Download or read book Fire Fighter emergency Medical Technician Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death During Overhaul New York written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (3) Perform an annual physical performance (physical ability) evaluation to ensure fire fighters are physically capable of performing the essential job tasks of structural firefighting. (4) Secure endotracheal tubes to prevent dislodgment during patient treatment, transfer, and transport. (5) Reconsider routine use of coronary artery calcium scans.

Download or read book Volunteer Fire Fighter emergency Medical Technician Suffers Sudden Death 2 Hours After Completing Vehicle Extrication Training New York written by J. Scott Jackson and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On September 21, 2006, a 38-year-old volunteer fire fighter/emergency medical technician (EMT) arrived for training at his fire station at 1945 hours. The training scenario involved vehicle extrication with hydraulic rescue tools. After training for 2 hours, he left the fire station at about 2145 hours complaining of fatigue, which fellow crew members attributed to his 12-hour EMT shift immediately before the training. He returned home and showered. Just before going to bed, he told his roommate that he was experiencing an "aura." Shortly thereafter, he began exhibiting seizure activity. The emergency medical system was called and an ambulance arrived at 0016 hours. He was unresponsive with no pulse or respiration.

Download or read book Volunteer Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death After Completing Emergency Medical Technician EMT Written Examination Texas written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 9 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designate a City employee to administer the pre-placement and annual medical evaluations and their outcomes; perform an autopsy on all on-duty fire fighter fatalities. Although unrelated to this fatality, the Fire Department should consider these additional recommendatons: Provide fire fighters with medical evaluations and clearance to wear SCBA.

Download or read book Volunteer Fire Fighter Suffers Cardiac Death the Morning After Emergency Medical Technician Training North Carolina written by J. Scott Jackson and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (2) Ensure that fire fighters are cleared for duty by a physician knowledgeable about the physical demands of fire fighting, the personal protective equipment used by fire fighters, and the various components of NFPA 1582, Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medicine Program for Fire Departments. (3) Provide fire fighters with medical clearance to wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). (4) Phase in a mandatory wellness/fitness program for fire fighters to reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease and improve cardiovascular capacity. (5) Perform an annual physical performance (physical ability) evaluation to ensure fire fighters are physically capable of performing the essential job tasks of structural fire fighting.

Download or read book Fire Fighter emergency Medical Technician Suffers an Acute Myocardial Infarction and Dies Three Days Later Pennsylvania written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The autopsy (performed by the pathologist) listed "arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease (CVD) with acute myocardial infarction; pulmonary emboli" as the cause of death. NIOSH investigators offer the following recommendations to address general safety and health issues. It is unlikely any of these recommendations would have prevented this FF/EMT's death. 1. Incorporate exercise stress tests (ESTs) for fire fighters at increased risk of coronary artery disease (CAD) into the fire department's (FD) periodic medical evaluation program. 2. Discontinue routine annual electrocardiograms (EKGs) unless medically indicated. 3. Perform an annual physical performance (physical ability) evaluation to ensure fire fighters are physically capable of performing the essential job tasks of structural firefighting.

Download or read book Fire Fighter emergency Medical Technician Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death After Multiple Emergency Responses Massachusetts written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 17 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crew members and an ambulance were alerted as the LT obtained the automated external defibrillator (AED) and oxygen bag from the Engine and began cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). One shock was administered before the ambulance and paramedics arrived. Despite CPR and advanced life support administered on-scene, during transport, and in the hospital's Emergency Department, the FF-EMT died. The death certificate (completed by the City Clerk) and the autopsy (completed by the State Chief Medical Examiner) listed "atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease" as the cause of death. The NIOSH investigator concludes the FF-EMT's underlying atherosclerotic coronary artery disease (CAD), coupled with his alarm responses and exertional activities at six calls (including a structure fire) triggered his sudden cardiac death.

Download or read book Career Fire Fighter emergency Medical Technician Suffers Sudden Death 5 Hours After Participating in Emergency Response South Carolina written by J. Scott Jackson and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 15 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (4) Ensure that the fire department physician who is knowledgeable about the physical demands of fire fighting, the medical requirements of fire fighters, and the various components of NFPA 1582 makes the final determination of a FF's return-to-work status following an injury or illness; and (5) Provide a member assistance program that identifies and assists members with substance abuse problems.

Download or read book Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death at a Structural Fire New York written by Thomas R. Hales and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nonetheless, potentially relevant issues applicable to this FD include: 1) emphasize the importance of communication and accountability on the fire ground, particular to fire fighters with minimal fire ground experience; 2) reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease and improve cardiovascular capacity by emphasizing the fire department's mandatory wellness/fitness program.

Download or read book Career Fire Fighter Suffers Cardiac Arrest and Dies While Conducting Overhaul Operations at a Structure Fire Missouri written by Denise L. Smith and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1) Consider providing symptom limiting and diagnostic imaging exercise stress tests for fire fighters at increased risk for coronary artery disease and sudden cardiac death. 2) Work with the local union to phase-in an annual physical ability test.

Download or read book Volunteer Fire Fighter Suffers Cardiac Arrest While Battling a Structure Fire New York written by Lisa N. Anderson and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The death certificate completed by the medical examiner listed the immediate cause of death as an acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) with physical exertion in a hot, humid environment listed as a contributing cause. An autopsy was not performed. NIOSH investigators concluded that the FF's heavy physical exertion, coupled with his probable underlying coronary artery disease (CAD) triggered his sudden cardiac death. It is unlikely the following recommendations could have prevented the FF's death. Nonetheless, the NIOSH investigators offer these recommendations to reduce the risk of on-the-job heart attacks and sudden cardiac arrest among fire fighters: -Expand the current annual medical evaluation requirement to include Driver/Operators.

