Wildland Firefighting Physical Demands and Training
If you’re thinking about becoming a wildland firefighter, here are the wildland firefighting physical demands and training you can expect to experience.
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Safety Tips for Wildland Firefighters
Wildland firefighting is inherently dangerous. To reduce one’s risk of injury while out on the fire line, follow these safety tips for wildland firefighters.
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Gear a Wildland Firefighter Should Pack
The essential gear a wildland firefighter should pack protects their safety and allows them to efficiently accomplish their time-sensitive tasks.
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VFA Grants and How to Submit Them
VFA grants can provide much-needed funding to wildland fire departments. This guide will help you better understand VFA grants and how to submit them.
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Wildland Fire Engine Requirements
To better understand the individual wildland fire engine requirements for the five distinct types of wildfire fire engines, continue reading.
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NFPA Standards for Wildland Firefighting
NFPA standards provide valuable information for wildland firefighters. To learn the basics of NFPA standards for wildland firefighting, continue reading.
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What are the benefits of adding a weighted pack to your workout?
The added bulk of a weighted backpack or vest increases the training effect of virtually any exercise. This is a result of your cardiovascular system and muscles having to work...
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A History of the Wildland Fire Shelter
Fire shelters are mandatory protective equipment that have saved hundreds of lives. To learn about the history of wildland fire shelters, continue reading. (Practice shelters pictured above.)
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Have you ever wondered how fire shelters work? Here is a basic overview of the design of a fire shelter and how it protects.
A mandatory piece of protective equipment since 1977, a fire shelter is a portable, one-person tent. It protects the user primarily by reflecting radiant heat while trapping breathable air.
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Be Firewise: Wildland Fire Fighting by Defending Your Own Home
The best time to address a home’s ignition risk is when the structure is still in the design phase. However, if you have an existing home, there are measures you...
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3 Effective Strategies Wildland Firefighters can use for Better Health
Though a few extra pounds may not be an issue for the average Joe, firefighters demand much more from their bodies;Â the ability to perform at a very high level in...
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Proper Handmade Boot Fitting
Fitting, break-in, and care for your boot investment.
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