EMS Today 2019

Emerging Issues for Women in Emergency Services (Room National Harbor 4)

20 Feb 19
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Tracks: Administration & Leadership - Administrative

This session will provide attendees with an understanding of the specific issues threatening the health and safety of women in emergency services, and will offer strategies to reduce fatalities and injuries among responders with a focus on women's issues. The presentation is based on a study funded by the USFA, led by iWomen and in partnership with several fire service organizations. Key issues covered in the session include Fatalities/Injuries; Cardiac health; Cancer; Behavioral Health and Suicide; Bullying; Recruitment and Retention; Apparatus Safety; and Roadway scene safety. Each topic covered includes strategies, solutions and materials to assist with best practices.