Research into Firefighter Behavior & Beliefs
The FireRescue1 Research Center serves as a central access point for critical fire service research that can help drive tactical and policy changes at the local, state and federal level. Get insights into firefighter behavior and beliefs and participate in – or just review – FireRescue1 polls and surveys.
The Aurora Fire Department’s new public website shares data about department operations
The data on how often firefighters divorce may surprise you, and it offers three interesting take-away points
Sleeping less than seven hours per night increases risks for nearly every disease
The registry is intended to help scientists better understand the link between cancer and firefighting in order to improve firefighters’ health
Researchers have identified four common sleep disturbances experienced by public safety personnel
This year’s theme focuses on the perfect storm of staffing challenges, plus how firefighters are managing stressors
This year’s theme focuses on the perfect storm of staffing challenges, plus how firefighters are managing stressors
As the ATF investigates, a fire research lab in Maryland is working to create a computer model showing how the fatal fire spread and grew
This year’s survey touches on topics such as lights and sirens usage and treatment-in-place adoption, as well as recruitment and retention initiatives
The International Association of Arson Investigators intends to use the data to better understand and characterize risks and exposures
The course offers insights into how hazards develop during lithium-ion battery incidents, plus strategies firefighters can use to mitigate the risks
The Bozeman fire chief shares tips for getting buy-in from FD leadership, the gut-check moment that changed his career, and his hopes for his new IAFC role
The fire service scientist details her newest adventure, the Science Alliance, plus how to make data accessible at the station level
As so many of our challenges are not black or white, we must acknowledge the nuance and learn to make sound decisions amid ever-evolving scenarios
Arizona researchers will work with firefighters as they build on prior findings and possible prevention opportunities
A recent poll of FireRescue1 readers found a majority strongly favored one side of the issue
Readers weigh in on their department’s interest in adding an electric apparatus to their fleet
The latest version provides data on 14 additional metrics, including anxiety and depression
Survey respondents resoundingly recommend a career in the fire service – a vital stat amid growing recruitment challenges
The Center for Firefighter Injury Research and Safety Trends will work with the Metro Chiefs on the project to advance diversity, equity and inclusion efforts
The videos, coupled with the institute’s annual survey findings, align with the start of Fire Prevention Month to encourage fire safe behaviors
The report details recommendations to enhance the effectiveness and safety of fire service personnel responding to residential structure fires
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine report offers guidance for clinical testing and treatment
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