This article, originally published in a Near Miss Report of the Week, addresses the importance of communication.
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Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued a final rule altering the Hazardous Materials Regulations found in 49 C.F.R. §§171—180 read more
Information regarding FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 and several provisions in the law that are likely to impact the fire service. read more
It is critical that training programs meet the needs of the firefighters, department, and community. That is why the theme for Safety Stand Down 2024, taking place June 16-22, is “Fire Training: Back to Basics.” read more
This resource provides lessons learned and suggested next steps as EVs, charging stations, and ESS become more prevalent across the US The challenges associated with responding to EV/ESS emergencies are constantly changing as EV/ESS technologies continue to evolve and become more ...
FSRI is calling on all members of the fire service to “Take C.H.A.R.G.E. of Battery Safety” in the station, at home and in the community, from the initial product purchasing to disposing of the product when it is no longer ...
Texas Fire Chiefs Association Our greatest resources to combat cancer in the fire service are information and education. These resources are available in multiple areas but not everyone knows where to find them. This Guide, created to assist Texas Fire Departments ...
Summary: To investigate the extent to which physical stressors could change PFAS concentrations in firefighter gear, this NIST TN quantified the concentrations of 51 PFAS across 20 firefighter gear textiles following exposure to abrasion, elevated temperature, laundering, or weathering. Changes in ...