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Work patterns dictate energy demands and thermal strain during wildland firefighting
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this investigation was to characterize the effects of self-selected work activity on energy expenditure, water turnover, and thermal strain during wildland fire suppression. A secondary aim was to contrast current data with…
Author(s): John S. Cuddy, Joseph A. Sol, Walter S. Hailes, Brent Ruby
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"Awake, smoky, and hot": providing an evidence-base for managing the risks associated with occupational stressors encountered by wildland firefighters
To curtail the spread of wildfire, firefighters are often required to work long hours in hot, smoky conditions with little rest between consecutive shifts. In isolation, heat, smoke, and sleep disruption can have a detrimental impact on cognitive…
Author(s): Brad Aisbett, Alexander Wolkow, Madeline Sprajcer, S.A. Ferguson
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