These are stressful times, and yet first responders need to carry on despite it all

These are stressful times, and yet first responders need to carry on despite it all
Have a plan in place to carry out decontamination at the station and your home
IAFC leaders address the growing strain on EMS, PPE shortages and expense reimbursement
Create space to process emotions and prepare yourself for the next shift
IAFC leaders share information about dispatch and response protocols, PPE recommendations patient transport and more
Leaders must recognize the risks involved with tired public safety personnel—and do something about it
To stay safe and limit liability, correctional officers need to keep training
Fatigue is the root cause of too many tragedies
More than 1 in 10 people have either struck or nearly struck a first responder stopped on or near the road
Focusing on high-liability, high-risk topics is key
Shake things up by conducting a full-response training evolution
Clear, legal policy is necessary to ensure safety and protect members’ rights