IFSI Research
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IFSI Reports and Projects"IFSI's research efforts focus on studies that have a direct impact on firefighters' work, health and safety. Our investigations look closely at biomechanics, physiology and other elements, with research looking at three major components: equipment, environment, and the individual."
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Lavender Ribbon Report: Best Practices For Preventing Firefighter Cancer"The International Association of Fire Chiefs’ (IAFC) Volunteer and Combination Officers Section (VCOS) and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have partnered to develop and release the Lavender Ribbon Report: Best Practices for Preventing Firefighter Cancer. This report provides 11 actions that can be taken to mitigate the risk of cancer for firefighters." -- NVFC Website
DVD Available at the IFSI Library
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Firefighter life safety initiatives resource kit, Volume 3
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Publication Date: 2008
Websites for Support and Awareness
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National Firefighter Registry for Cancer
The National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer is the largest effort ever undertaken to understand and reduce risk of cancer among U.S. firefighters.
Databases and Resources
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First Responder Center for Excellence, CancerThe First Responder Center for Excellence is a division of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). This source provides information about awareness, current and past research, as well as reports and updates from the Fire Service Occupational Cancer Alliance.
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National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC)The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is the leading nonprofit membership association representing the interests of the volunteer fire, EMS, and rescue services. The NVFC serves as the voice of the volunteer in the national arena and provides critical resources, programs, education, and advocacy for first responders across the nation.
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Fire Fighter Occupational Exposure Reduction Best Practoces And Intervention Workshop October 26-27, 2023 • Final Report"Fire fighters are exposed to a wide range of both known and suspected carcinogens. Due to the growing concern around firefighting and cancer in Canada,
Health Canada and the IAFF co-sponsored a workshop on fire fighter cancer intervention best practices, state of science, and forward looking research priorities."