatus, personal protective equipment (PPE); and health and wellness. In general, the smaller the community protected, the greater …
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Cyberattacks can cripple technological systems and jeopardize firefighters’ ability to protect lives and property. As a result, fire leaders have a new task: cybersecurity. The IAFC, in collaboration with American Military University and FireRescue1, created this free guide for public safety leaders about issues related to cybersecurity.
