Many fire departments are discussing firefighter cancer risk, and you may have heard discussions at your own department about how to be healthier in the cab and at the station. You may be wondering how important an air decontamination and filtration system is.  Maybe you believe that on-scene PPE and SCBA protect you during an […]

Are you working to find opportunities for health improvement at your fire station?   The Health Risk Assessment is a tool that can help you pinpoint areas for improvement. Even better – the assessment typically takes less than 10 minutes to complete!  What is the Health Risk Assessment? The Health Risk Assessment is a quick evaluation […]

If you’re considering a CrewProtect for your firefighting apparatus, you are likely wondering which size unit you need. In this article we’ll walk you through how to decide which size is right for your vehicle. First, let’s talk about why size matters. Why Does CrewProtect Size Matter?  When choosing your air decontamination and filtration solution […]

When a fire occurs, firefighters not only battle the flames but also face threats posed by hazardous materials and contaminants. One critical aspect of their response is gross decontamination, a process aimed at minimizing the risks associated with exposure to harmful substances. In this article, we will dive into the world of gross decontamination in […]

At FDIC, Health Segment Manager Erik Ward sat down on Live at FDIC to discuss health and our role in helping your station be safer, healthier, and more productive.   What is TFT doing about cancer and Health Concerns?   When we began exploring firefighter health concerns, we knew we could make a difference in […]

How do you approach conversations about health at your department? Would a framework make them easier to address? As we joined your conversations about air and gross decontamination, we recognized a lack of a consistent framework for firefighter health discussions. There is plenty of talk about solutions, but no consistent way to organize your solutions […]

According to the International Association of Fire Fighters, from 2002 to 2019, two-thirds of career firefighter line of duty deaths were caused by cancer.  We know that exposure to VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) can lead to cancer and other serious health issues. But how can you detect and evaluate the levels of VOCs in your […]

If you’re involved in firefighting or emergency services, you have likely heard people talking about air quality, health threats, and an increased risk of cancer. Air quality is a big topic that is gaining traction as data shows firefighters have a 9% higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer and a 14% higher risk of […]