Learning & Informational Posts

As a firefighter, you're consistently exposed to excess levels of PFAS - nicknamed "forever chemicals" because they do not break down in your body or in nature. But a study done o …

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Light and vision are tightly linked. Our eyes have adapted over time to develop ways to see in various lighting conditions. Low-light environments create special difficulties, especially in high-pr …

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Hydrogen cyanide (HCN) is EXTREMELY toxic -- 35x more toxic than carbon monoxide. It only takes a little bit of time for HCN to cause some serious harm. Hyd …

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When you mix Intrinsically Safe (IS) and non-IS certified portable lights, you add a weak link to a strong chain. Even one non-IS light will render all your other IS lights' hazardous protection voi …

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The FAST Rescue Board is the ultimate rescue platform designed for maximum versatility and ease of use  Configured with industry standard webbing and hardware, the innovative rapid packaging …

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Sleeping less than 6 hours each night increases risk of cancer by 40%. You can't control the sleep you get on shift, but on your off days-- do your be …

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