Firefighter Rehabilitation
(Room 3E)
19 Feb 20
10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
The leading cause of FF LODD death is cardiac events. Over-exertion, dehydration, and improper physical conditioning are all contributory. A comprehensive rehab plan is a key element to ensure responder safety, recognizing potentially lethal symptoms early. The IC, Company Officers, FFs, EMS and other rehab personnel must work together to prevent FF injury and death through an aggressive comprehensive rehabilitation plan. Collaboration before, during, and after an incident is vital. Upon completion, the participant will be able to: Study the causes of FF injury and death Define rehab Discuss the relevance of standards and best practices Describe the importance of the ICS in FF rehabilitation Understand the phases of an incident or training exercise as it relates to rehab Identify a suitable location for a rehab site Differentiate medical monitoring from medical treatment and reference any applicable local EMS treatment protocols