Firefighter Resources

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

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

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

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

• National Firefighter Registry
• World Trade Center Health Program
• Firefighter 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 Firefighter Organizations and Resources