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Vehicle Crashes Cause More Firefighter Deaths than Fires, NFPA Study Finds
Of the 37 firefighters who dies traveling to or from an incident, 24 were involved in collisions or rollovers. Eight of those firefighters were not wearing seat belts and at least six were speeding.

Taking a Stand on Seat Belt Use
Recently the Foundation was provided a copy of the most recent Seat Belt Usage Article that was written by Dr. Burton Clark, Instructional Staff at the National Fire Academy. Burt has been a long time supporter of our efforts to reduce the number of firefighter's lives lost in service to their communities. He offered this article for use by the Foundation. We hope you take the time to read this interesting perspective on firefighter safety.

Easy Ergonomics: A guide to Selecting Non-Powered Hand Tools
This is a handy (pun intended) little guide to selecting hand tools, particularly those for smaller jobs not requiring an ax or halligan.

Fatal Rat-Bite Fever - Florida and Washington, 2003
There are documented cases of deaths associated to rat bites. Firefighters, be advised and aware of your surroundings.

Oxygen Cylinder Explodes During Equipment Check, Virginia Beach FD
Please ensure that your oxygen cylinder is properly secured in the "ems" bag. Pressurized gases including oxygen and air are dangerous and you need to handle them carefully.

IAFC Offers Tips on How to Deal with Extreme Temperatures

E85 is coming; are you ready? Read this paper from the U.S. Department of Transportation and start training today!