PPE
A piece of safety equipment provided to ensure to keep your "Little Piggie's safe".
What is steel toed boots?
This vehicle first introduced by bombardier in 1953 became widely used by MN DNR Forestry for wildfire suppression.
What is a muskeg?
An automated device that extends communication range by receiving a radio signal on one frequency amplifying it and transmitting it on a different frequency, often overused in the Little Falls area.
What is a repeater?
These arachnids are considered to be the most detrimental to humans health in Minnesota.
What are ticks?
Developed in 1957 to prevent fire fighter fatalities and injuries.
What are the ten standard fire fighting orders?
A dead, detached branch high in a tree that poses a risk of falling.
What is a widow maker?
All employees must wear this piece of safety equipment unless specifically assigned to a vehicle, in which case they must wear this equipment when away from that vehicle, or when beyond the protective reach of hoses from the vehicle.
What is a fire shelter?
Inhaling mists or vapors of this commonly used forestry tool can cause headaches, dizziness, nausea, and irritation of the eyes, nose, and respiratory tract. Chronic or concentrated exposure can lead to permanent damage to the nervous system and brain.
What is timber marking paint?
A person of this age may not be employed to “operate or assist in operation of power-driven machinery (or) in an occupation or activity, or on site, which is hazardous or dangerous to life, limb, or health.
What is a 17 year old?