Fire Safety

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             Fire safety is very important in the field of fire fighting and fire prevention. The purpose of fire

safety is to eliminate injuries. There are many different forms of safety. There are also safety

programs for firefighters. The main goals of the safety program consist of preventing damage or loss

of equipment, preventing human suffering, casualties, injuries, and exposures to hazardous

atmospheres and transmittable diseases. 

             Safety needs to be respected by everyone who works together or else something can go

wrong. Firefighters have many health considerations. For instance, they must stay informed about

job-related health issues. They must also use precautions to avoid exposure to AIDS. Other

considerations even consist of properly cleaning and storing tools and equipment. Firefighters also

have to keep up with physical fitness also. All of these things help to maintain a good safety record.

The different types of safety consist of being on the apparatus, safety in the fire station, personal

safety, tool and equipment safety, safety in training, and emergency scene safety. 

             Riding the apparatus is the most common danger to a firefighter. Firefighters are not to

dress while the apparatus is in motion. Firefighters must also have fastened seat belts while in

motion. If sirens exceed 90 decibels, firefighters must also have ear protection. This is all to ensure

safety to the firefighter and his company. Firefighters should also always use handrails when getting

on and off the apparatus. This reduces the chance of slipping or falling from the engine or ladder.

Safety in the fire station is as equally important. Hazards in the fire station are not only dangerous to

firefighters, but to visitors too. Firefighters are constantly making sure that the firehouse is safe. 

             Personal safety is just as important. Things such as improper lifting techniques have been

known to cause many injuries throughout the fire fighting world. There are s...