PPE: Our Last Line of Defense Against Acute and Chronic Hazards
By David Greene Modern-day hazardous materials incidents normally have four potential levels of personal protective equipment (PPE) and three zones (hot, warm, and cold). Level
Everyone has a say when it comes to NFPA Personal protective Equipment (PPE) STANDARDS
By Chris Farrell and Curt Floyd Ask any firefighter what is one of the most important pieces of equipment they have throughout their career, and
The Complicated, Evolving Issue of PFAs in turnout gear: Part 1
By Angie Bell irefighting these days feels like competing in the Hunger Games. In the Hunger Games, combatants knew they would face 23 other unlucky
A Classic Piece of Gear in Need of a Modern Update
DHS S&T and Texas Tech Put Their Heads Together for Firefighter Safety By Paul McDonagh and Morgan Noonan We expect a lot from firefighters. Time
3 Ways to Extend Gear Life
Routine inspection + cleaning, + care keep turnouts and PPE in top shape so firefighters stay safe while departments save money. Todd Herring, V.P. of Product
A New Standard in Firefighter Gear Cleaning
Over the last 20 years, an increasing body of scientific research has provided increasing evidence that firefighting causes an elevated risk of certain types of
Culture and Quicksand
Aaron Dix and Penny Couillard In an iconic scene from the 2000 sports comedy, The Replacements, the football coach, played by Gene Hackman, asks his
2022 update from the NC Medical Director
Dr. James Winslow The American College of Surgeons has published the 2021 National Guidelines for the Field Triage of Injured patients. This document is the
Strength to Body Weight Ratio and Metabolic Efficiency
Dr. Jeff Casebolt Please reference the previous edition of Carolina Fire Rescue EMS Journal – volume, issue, story Health Related Components of Physical Fitness, as
Are Your Interviews Hurting Your Organization?
Dr. Andrew Holter The war for talent has finally reached the shores of the fire service. Lateral transfers. Sign-on bonuses. Educational pay incentives. The fire
Retention Across Generations: An Evidence-Based Perspective
By Maggie Mojab and Dr. Candice McDonald Volunteer fire departments around the country continue to function at high levels despite having to routinely adapt to
Operations Plus — Often Overlooked but Very Important
By Glenn Clapp CSP, EFO, CHMM, CFPS As hazardous materials responders, we all receive training in the levels of certification stipulated by the National Fire
Update From The NC State Firefighters’ Association
By Doug Bissette, Eastern Director Have you ever wondered about serving on your local Fire Association? These boards are usually comprised of local members who
NC Fire Station Profile: Jackson Community Fire and Rescue Inc.
Union County, NC Type Department: Volunteer Structure: Conventional Organizational Chart ISO: 5/9E Number of Stations: 1 Number of Apparatus: 9: Pumpers: 4 Aerials: 0Specialty: Rescue, Brush
So You Want to Become a Hazmat Technician – Now What?
By Glenn Clapp CSP, EFO, CHMM, CFPS Imagine that you are an emergency responder that is considering becoming a Hazmat Technician. The first thought in
Dr. Newt T. Enloe and his “Pig Trough” of an Ambulance
By Beth Krah I had seen this photo of my great-grandmother and her brother on a log flume boat growing up but hadn’t realized the
The Training Officer and Using Scenarios in Rescue Training
By Bob Twomey In our training as rescuers, we go through classes, such as contained in the Technical Rescue standards used in North Carolina. As
Generations in the Workforce: Culture and Values
By Mark Rivero In the current way of life as a first responder, firefighter, emergency medical provider, and emergency management person, we are always looking
