Download or read book Health and Wellness Guide for the Volunteer Fire Service written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Book's Introduction: Firefighting continues to be one of the nation's most dangerous and hazardous jobs with heart attacks, high physical stress levels, and sprains and strains all too common. In the past five years, the fire service has focused its attention on overcoming these issues by working to change the service's culture. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has spent much time redeveloping and revamping their health and wellness standards, while career departments have been working with the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) and International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) on a wellness initiative that began in 1997. Volunteer personnel also face similar risks when it comes to health and wellness. The nature of member time constraints and tight departmental budgets in the volunteer service often inhibits the creation of comprehensive health and wellness programs. Implementing a comprehensive health and wellness program could overwhelm the resources of many volunteer departments. Time, lack of program leadership, and insufficient funding pose serious challenges to most departments, which often struggle to deliver basic fire suppression capabilities. This guide provides the rationale and suggestions for successfully implementing a health and wellness program volunteer service. It also addresses many common roadblocks.
Download or read book Health and Wellness Guide for the Volunteer Fire Service written by William Troup and published by . This book was released on 2004-12-01 with total page 87 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of all firefighters in the U.S., 73% are volunteers. Firefighting is one of the nation's most dangerous & hazardous jobs, with heart attacks, high physical stress levels, sprains, & strains all too common. This guide provides the rationale & suggestions for successfully implementing a health & wellness program in the volunteer service, & addresses many common roadblocks. Chapters: State of Health & Wellness in the Volunteer Fire Service; Importance of Health & Wellness in the Volunteer Fire Service; Volunteer Programs from across the Nation; Step-by-Step Guide for Developing a Health & Wellness Program for Volunteer Fire Departments; & Implementing a Health & Wellness Program. Illustrated.
Download or read book Health and Wellness Guide for the Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services written by U. S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Mangement Agency and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-03-15 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Guide provides the rationale and suggestions for implementing a health and wellness program successfully in the volunteer fire and emergency services.
Download or read book Firefighter Fitness written by Ernest L. Schneider and published by Nova Science Pub Incorporated. This book was released on 2010 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book highlights fire-fighting as one of the nation's most dangerous and hazardous jobs, with heart attacks, high physical stress levels, sprains, and strains all too common. Of all fire-fighters in the United States, 72 percent are volunteers. The leading cause of on-duty death among volunteers is heart attack. The leading cause of injuries for all fire-fighters is overexertion and strain. The prevalence of cardiovascular illness and deaths and work-inhibiting strains and sprains among fire-fighters illustrates the need for a comprehensive health and wellness program in every department. To address the issues specific to volunteers, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) developed this guide to health and wellness for volunteer departments and members. In 2003, the NVFC launched the ground breaking Heart-Healthy Firefighter Program specifically to address heart disease in the fire and emergency services. This awareness and prevention campaign targets all fire-fighters and emergency personnel -- both volunteer and career. This is an edited, excerpted and augmented edition of a U.S. Fire Administration publication.
Download or read book Health and Wellness Guide for the Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Health and Wellness Guide for the Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services 2009 Edition written by and published by FEMA. This book was released on with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Health and Wellness Guide for the Volunteer Fire Service written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Comprehensive Wellness for Firefighters written by Jon Pearson and published by Wiley. This book was released on 1995-08-07 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The life-threatening risks that fire service personnel face are taxing both physically and mentally. Firefighters and emergency medical personnel have a higher rate of heart disease, lung disease, cancer, substance abuse problems, and injuries than the general population. Studies show that high levels of cardiovascualr conditioning, muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility allow firefighters to perform their jobs safely and more effectively. Now, fire and rescue workers can turn to Comprehensive Wellness for Firefighters for all the information they need to evaluate and improve their personal lifestyles. This uniquely accessible book focuses on self-assessment methods and action planning procedures that emphasize personal responsibility for good health and enable readers to apply the information to their own lives. In addition to the personal health evaluations, sample workout routines, and instructive exercise programs, the authors integrate materials essential for total health including information on diet and nutrition, drug and alcohol issues, and critical incident stress management techniques. By using this book, readers will be able to effectively: -Evaluate their current level of physical fitness in order to monitor their future progress -Select exercise options that best meet their preferences, needs, and objectives -Develop strategies and personal action plans that promote and improve total health and fitness -Adopt a long-term commitment to a physically and mentally healthy lifestyle Designed as a valuable resource and practical guide, Comprehensive Wellness for Firefighters not only attempts to minimize risk in an inherently hazardous line of work, but also promotes behavior and attitudes that contribute to long-term health and well-being.
