Download or read book Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death During a Medical Emergency Response California 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: Therefore, it is unlikely the FD could have prevented this fire fighter's untimely death. Nonetheless, potentially relevant safety issues applicable to this FD include: 1) Consider slightly modifying the preplacement, annual, and periodic medical evaluation to be consistent with NFPA 1582. 2) Ensure that fire fighters are cleared for duty by a physician knowledgeable about the physical demands of fire fighting and the various components of NFPA 1582. 3) Enhance the FD's current wellness/fitness program by implementing the proposed program.
Download or read book Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death During Fire Fighting Operations California written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discontinue lumbar spine x-rays as a screening test administered during the pre-placement medical evaluation.
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 Fire Fighter engineer Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death While Performing Strenuous Fire Station Maintenance California written by Thomas R. Hales and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 13 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 3) The FD and the local Union should negotiate to phase-in a mandatory fitness and wellness program consistent with NFPA 1583 and/or the Fire Service Joint Labor Management Wellness/Fitness Initiative. 4) Following an injury/illness, the final determination of a fire fighter's return-to-work status should be made by 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.
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.
Download or read book Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death While Exercising During His Shift California written by Thomas R. Hales and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 13 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The death certificate and the autopsy completed by the County Coroner's Office listed cardiac dysrhythmia associated with exertion due to dilated cardiomyopathy as the cause of death.
Download or read book Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death While Exercising During His Shift California written by Thomas Hales (M.D.) and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death at His Fire Station Oregon 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: On February 20, 2003, at 0730 hours, a 53-year-old male career Captain (the deceased) began his 24-hour shift at his fire station. During his shift, the Captain was performing normal duties including checking fire extinguishers and participating in training exercises of emergency egress during aircraft rescue operations. He was last seen alive by crew members at 2030 hours as he was preparing for sleep. He was found the next morning in his private quarters at 0700 hours by two crew members. The Captain was unresponsive, wearing the previous night's uniform, laying diagonally on top of his bed. One crew member ran from the room to call 911 (medical emergency) and retrieve an automated external defibrillator (AED) from the station's ambulance. The other crew member checked the Captain's vital signs and found no pulse and no respirations.
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 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 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 Volunteer Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death After Participating in Emergency Responses Maryland 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: 1) Conduct pre-placement and periodic medical evaluations to determine FFs medical ability to perform duties without presenting a significant risk to the safety and health of themselves or others. 2) Phase in a mandatory wellness/fitness program for FFs to reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease and improve cardiovascular capacity. 3) Perform a pre-placement and an annual physical performance (physical ability) evaluation to ensure FFs are physically capable of performing the essential job tasks of structural fire fighting. 4) Ensure that physicians knowledgeable about the physical demands of fire fighting and the components of National Fire Protection Associating (NFPA) 1582 discuss examination results with FF and clear them for duty.
Download or read book Firefighter Trainee Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death During Physical Fitness Exercise written by Wendi Dick and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 2017, a 33-year-old state inmate was accepted into the state’s Conservation Camp Program which allows inmates to request assignments within one of the state’s correctional institution fire departments. On April 21, 2018, the inmate became a trainee (trainee) of the fire program and was participating in an initial training hike. He had recently been assigned to serve the campfire station as a structural firefighter. The training exercise involved hiking in moderately steep terrain while wearing full wildland personal protective equipment (PPE), web gear, and a hose pack. As the trainee reached the top of the climb for a second and final lap, he knelt and said he needed to catch his breath. The crew told the trainee to drink some water while he rested and questioned him to see if he was alert and oriented. Less than two minutes later, the crew noticed the trainee wasn’t drinking water or moving and did not respond to his name when called. The crew quickly came to his aid and notified the captain that they needed additional support. The crew started treating the trainee for heat exhaustion and loaded him into a vehicle. As they drove down the hill, he became pulseless and non-breathing at which time the crew immediately started cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The crew arrived at the fire station within two minutes and medical staff was waiting. The crew continued CPR as correction medical staff began advanced life support (ALS) efforts. Despite the efforts of fire crews, medical staff and paramedics, the trainee died. The cause of death was fatal cardiac arrhythmia due to cardiomyopathy.
Download or read book Lieutenant Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death During Structure Fire Operations Arkansas written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On January 26, 2010, a 52-year-old male volunteer lieutenant (LT) responded to a residential fire. At the scene, the LT, wearing street clothes, assisted in stretching two 1 3/4inch hose lines, carried a positive pressure ventilation (PPV) fan to the porch, and started the fan. After replenishing the fan's fuel supply, the LT collapsed. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was begun. The ambulance, already en route to the structure fire, arrived 6 minutes later, and advanced life support was begun. Despite CPR and advanced life support on scene, during transport, and in the hospital's emergency department (ED), the LT died. The death certificate and the autopsy listed "arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease" as the cause of death. Given the LT's severe underlying heart disease, NIOSH investigators concluded that the physical exertion involved in responding to the call, stretching the fire hoses, and carrying and starting the PPV fan triggered his sudden cardiac death. NIOSH investigators offer the following recommendations to address general safety and health issues. These recommended programs would have restricted the LT from participating in physically demanding emergency response activities. 1) Provide preplacement and annual medical evaluations to all fire fighters. 2) Ensure fire fighters are cleared for emergency response activities 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. 3) Phase in a comprehensive wellness and fitness program for fire fighters. 4) Perform a preplacement and an annual physical performance (physical ability) evaluation. 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 Deputy Fire Chief Suffers Sudden Cardiac Arrest about One Hour After Conducting a Fire Prevention Inspection California written by Thomas R. Hales and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 13 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On June 26, 2008, the Deputy Fire Chief reported to duty at 0800 hours. About three hours later he performed a fire prevention inspection of a local apartment building. Before returning to headquarters he stopped by one of the fire stations to visit with fellow fire fighters. While sitting at the kitchen table, the Deputy Chief collapsed. Despite immediate advance life support measures in the fire station, ambulance, and hospital emergency department, the Deputy Chief died. An autopsy performed by a forensic pathologist in the Office of the County Coroner concluded "left ventricular cardiac hypertrophy (years)" was the cause of death.
Download or read book Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death After Emergency Recall Massachusetts written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perform an autopsy on all on-duty fire fighter fatalities. 2. Provide pre-placement medical evaluations to ALL fire fighters consistent with NFPA 1582 or State mandate to determine their medical ability to perform duties without presenting a signficant risk to the safety and health of themselves or others. 3. Provide adequate fire fighter staffing to ensure safe operating conditions.
Download or read book Fire Fighter Suffers Sudden Cardiac Death After Responding to Two Calls Kansas written by Tommy N. Baldwin and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 13 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (6) Perform an annual physical performance (physical ability) evaluation to ensure fire fighters are capable of performing the essential job tasks of structural firefighting. (7) Review procedures for maintaining batteries in cardiac monitors.