Download or read book Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death While Performing Work Capacity Test California written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On, May 31, 2002, a 59-year-old male career Fire Fighter (FF) was scheduled for a "Pack Test." The Pack Test is one of three work capacity test (WCT) designed to simulate the physical demands of wildland fire fighting. The Pack Test requires an individual to complete a 3-mile walk within 45 minutes while wearing a 45-pound vest. Successful completion of the Pack Test within the 45 minutes allows fire fighters to participate in federal wildland fire fighting operations. The FF began the Pack Test at approximately 0910 hours and had completed about 1.3 miles of the test when he suddenly collapsed. Crew members (emergency medical technicians [EMTs]) witnessed the collapse and initial assessment found the FF unresponsive with no pulse or respiration. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was begun. On-scene ambulance paramedics quickly began advanced life support (ALS) measures.

Download or read book Wildland Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death After Performing Mop up overhaul Operations at Two Wildland Fires Florida written by J. Scott Jackson and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nonetheless, the NIOSH investigators offer these recommendations to reduce the risk of on-the-job heart attacks and sudden cardiac arrest among fire fighters. (1) Provide mandatory pre-placement and annual medical evaluations to ALL fire fighters consistent with the most recent edition (2003) of NFPA 1582, Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments. (2) Phase in a mandatory wellness/fitness program for fire fighters to reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease and improve cardiovascular capacity; and (3) Perform an annual physical performance (physical ability) evaluation to ensure all fire fighters are physically capable of performing the essential job tasks of wildland fire fighting.

Download or read book Fire Fighter technician Suffers Cardiac Death 6 Hours After Responding to Several Emergency Calls written by Thomas R. Hales and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 15 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The death certificate and autopsy, completed by the Deputy Medical Examiner, listed "myocardial infarct" as the immediate cause of death due to "hypertensive cardiovascular disease." NIOSH investigators agree with this determination, but cannot rule out the possibility of cardiomyopathy. In either case, the FF-Technician's fatal incident was probably triggered by the heat and physical stress of responding to the emergency calls during his shift. NIOSH investigators offer the following recommendations to reduce the risk of on-duty heart attacks and sudden cardiac deaths in this and other fire departments across the country.

Download or read book Fire Chief Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death During Emergency Medical Response Utah written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (3) Ensure fire fighters are cleared for return to duty by a physician knowledgeable about the physical demands of fire fighting, the personal protective equipment used by fire fighters, and the various components of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582. (4) Phase in a comprehensive wellness and fitness program for fire fighters. (5) Provide fire fighters with medical clearance to wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) as part of the Fire Department's medical evaluation program. (6) Conduct annual respirator fit testing.

Download or read book Fire Fighter emergency Medical Technician FF EMT Suffers Sudden Death While On duty South Carolina written by Thomas R. Hales and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Physicians providing medical clearance for duty should be knowledgeable about the physical demands of fire fighting, the personal protective equipment used by fire fighters, and the various components of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582, Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medicine Program for Fire Departments. Although unrelated to this fatality, the FD should consider the following recommendation to improve their overall safety and health program.

Download or read book Fire Fighter Suffers a Heart Attack and Dies After Performing ventilation entry search Activities in a Five story Apartment Building Fire New York written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 13 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This strategy consists of 1) minimizing physical stress on fire fighters; 2) screening to identify and subsequently rehabilitate high risk individuals; and 3) encouraging increased individual physical capacity. Issues relevant to the fire department include - Phase in a mandatory wellness/fitness program for fire fighters to reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease and improve cardiovascular capacity; - Ensure that fire fighters use self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) during operations (ventilation, overhaul, etc.) in smoke-filled environments; - Ensure that fire fighters receive rehabilitation on a scheduled basis.

Download or read book Fire Fighter paramedic Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death After Rescue Training California written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 15 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On September 16, 2010, a 56-year-old male career Fire Fighter/Paramedic (FF/P) participated in rescue training that included classroom lectures, stretching exercises, and lifting/moving heavy concrete blocks. During the stretching exercises, the FF/P experienced chest discomfort. He and his paramedic partner administered and interpreted an electrocardiogram (EKG). The EKG revealed a slow heart rate but no changes suggestive of cardiac ischemia. The FF/P resumed the training, which, at that time, involved lifting and moving concrete blocks. This evolution lasted approximately 25 minutes after which crews were debriefed and dismissed for lunch. After walking to his vehicle, the FF/P collapsed. Despite cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and advanced life support (ALS) at the scene, in the ambulance, and in the hospital's emergency department (ED), the FF/P died. The death certificate and the autopsy listed "severe coronary atherosclerosis" as the cause of death with "cardiomegaly" as a significant other condition. Given the FF/P's severe underlying coronary artery disease (CAD), NIOSH investigators concluded that the physical exertion involved in performing the rescue training probably triggered his sudden cardiac death. NIOSH investigators offer the following recommendations to address general safety and health issues. It is unclear if these recommended programs would have prevented the FF/P's death. 1) Report signs or symptoms consistent with a heart attack to authorities for prompt medical evaluation. 2) Provide mandatory annual medical evaluations to all fire fighters consistent with the current edition of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582, Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments. 3) Consider reviewing the fire department's policy for conducting member exercise stress tests. 4) Phase in a mandatory comprehensive wellness and fitness program for fire fighters. 5) Perform an annual physical performance (physical ability) evaluation for all members.