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USFA announces effort to launch new fire information and analytics platform

The USFA is leading a national effort to develop and launch a new interoperable fire information and innovative analytics platform, known as the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS).

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The NFA's application period is open

Train with the best to be the best! Apply between April 15 and June 15 for on-campus courses offered from October 2023 to March 2024.

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Create a safety culture within your EMS department

Using the EMS Safety Practices handbook, you will learn how to develop a safety program that covers all aspects of EMS operations.

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Current Issues

Minimizing the effects of wildfire smoke

Current Issues

Minimizing the effects of wildfire smoke

Inform your community about these actionable steps they can take to minimize the respiratory effects of wildfire smoke.

Wildfire smoke can cause irritation to the respiratory system, putting people vulnerable to smoke at risk.

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Firefighting foams: PFAS vs. fluorine-free foams

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Firefighting foams: PFAS vs. fluorine-free foams

Learn about the differences between PFAS and fluorine-free firefighting foams, the harmful effects of PFAS, and what’s being done about it.

A new military specification requires firefighting foams to effectively extinguish class B hydrocarbon liquid fuel fires without containing PFAS.

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In-suit communications evaluation video

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In-suit communications evaluation video

Firefighters: Check out the new 6-minute video on in-suit communications equipment. Learn which devices are best (and why).

ISC equipment allows for easier use of push-to-talk tactical radios for responders under fully encapsulated personal protective equipment.

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New information on potential carcinogens in firefighter gear

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New information on potential carcinogens in firefighter gear

A new NIST study suggests that the amount of PFAS (chemicals linked to cancer and other diseases) present in firefighter turnout gear can be significantly reduced.

Selecting optimal combinations of fabrics for each fabric layer could significantly reduce the amount of PFAS present in turnout gear.

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Podcast

A conversation with U.S. fire administrators

Podcast

A conversation with U.S. fire administrators

On this episode of The USFA Podcast, Fire Administrator Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell interviews former administrator Keith Bryant about his time in office and his priorities as the Oklahoma state fire marshal.

Former U.S. Fire Administrator Bryant served from 2017 to 2021.

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Start using ReportStruckBy.com… it could save your life

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Start using ReportStruckBy.com… it could save your life

Emergency responders: Report struck-by incidents via ReportStruckBy.com to inform efforts that enhance responder safety on roadways.

ReportStruckBy.com collects information on incidents where emergency responders or equipment were struck by a vehicle while operating at a scene.

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USFA announces effort to launch new fire information and analytics platform

The NFA's application period is open

Charge lithium-ion batteries safely

Create a safety culture within your EMS department

New content for fire and EMS

Minimizing the effects of wildfire smoke

Minimizing the effects of wildfire smoke

Firefighting foams: PFAS vs. fluorine-free foams

Firefighting foams: PFAS vs. fluorine-free foams

In-suit communications evaluation video

In-suit communications evaluation video

New information on potential carcinogens in firefighter gear

New information on potential carcinogens in firefighter gear

A conversation with U.S. fire administrators

A conversation with U.S. fire administrators

Start using ReportStruckBy.com… it could save your life

Start using ReportStruckBy.com… it could save your life

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Be informed.
Be safe.