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Electronic Cigarette Fires and Explosions in the United States (2009 - 2016)

Fires and explosions caused by e-cigarettes are not common, but their consequences can be devastating and life-altering for the victims. The main cause of the fires and explosions is failure of the lithium-ion batteries. Learn how e-cigarettes work, about recent fire and explosion incidents, and why the e-cigarette/lithium-ion battery combination presents a new and unique hazard to users.

Emergency Incident Rehabilitation

Examines critical topics related to emergency incident rehabilitation, including operational issues, human physiology, weather issues,technology, and addresses ways to better protect firefighters and other emergency responders through the use of proper protective clothing and improved tactical procedures.

Emergency Vehicle Safety Initiative

This report provides best practices and recommendations for safer emergency vehicle and roadway incident response. Topics covered include common crash causes and crash prevention, internal and external factors for improving response and roadway safety, vehicle design and maintenance, and regulating emergency vehicle response and roadway scene safety.

Escape Planning for Older Adults

Your risk of dying in a home fire is greater as you get older. Knowing what to do if there is a fire makes a big difference. Customize this flyer with local information.

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Field Operations Guide (ICS 420-1)

The content of the Field Operations Guide (FOG) is intended to provide guidance for the application of the Incident Command System (ICS) to any planned or unplanned event. Position descriptions, checklists, and diagrams are provided to facilitate that guidance. The information contained in this document is intended to enhance the user's experience, training, and knowledge in the application of the Incident Command System.

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