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Fire Fighters, Fire Safety, and Hazard Preventions are the main topic on Emergency Live. Read our case reports, stories and opinions regarding the professionals involved in unsafe and hazardous environment with fire and chemical exposures.
Innovations in complex firefighting
The importance of fire-extinguishing foams and the Turin conference
Complex fires and the challenge of extinguishment
Complex fires pose a significant challenge for firefighters and safety officials. Their complexity stems not only from…
Fire department helmets: engineering and design for safety
An In-Depth Look at Essential Firefighter Gear
Technology and Materials in Helmet Manufacturing
Firefighter helmets are designed to provide maximum protection in extreme conditions. The materials used in their construction, such as…
First female fire heroines: the history of the women's brigade in the 1800s
The Pioneers in the Fight Against Fires in the Victorian Era
The Early Flames of Change
The history of women in firefighting has deep roots dating back to the early 1800s. One of the earliest documented female firefighters was Molly…
Challenges and innovations in the fire service world
A Look at Recent News and Developments in Global Fire Services
Recent Incidents and Interventions
Recently, the world of Fire Services has been engaged in several significant incidents. In Russia, a massive fire engulfed a warehouse of a…
Challenges and successes: the journey of women Firefighters in Europe
From Early Pioneers to Modern Professionals: A Journey into the History and Current Challenges of Women Firefighters in Europe
Pioneers and Historical Paths
Women have played active roles in firefighting services long before commonly…
Female Firefighters: Modern Heroines on the Frontlines
Overcoming Obstacles and Defying Stereotypes, Women Firefighters Forge Their Path
The First Female Firefighters in Bangladesh
In Bangladesh, a group of courageous women has made history by becoming firefighters, a profession traditionally…
Fire at Tivoli Hospital Firefighters Avert Disaster, but Concerns Arise over Insufficient Coverage
Conapo calls for reflection on firefighter resources following the Tivoli fire
Fire Management and Concerns
The fire at Tivoli Hospital (province of Rome) has highlighted the need for adequate coverage by the Firefighters to handle…
Women in the Fire Service: From Early Pioneers to Distinguished Leaders
Increasing the Female Presence in the Technical and Operational Roles of the Italian Fire Service
The Pioneering Entry of Women into the Fire Service
In 1989, the National Fire Service in Italy saw a historic moment: the entry of the…
Italy: Firefighter Competition - Guide to the Selection of 189 Posts
Public Competition at the National Fire Service: An Opportunity for Logistics-Management Inspectors
The National Fire Department is one of the most fundamental bodies for the safety and well-being of our country. In addition to…
The consequences of fires - what happens after the tragedy
The long-term effects of fires: environmental, economic and social damage
In certain parts of the world it is normal to have fires every year. For example, in Alaska there is the famous 'Fire Season' and in Australia there are Bushfires…