New Roles for Fire Department PPC Manager and Technicians
The concept of fire departments having a personal protective clothing (PPC) manager and technicians has formally arrived.
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The Evolution of Smoke Alarms and Detectors and the New UL Standard: Are We Progressing?
Studies have shown that having an operational smoke alarm/detector can almost double your odds of surviving a home fire.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Restricted Substances in Protective Clothing
How do most product manufacturers address the use or nonuse of restricted substances? Learn more about restricted substances in textiles and apparel and the OEKO-TEX®…
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Industrial Firefighters: Fortifying the Fire Brigades
Industrial incidents can be devastating, and having an efficient emergency response plan can mean the difference between life and death.
11 min read
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Backstep Boys: Mike Stanley
Ron Kanterman and Tom Aurnhammer talk with guest Mike Stanley, chief of the Oshkosh (WI) Fire Department.
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The InterAgency Board for Equipment Standardization and Interoperability
Dave Donohue describes the workings of the InterAgency Board for Equipment Standardization and Interoperability and how the group benefits first responders.
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Backstep Boys: Billy Goldfeder on OSHA Impacts
Ron Kanterman and Tom Aurnhammer talk with Billy Goldfeder about the new OSHA Emergency Response Standard.
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Drawn by Fire: Lowered Excellence
As a boss in the fire service, when you lower the bar of expectations and requirements, it becomes the new standard of excellence.
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APS Radio: Brian Daboul on the Proposed OSHA Standard
Episode 41 of APS Radio welcomes back Brian Daboul to discuss the new proposed OSHA Emergency Response Standard.
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Podcast: Fire and Training: OSHA Update
Doug Cline provides an update on the new OSHA CFR 1910.156, discussing how the new potential standard will affect the fire service.
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The Professional Volunteer Fire Department: Talking OSHA with Dave Denniston
Tom Merrill speaks with Dave Denniston about the proposed new OSHA standard and its implications for volunteer fire departments.
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Fire and Training: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.156
Doug Cline and his guest Chrisopher Naum discuss the new OSHA 29 CFR 1910.156 and its potential impact on the fire service.
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