As fire fighters, we know that PPE is only effective when it is used properly. That’s why we wear our masks, not just on emergency runs but everywhere it can help keep us, our families and our communities safe. As part of the IAFF Mask Up Campaign, we are encouraging members to share photos of themselves wearing masks while on duty, or use an infographic below, to promote the use of masks in all fire departments to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Contact [email protected] for additional assistance in the promotion of this campaign within your department.

Social Media Posts:

  • As fire fighters, we know that PPE is only effective when it is used properly. That’s why we wear our masks, not just on emergency runs but everywhere it can help keep us, our families and our communities safe. #MaskUpIAFF
  • Just like our SCBAs protect us at a fire, masks protect us from the COVID-19 virus. #MaskUpIAFF
  • Do your part to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus. #MaskUpIAFF
  • Join fire fighters and paramedics and wear a mask anytime you are in a public space or around other people. #MaskUpIAFF
  • Health experts say the evidence is clear that masks can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and that the more people wearing masks, the better. #MaskUpIAFF
  • According to the Mayo Clinic, even simple cloth face coverings are most likely to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus when they are widely used by people in public settings. #MaskUpIAFF
  • Countries that required face masks, testing, isolation and social distancing early in the pandemic have successfully slowed the spread of the virus. #MaskUpIAFF
  • A study by a team of researchers led by a Texas A&M University professor has found that not wearing a face mask dramatically increases a person’s chances of being infected by the COVID-19 virus. Do your part. #MaskUpIAFF
  • My mask protects you. Your mask protects me. #MaskUpIAFF