Identification should include
- cancer
- heart attack (the most common) and stroke (stress)
- falls
- falling objects
- asphyxiation
- burns
- equipment failure
- exposure to chemicals.
Teacher Resources:
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is the most common killer on the job?
- How can firefighters increase their chances of survival?
- What can be done to reduce the chances of death due to equipment failure?