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Bills Relating to PSOB Benefits and Volunteers’ Usage of UAS Advance

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The FAA subsequently determined that the word “public” in this legislation only applies to aircraft used by federal, state, or local governments, or a political subdivision, excluding numerous public safety entities that rely on actively tethered UAS to carry out life-saving operations — like volunteer fire departments.

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How to Become an EMT

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On the other hand, you could be called in to attend to the victim of a car accident or a shooting or a heart attack, drowning, mountaineering accident, or drug overdose. Pro Tip: Your state’s EMS web page may contain a link to a list of public safety job openings that may come in handy after you receive your license.

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Congress Re-Introduces Bills that Would Benefit the Fire and Emergency Services and Increase Safety

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The Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act would expand access to Public Safety Officers Benefits (PSOB) for the families of first responders, including firefighters, who pass away from cancer caused by carcinogenic exposure during their service. 237), Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act (H.R.

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Taking Care of Your Wellness: 5 Factors that Can Contribute to Poor Heart Health in First Responders

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First responders have some of the highest rates of heart-related health issues including heart disease and sudden cardiac arrest. The average age of a police officer who has suffered a heart attack is 49 years, while the average for the general population is 64.7 years, according to research conducted by the IACP.