PPE News

Md. firefighters test PFAS-free turnout gear

Prince George's County firefighters are among firefighters from five departments testing the gear in training and on emergency calls

Advances in PPE cleaning verification

Part 1 – Through verification efforts, firefighters gain confidence that their gear will be better cleaned – one less source of ongoing contamination exposure

N.Y. FD receives $32K grant for industrial-grade turnout gear washer, dryer

The Depew Fire Department will be able to purchase a new washer and dryer to clean PPE and reduce exposure to toxins

How to conduct firefighter primary search training

Tips for conducting search training at an acquired structure or at the station

$161K grant helps N.Y fire department purchase new SCBA

The Louisville Volunteer Fire Department is using AFG funding to replace SCBA bought in 2003 and 2009

Groves, Inc. partners with FireGrantsHelp.com to enhance grant assistance for firefighters

The strategic collaboration aims to support fire departments in acquiring essential resources

The safety tools firefighters wished everyone used while operating chainsaws

This gear protects eyes, ears and extremities from power tool injuries

What’s in your tactical medical kit?

When you’re on an operation and you can only take what you can carry, what do you choose?

10 investments worth every penny for company officers

From literal teaching tools to more abstract personal investments, there are several ways to level up your skills

4 investments worth every penny for firefighters

How to get the best bang for your buck, especially when tapping into personal funds for work items

Firefighter PPE changes: Inside the committee discussions and debates

What happened at the recent NFPA technical meeting – and what does it mean for firefighters?

How to buy fentanyl protection and detection (eBook)

Download this FireRescue1 fentanyl protection and detection guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation

How to buy turnout gear (eBook)

Download this FireRescue1 turnout gear buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation

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

20 rules all rookie firefighters should know

Know and follow these 20 rules on PPE, responsibility and fire gear from day one to lay the foundation of a long and successful firefighting career

Why it’s crucial that PPE fits properly

Properly fitting pants, coats and boots are essential for firefighter safety and performance

What's in your turnout coat pockets?

Take a close look at what equipment is in your pockets and decide if it may do more harm than good

Firefighters, what’s in your turnout gear pockets?

Revisiting the question reveals a wide variety and volume of tools packed into firefighter turnout gear pockets

Philanthropic utility foundation awards grant to Ohio water rescue team

The NOPEC Foundation awarded a $39,500 grant to the Ashtabula County Water Rescue Team

Ready Rack, GMA honor Asst. Fire Chief Shelly Carter

Carter and the Hamden Fire Department received gifts and equipment from Ready Rack and Seek Thermal