FDNY paramedic promoted to captain, despite failing re-certification twice

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This should never have happened. Kearney Fire & Rescue ?

This video was passed on to me by a Fire Department Captain who was very upset to see this ridiculous mistake on the part of the second crewman who decided to ascend the…

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Most people do not need health care as much as they need to take care of their health…

Fire departments in crisis:

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THE RIGHT WAY TO GET YOUR GEAR ON IS BETTER THAN THE "FASTEST" WAY

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                        The Firemen in this photo are the perfect example of amity and acceptance of everyone from everywhere.

                        "No egos, badges or resumes."…

Many Firemen have been seriously injured or killed because of overheating.…

If you want "more action" then complete the needed course's to obtain a Wildland fire certification and move to California, but do not behave as these Firemen have.…

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VBA resources for Veterans, dependents, survivors, and federal employees during shutdown:

VA is not only still open for business, but they are actively working to provide us with much needed support and relief.…

How are Firefighters exposed to Dioxins and furans :

Structural fires are known to be a source of dioxins and furans.

Firefighters are exposed to dioxins and furans

in smoke and soot during calls.…

Where are all the female firefighters?

The number of women who have joined the ranks of firefighters is still hovering at about five percent. This is true even in departments with…

Another major city to buy second set of protective gear for firefighter-paramedics

The second set is becoming more and more of a common practice in the fire service. If firefighters can wash the gear in-house, it takes about an hour to wash and three or four hours to dry. If they need to be sent to a…

DIOXIN EMISSIONS FROM BURNING PLASTIC

The most dangerous emissions can be caused by burning plastics containing organochlor-based substances like PVC. When such plastics are burned, harmful quantities of dioxins, a group of highly toxic chemicals are emitted.

Dioxins are the most…

TIP OF THE DAY- A KINKED FIRE HOSE   LINK:

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Electrical Safety:

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February 18 is Family Day:

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LODD: FDNY firefighter dies after falling off bridge

Steven Pollard was responding to a vehicle crash when he slipped through a gap in the roadway and fell 52 feet

Duty Death: Steven Pollard - [New York City, New York]

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