FIRE FIGHTER RESOURCES

Fire fighters face many dangers that may harm their health. Learn more about NIOSH programs and research on the health concerns of fire fighters.

Structural and vehicle fire fighters face many risks on the job. Learn more about NIOSH research on job hazards among fire fighters.

Every year thousands of acres of land burn across the United States. Wildland fire fighters are asked to protect our lives, our homes, and our forests.

Fire fighters rely heavily on their equipment to be safe. NIOSH researches ways to improve their safety.

• World Trade Center Health Program
• Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program
• NIOSH Public Safety Program
• The National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory
• Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Evaluation in Support of the Fire Service

• NIOSH Dataset: Firefighter Body Dimensions for Updating Safety Specifications for Fire Apparatus and Firefighter Protective Equipment
• NIOSH Certified Respirator and Equipment List
• Other Fire Fighter Organizations and Resources