The IAFF and IAFC are asking firefighters to join them from June 14-20 in focusing on firefighter safety, health and survival. Among the items each fire department, and firefighter, should pay close attention to are the following:
Survival: Structural Size-Up and Situational Awareness
- Keep apprised of different types of building materials and construction used in your community.
- Develop a comprehensive size-up checklist.
- Always complete a 360° walk of the structure to collect valuable, operational decision-making information.
- Learn the practice of reading smoke.
- Be familiar with the accepted rules of engagement.
- Learn your accountability system and use it.
- Master your tools and equipment.
- Remain calm and concentrate.
Chiefs: Be the Leader in Safety
- Become personally engaged in safety and make it part of your strategic vision for the department.
- Be willing to make the tough decisions regarding safety policies and practices and their implementation.
- Hold members of the organization accountable for their safety and the safety of those with whom they work.
- Ensure that resources are available to accomplish activities safely and effectively.
The International Association of Fire Chiefs: Safety Week - Home
2009 Fire/EMS Safety, Health and Survival Week: June 14-20 ... shift and duty crew can spend one day focusing on fire fighter safety, health and survival. ...
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