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Friday, October 1, 2010

Carbon monoxide monitoring should be a formal process during any fire incident. It should include assessment and use of rehabilitation tags.

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The Effect of Carbon Monoxide

Carbon monoxide can affect firefighters throughout an incident, not just during initial fire operations. Photo Michael Coppola

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Protecting Personnel

The goal of rehab is to protect our most valuable asset—our personnel. Photo Michael Coppola

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Environmentally Controlled Area

A formal, environmentally controlled area and assessment process ensures dangerous CO levels and cardiovascular abnormalities aren't missed. Photo Michael Coppola

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Oxygen Therapy

Oxygen therapy should be started as early as possible on firefighters and others exposed to carbon monoxide. Photo Michael Coppola

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Rehabilitation Tags

The use of rehabilitation tags ensures that each firefighter is assessed, hydrated and monitored appropriately. Photo Chris Swabb

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