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Rash of Carbon Monoxide Emergencies Caused by Vt. Blizzard

The Burlington Fire Department urges people with direct vent heaters to check their vents for excessive snow accumulation. Direct vents must be kept clear of obstruction or dangerous carbon monoxide...

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Department of Homeland Security Announces Application Period for FY 2007...

The Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Grants and Training (G&T) will begin accepting applications for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2007 Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) beginning March 29,...

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Cyanokit, New Treatment for Cyanide Poisoning, Now Available in the United...

NAPA, Calif. — Dey, L.P., a U.S. Affiliate of Merck KGaA of Darmstadt, Germany, today announced that Cyanokit(R) 5g (hydroxocobalamin for injection) ANTIDOTE is now commercially available in the United...

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USFA Releases New Emergency Incident Rehabilitation Manual for Firefighters...

EMMITSBURG, MD. — The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), working with the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), has issued an updated version of the manual Emergency Incident Rehabilitation....

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USFA Releases New Emergency Incident Rehabilitation Manual for Firefighters...

EMMITSBURG, MD. - The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), working with the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), has issued an updated version of the manual Emergency Incident Rehabilitation....

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Use cool vests in hot weather

During a fire , we make our firefighters don a "Cool Vest," which has inserts that are kept in out sub-zero freezers. We also employ the use of our town's ambulance and have firefighters sit in the...

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Cold weather basics

During cold,wet winter weather, it's obviously important to stay as dry and warm as possible...

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Our rehab unit

On the unit we carry four coolers of bottled water, iced. Along with that we have snacks and can make coffee, tea or cups of soup...

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Using Juniors as a Rehab Team

In our department, we use our Juniors as we can — primarily as a top-notch Rehab Team...

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Recognize Risk Factors

Exposures occur in several forms and by several routes. Respiratory exposures occur because firefighters remove breathing apparatus without knowing airborne hazards exist...

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Ethical dilemmas in firefighter rehab

We know that firefighters and emergency service personnel have a determined attitude, which is good but can also be deadly.

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Mental rehab pays dividends for life

It is time we find ways through rehab to support our firefighters' mental well-being, and start heading off suicides and other manifestations of stress.

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Prepare in the worst settings

We need to practice in that environment, so when it does happen, we will have identified the challenges. In addition to environmental challenges, there are operational issues that affect how we train.

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Soda has no place in firefighter rehab

You are at the incident scene and need a quick thirst quencher. You want to reach for that soda, but before you do, you may want to reconsider. In reality, soda should not be part of your arsenal of...

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Diabetic firefighters: Spot it and fix it

Issues involving medical conditions will continue to play a role in the fire service and those of us who care for firefighters need to be aware of these conditions.

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How to recognize and treat heat illness

Despite the record-breaking heat wave, dealing with heat emergencies is common for us. Rehab for our personnel is a critical element for our personnel's survival and ability to function during this time.

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3 key factors in tactical rehab

Many of the concepts of fire rehab can be used in other areas such as at tactical events, however it is important to understand that there may be differences in terms of planning and priorities.

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NY firefighter being treated for PTSD losing job

TROY, N.Y. — An Iraq war veteran who has been undergoing post-traumatic stress disorder treatment over the past three years is set to lose his job as a firefighter. Firefighter Jeffrey Wright, 36, has...

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Why yoga is right for the fire service

Like strength training, diet and rest, yoga is 'prehab' that allows firefighters perform better and spend less time in rehab.

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Understanding firefighters and cancer

While we cannot wipe out cancer, understanding its nature and the special risk to firefighters allows us to take steps to reduce its occurrence and severity.

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