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To the First Responder Center for Excellence
The FRCE is dedicated to protecting the lives and livelihoods of first responders, nationwide. Our education and research initiatives constantly shed new light on challenges to the health, safety and well‑being of firefighters, EMS personnel and other first responders. It’s all with the goal of reducing line‑of‑duty injuries and deaths as well as occupational illnesses.
HELPING YOU STAY ON THE FRONT LINES, SAFELY SERVING THE PUBLIC
First responders face more than emergencies every day. Carcinogens on the scene pose deadly dangers. Stress, substance abuse and depression impact mental health. Strength and stamina are pushed to the limits. And chronic conditions such as diabetes and heart and lung disease significantly reduce a first responder’s ability to respond quickly, protect property and save lives—including their own. The FRCE is here to make you aware of these life-threatening issues. We’ll help screen for, prevent or address them, and get you back to the job you love.
ABOUT USRecently Added Resources
This easy-to-use collection of informational resources is where you will find current research on Behavioral Health, Cancer, Cardiac, Physicals, and Health and Wellness for “kitchen table talk” discussions, shift training, or as a starting point for building organizational best practices. Resources include articles, prevention tips, awareness training modules, PowerPoint presentations and more.
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FRCE TRAINING
Stress First Aid (SFA) online training courses can help identify and address post‑traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse and depression, which happen frequently among active firefighters and EMS personnel. With regular monitoring and prompt intervention, healing can begin, and confidence, mental acuity and sense of purpose can be restored.
View All ResourcesAvailable Online Courses
Stress First Aid Leadership (90 minute)Stress First Aid Awareness (90 minute)Stress First Aid Online Training Module
Behavioral Health
Recognizing emerging or existing mental health issues is critical to keeping first responders positively focused and in control.
Cancer
Learn about exposure to carcinogens and toxic chemicals, how they’re absorbed through the skin and lungs, and more.
Cardiac
Over the last decade, more than half of on-duty volunteer firefighter deaths were from heart attacks. Discover what you can do to reduce your risk.
Firefighter Physicals
The NFPA 1582 annual physical is critical to determining your physical and mental fitness to do your job. Learn its parameters, what they identify and how to prepare to take it.
A healthy exercise is important on and off the job. See how it helps strengthen your immune system, reduce stress and boost energy levels.
Health & Wellness - Nutrition
A healthy diet is important on and off the job. See how it helps strengthen your immune system, reduce stress and boost energy levels.
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