Download or read book Beyond the Turnouts written by John Hofman, Jr. and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2012-10-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Firefighting places a high amount of mental and physical stress on firefighters. Because these demands are so high, many fire recruit entering into a fire academy are often selected for their above-average physical fitness. Studies have shown that high levels of of cardiovascular training, resistance training, and flexibility will reduce the risks and allow firefighters to perform their skills in a safe and effective manner. This comprehensive manual is designed to cover all the risks associated with fire suppression. Everything from low back pain to nutrition to how to create a comprehensive health and wellness program is covered within this manual.
Download or read book Firefighter Functional Fitness written by Jim Moss and published by . This book was released on 2016-07-15 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Firefighter Functional Fitness is the essential guide to optimal firefighter performance and longevity. It provides all firefighters with the knowledge, mindset, and tools to:Maximize their fire ground performance Reduce their risk of injury and experiencing a line-of-duty deathLive a long, healthy career and retirementDesigned for firefighters by firefighters, this book shares the The 4 Pillars of Firefighter Functional Fitness: Physical FitnessRecovery and RestHydrationNutrition and LifestyleIt also reveals the The Big 8 concept, which includes over 100 photos and descriptions of functional exercises, movements, and stretches that are specifically designed to enhance firefighter performance. The Workout Programming chapter gives firefighters numerous options for putting The Big 8 into action, taking into account all levels of fitness. Additionally, each chapter provides practical action steps for both immediate improvement and long-term success.Must-read bonus chapters include:The Importance of Annual Medical EvaluationsAn Analysis of the Fire Service's Cardiovascular EpidemicFirefighter Physical Agility AssessmentsAddressing Organizational Barriers to FitnessFrequently Asked QuestionsAlarmingly, over the past 10 years, the fire service has suffered more than 1,000 line-of-duty deaths. Unfortunately, over 50% of these LODDs were attributed to heart attacks, strokes, and other medical causes. Firefighter Functional Fitness attacks these statistics by providing all firefighters with the tools needed to combat this epidemic.Firefighter Functional Fitness brings together the authors' combined 40+ years of fire service experience and decades of utilizing functional fitness principles. The result is an invaluable resource with the vital tools and knowledge that firefighters desperately need to not only enjoy a healthy and productive career, but also benefit with a healthy retirement.
Download or read book A Leadership Guide for Volunteer Fire Departments written by Jack W. Snook and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2011-08-23 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This must have resource examines the challenges of providing volunteer fire protection in modern day America. Readers are guided through a process of self-assessment and planning using case studies and activity worksheets. Skills and strategies are developed, yielding practical assistance to those charged with leading a volunteer fire department.
Download or read book Preventing Fire Fighter Fatalities Due to Heart Attacks and Other Sudden Cardiovascular Events written by and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Emerging Health and Safety Issues in the Volunteer Fire Service written by and published by FEMA. This book was released on with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Leading Recommendations for Preventing Fire Fighter Fatalities 1998 2005 written by Marilyn Ridenour and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2010-03 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each year in the U.S., approx. 100 fire fighters die in the line of duty. In 1998, Congress appropriated funds to NIOSH for a fire fighter safety initiative. NIOSH developed and implemented the Fire Fighter Fatality Invest. and Prevention Program (FFFIPP), the goal of which is to reduce the number of fire fighter fatalities. NIOSH conducts investigations of line-of-duty fire fighter deaths to identify contributing factors and to generate recommend. for prevention. This document is a synthesis of the 1,286 individual recommend. from the 335 FFFIPP investigations conducted from 1998 to 2005. The fire service should use this document to develop, update, and implement policies, programs, and training to prevent fatalities among fire fighters. Charts and tables.
Download or read book USFA Publications Catalog written by United States Fire Administration and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fire Department Special Operations written by John Norman and published by Fire Engineering Books. This book was released on 2009 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ray Downey wrote the first edition of The Rescue Company in the early 1990s. Building on Downey's legacy, John Norman has written Fire Department Special Operations to take into consideration the earth-shattering events, funding increases, research advances, expanded capabilities, and changes in regulations and standards that have widened the knowledge gap since the publication of Chief Downey's book. Fire Department Special Operations is an excellent guide for agencies and individuals in establishing, staffing, operating, and maintaining heavy rescue units in the many forms they may take. It is also an ideal training resource for the officers and individuals assigned the duties that a rescue firefighter must accomplish.
Download or read book Fire Related Firefighter Injuries In 2004 written by U. S. Fire Administration and published by FEMA. This book was released on 2013-03-08 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fire-Related Firefighter Injuries in 2004 relies on data from the Nation's largest fire incident database, NFIRS, and on independent research from a variety of public and private organizations including the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
