Cancer Prevention
When is Firefighter cancer awareness month?
January
9%
What does the acronym "OODA" stand for?
Observe
Orient
Decide
Act
How long after a fire call should you decon / shower?
Within one hour
This is found in our turnout gear, and has been linked to numerous types of cancer
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)
What is a Firefighter's most important tool when it comes to their situational awareness when working in a team?
Communication
According to NFPA 1582, How often should you get screened for cancer?
Annually
This was used as a building insulant that is now known to potentially cause cancer if inhaled?
Asbestos
Who (most likely) has the greatest ability to predict changing conditions at a call?
The one with the most experience
According to a study by Johns Hopkins, how many hours of sleep should you aim to have to reduce cancer risk?
More than 6 per night
What is one way that you can build your situational awareness?
- Training with variables
- Communication
- Time / Experience
- Slow down / step back
In 2023, Canadian Parliament passed bill C-224. What does this bill set out to accomplish?
It sets out to create an action plan to protect firefighters from exposure to toxic flame retardants found in household products.
What are the four types of calls that RFR is allowing firefighters to choose to or not to wear turnout gear to respond?
What is the biggest deterrent to one's situational awareness?
Tunnel Vision