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Aloha 'ohana—HFD Safety Officer here for Wellness Wednesday (Dec 10). Sharps injuries hit hard in our line: 24% lifetime...
12/10/2025

Aloha 'ohana—HFD Safety Officer here for Wellness Wednesday (Dec 10). Sharps injuries hit hard in our line: 24% lifetime risk for EMS crews. Our new GRASP system makes prevention mindless. Full deets + resources below. Questions? Comment! OSHA | CDC Workbook | HIOSH. Mahalo for keeping each other safe.

December 1-7th is National Handwashing Awareness Week!!
12/03/2025

December 1-7th is National Handwashing Awareness Week!!

Brothers (and All Who Protect Our Island 'Ohana), November is Men's Health Month. Your job already demands everything – ...
11/19/2025

Brothers (and All Who Protect Our Island 'Ohana), November is Men's Health Month. Your job already demands everything – let's make sure your body can keep giving it.

Why this matters first: Heart attacks and cancer kill more firefighters than fire itself. Early action saves lives, careers, and families. We lose too many brothers too soon – not on our watch.

The GUARD System – Your 5-Step Men's Health Protocol (Easy to remember. Do it. Live longer.)

The Hawai’i Fire Department stands with the U.S. Department of Transportation in bringing attention to Crash Responder S...
11/12/2025

The Hawai’i Fire Department stands with the U.S. Department of Transportation in bringing attention to Crash Responder Safety Week. When you see responders ahead, reduce your speed as you proceed. Stay alert for traffic incidents.

National Protect Your Hearing Month reminder for our team: Top tips to stay sharp. Check Hawaii compliance: labor.hawaii...
10/29/2025

National Protect Your Hearing Month reminder for our team: Top tips to stay sharp. Check Hawaii compliance: labor.hawaii.gov/hiosh.

Resources: cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/ | nfpa.org/codes-and-standards

10/24/2025

Firefighters must be diligent about decontamination, from the moment they step away from a call to when they take a shower. Numerous innovations aid in the effort.

As first responders, our work in high-stress environments can inadvertently affect our home lives. Recognizing and addre...
10/22/2025

As first responders, our work in high-stress environments can inadvertently affect our home lives. Recognizing and addressing domestic violence is not just about seeking help; it's about fostering a community where we all can thrive.

Wellness Wednesday Alert: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Firefighters, know your risks and protect yourself! ...
10/15/2025

Wellness Wednesday Alert: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Firefighters, know your risks and protect yourself! Early detection saves lives. See attached for our Field Decontamination Procedure. 💕🚒

10/08/2025

As more families share homes or convert single-family houses into rentals, firefighters are walking into more complex searches and rescues. Every extra bedroom, basement apartment, or makeshift living space adds time to an already critical mission.

This piece breaks down what that means for size-up, search strategy, and fire attack, and why “know before you go” has never mattered more: https://ow.ly/zlge50X79em

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