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Tag Archives: National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

On Duty & Line of Duty: What Is the Difference?

This yearly review comes with an update from FEMA. Sort of.

Posted byData Not DramaJanuary 25, 2026Posted inEducation, Line of Duty DeathsTags:Bill Carey, Data, Education, International Association of Fire Firefighters, Line of Duty Deaths, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, NFPA, United States Fire Administration5 Comments on On Duty & Line of Duty: What Is the Difference?

Would Fewer Basics Help Reduce LODDs?

Setting realistic goals to reach more of the low-hanging fruit.

Posted byData Not DramaApril 28, 2021Posted inEducationTags:Bill Carey, Education, Line of Duty Deaths, National Fallen Firefighters FoundationLeave a comment on Would Fewer Basics Help Reduce LODDs?

Why Suicides Should Not Be Considered LODDs

His department wanted nothing to do with the funeral of a firefighter who took his own life.

Posted byData Not DramaApril 28, 2021Posted inCommentaryTags:Bill Carey, Commentary, Health & Wellness, Line of Duty Deaths, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, United States Fire AdministrationLeave a comment on Why Suicides Should Not Be Considered LODDs

Putting Others Ahead of Ourselves

To save lives we must put ourselves at risk.

Posted byData Not DramaDecember 3, 2020December 3, 2020Posted inRiskTags:Dave LeBlanc, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, Risk, SafetyLeave a comment on Putting Others Ahead of Ourselves

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