Firefighter Health and Safety Resources
Emergency responder health and safety are important and growing topics within the field. On-the-job safety hazards, long-term health effects, and stress-related aspects of the job all impact a firefighter's overall wellness. The resources on this page will direct you to information resources related to these topics.
Trade magazines (not peer-reviewed)
- FireRescue1Online magazine focusing on news, training, and product reviews.
- PPE101.comPPE101.com is dedicated to providing the latest in research and information about personal protective equipment.
- Crackyl MagazineOnline publication for firefighter lifestyle, health & wellness.
- Firehouse MagazineA magazine dedicated to providing fire/rescue professionals with information, news, training, and community to help them do their jobs safer and more efficiently.
- Fire Engineering MagazineFire Engineering magazine provides training, education, and management information for fire and emergency services personnel worldwide.
Peer-reviewed journals
Health and Safety Organizations
Science to the Station is a health and wellness alliance linking scientists, health care, and fire service professionals dedicated to providing critical information needed to improve the safety and health of firefighters and other first responders.
The Firefighter Cancer Support Network Library provides access to research related to precautions firefighters should take during firefighting operations, training exercises, and routine tasks.
