Glutathione
Aug 2026
Learn why the IAFF advises against glutathione supplementation for fire fighters and explore the latest evidence on occupational cancer prevention, safety, and effective risk reduction strategies.
Safety Advisories
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Fire Fighter Ejections and Emergency Vehicle Operations Safety Advisory
Jul 2026
This advisory outlines the risks of fire fighter ejections and emergency vehicle response crashes, with recommended actions, related incidents, and safety resources. -
Wildland Fire Shelters Safety Advisory
Jul 2026
An immediate safety stand-down has been ordered after counterfeit fire shelters were discovered on multiple 2026 wildland fires. -
CPAT Equipment Safety Advisory
Jun 2026
The IAFF is issuing guidance on hinge issues with the ADF-100 Ceiling Breach & Pull Machine and strongly recommends all CPAT sites retrofit the equipment to ensure candidate and proctor safety. -
Silo Fires Safety Advisory
Jun 2026
Following recent incidents, the IAFF is issuing a safety alert to inform members of the risks associated with responses to fires at material silos and related storage structures. -
Single-Stair Buildings Increase Risk
Apr 2026
Learn about key talking points on the safety risks and operational impacts of single-stair exit design for both occupants and fire fighters. -
NFPA 1580 Cardiorespiratory Fitness
Jan 2026
Explains how the NFPA 1580 medical health standard utilizes age- and sex-adjusted cardiorespiratory fitness percentiles to support fire fighter wellness. -
Use of Fire Blankets on Electric Vehicle Fires
Jun 2025
Outlines tactical risks, independent research findings, and explicit warnings against deploying fire blankets on electric vehicle battery fires. -
Joint Statement in Support of NFPA 1710 Minimum Staffing
May 2025
Endorses NFPA Standard 1710 as the industry best practice, emphasizing the necessity of four-person minimum company staffing for community and fire fighter safety. -
IAFF Position Statement on Single-Exit Residential Buildings
Feb 2025
Opposes Canadian legislative proposals for single-exit multi-story residential buildings, warning of severe evacuation risks and code circumvention.