Tracking chemical exposures is only 1 part of the solution. You MUST decontaminate after every exposure to products of combustion. This includes you personally, as well as your gear, tools, and equipment. #HealthyFirefighters #FirefighterCancer safetyandhealthmagazine.com/…

This is a significant step forward in addressing the health issues firefighters face!! IARC which is part of the World Health Organization upgraded \firefighting from a Group 2b (Possible) to a Group 1 (Known) carcinogen. #HealthyFirefighters fbu.org.uk/.../world-health-…...

A father is neither an anchor to hold us back, nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way. Happy Father's Day, especially to the first responders who are away from their kids today so they can serve. #FathersDay #Dad

The latency period of #firefightercancer is one of the biggest reasons change has been slow to occur. However, there is a culture shift which is gaining momentum. Do what you can to protect yourself! 📷credit NBC News Boston Firefighter Glenn Preston #HealthyFirefighters

If you are not bagging and cleaning fire hose with the rest of the gear and equipment you are missing a crucial step. The coarse surface means that soot and toxins easily gather in the material. #HealthyFirefighters #FirstResponders #firerescue #OnSceneDecon

Studies from @FSRI_org & @IFSI have shown there is no correlation between CO levels and the levels of other toxic compounds. We have the tools to protect ourselves. We need to use them! #HealthyFirefighters #FirefighterSafety #carcinogens #firefighterhealth

DYK if you are removing your SCBA based on low levels of CO, you could be exposing yourself to many other toxic compounds. The need for SCBA during overhaul has been scientifically proven through several studies. #HealthyFirefighters #Cancerprevention #firefighterwellness #decon

Cleaning your helmet, gloves, and boots is just as important as cleaning the rest of you gear! They can become contaminated to the same extent. Dirty gear is no longer a badge of honor! #HealthyFirefighters #FirefighterCancer #cleanisthenewsalty

This video from the U of M @SylvesterCancer has been out for a few years now, but it really does a great job of helping to better understand why you should decontaminate on-scene and bag your gear. #HealthyFirefighters #FirstResponders #OnSceneDecon youtube.com/watch?v=UFzP1rQJ…

Firefighters are twice as likely to develop testicular cancer than the general population. This month is Testicular Cancer Awareness month. Make sure you #checkyourballs! #HealthyFirefighters #FirefighterCancer

The 2020 edition of NFPA 1851 redefines exposure to products of combustion as "contamination" & requires advanced cleaning. #Carcinogens can become lodged in the fabric of your turnout gear and cannot be removed with just a normal wash & laundry detergent. #HealthyFirefighters

"Researchers found that the epigenetic changes were not dependent on the amount of time elapsed since a firefighter’s last fire exposure & 1/4 of the altered sites were associated with cumulative number of fire runs and/or time spent at fires." eurekalert.org/news-releases…

Ever considered the impact of vehicle positioning at a fire? If possible, stage the apparatus upwind at a safe distance to limit the amount of exposure. Vehicles not being used should be turned off to minimize diesel exhaust fumes. #HealthyFirefighters #Cancerprevention #decon

Did you know you could be further exposing yourself and your crew to carcinogens by wearing contaminated gear back to the station? The #HealthyFirefighters protocol includes bagging gear & tools as part of #onscenedecon. #FirefighterCancer #firefighternews #firefighters

After serving their community for many years, most firefighters want to retire and live a long life like this gent! But to ensure this is possible, you'd better take steps to reduce the risk of exposure. #HealthyFirefighters #FirstResponders #firerescue #OnSceneDecon

Multiple recent studies have confirmed it doesn't matter if you are the nozzleman or the pump operator, all positions face exposure and you should ALWAYS protect yourself. 📸 credit Little Rock Fire Department #HealthyFirefighters #Cancerprevention #firefighterwellness #decon

Firefighters across the globe are suffering and dying from occupational cancer, many times due to a lack of awareness. We are committed to changing that! Awareness is power. #WorldCancerDay #CloseTheCareGap #HealthyFirefighters #FirefighterCancer

As Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we invite you to "Take the Pledge" ... to protect yourself and your brothers and sisters! #HealthyFirefighters #FirefighterSafety #carcinogens #firefighterhealth #FightFFCancer #FFCancerMonth

As a 👨🏻‍🚒you know that firefighting activities can lead to contamination. Make sure your department develops or refine its policies for decontaminating gear & skin after fires to reduce the risk of cancer. #HealthyFirefighters #FFCancerMonth #FightFFCancer usfa.fema.gov/blog/ci-032218…