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Firefighters are at elevated risk for overuse injuries to the feet and ankles. Such overuse injuries could be the result of flat feet, fallen arches or improperly fitting footwear(e.g., structural … read more

Fire departments are always looking for power equipment that's lighter, takes up less compartment space on its fire apparatus and more ergonomic (i.e., less of a physiological stress on the firefighte … read more

You’re inside a working structure fire conducting a search for a potential victim. Maybe you’re working on a complex extrication of a patient from a motor vehicle crash at night or participating in a … read more

ICYMI, the lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery is revolutionizing how the necessary tools and equipment that are critical to firefighters getting the job done are powered. Manufacturers of rescue tools, blow … read more

The leather fire helmet is one of the most iconic symbols in the fire service. With its foundation starting in the early 1800s from New York City, leather fire helmets have been an appreciated staple, … read more