First Responders Foundation

JULY 15, 2024

The safety and well-being of our communities rely heavily on the dedication and courage of first responders—firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and paramedics—who are on the front lines during emergencies. Inspiring the Next Generation of First Responders Early Education and Engagement Inspiration often begins at a young age.

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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

DECEMBER 31, 2020

Patients may have waited anxiously for hours, so they’re highly observant for our first responses in words, facial expression and body language. Working as a paramedic, medic, EMT, prehospital care provider or any other type of first responder differs vastly from any other role in those first seconds or minutes of arrival.

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ESO

JANUARY 30, 2025

Long, physically demanding hours coupled with life-and-death decision-making can lead to more than just burnout for first responders. Critical incident reporting metrics are designed to measure the events that have the most potential to be psychologically traumatizing for first responders and are closest linked to PTSD and suicide.

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First Responders Foundation

JULY 31, 2024

In communities across the nation, first responders are on the front lines, ensuring our safety and responding to emergencies with speed and expertise. First responders require a wide array of tools and technology to perform their jobs efficiently.

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ESO

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Our mission to improve health and safety through the power of data has guided everything we do to support first responders and healthcare providers. The 2024 ESO Trends Reports explored topics such as the growing demands on first responders and healthcare workers, improving first responder safety, and addressing gaps in care delivery.

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First Responder Wellness

MAY 1, 2022

First responders who have stayed sober for extended periods are privy to the mental health benefits of experiencing peace of mind. First responders are particularly prone to extended bouts of anxiety and depression. First responders often experience elevated mood swings, particularly after extended on-call shifts.

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NVFC

APRIL 9, 2024

FD PREPP Toolkit This free toolkit provides front-line first response organizations with information, tools, and resources that they can use in the planning, training, and response aspects of a pipeline incident. Webinar: Pipeline Safety and Emergency Response – Join live on April 17 at 2pm ET or watch the recording later.

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