Firefighters

Provides info on NIOSH Firefighter related research, services, and health and safety information.

This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional.

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Center for Firefighter Safety, Health, and Well-being

The Center coordinates research across NIOSH and with partners in the fire service.

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Sept. 25, 2024

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Structure Fires

Provides information and resources about structure fires.

Oct. 16, 2024

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Wildland Fires

Information and resources to help prevent injuries, illnesses, and deaths from fighting wildfires.

Dec. 18, 2023

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Provides resources on respirators and other types of personal protective equipment for firefighters.

Oct. 10, 2024

National Firefighter Registry for Cancer

National Firefighter Registry for Cancer: Understanding & Reducing Cancer

NFR for Cancer

The National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer is a registry to study cancer among firefighters.

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Oct. 7, 2024

Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program

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FFFIPP

Conducts investigations of firefighter line-of-duty deaths and makes recommendations for prevention.

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Oct. 9, 2024

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