Effects of the self-contained breathing apparatus and fire protective clothing on maximum oxygen intake

Article Abstract:

Personal protective equipment (PPE) and a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) are mandatory for firefighters but they are thought to negatively affect maximal oxygen consumption and investigations were carried out to test this assumption. Tests were carried out on twelve males and it was demonstrated that PPE and SCBA do have a negative impact on maximal oxygen consumption and this needs to be taken into account when evaluating the demands of fire suppression work and the fitness of firefighters.

Medical Instruments and Supplies, Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing, Pulmonary Equipment, Design and construction, Clothing, Fire fighters, Firefighters, Respiratory therapy, Respiratory equipment

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Validity of functional stability limits as a measure of balance in adults aged 23-73 years

Article Abstract:

A study is conducted to provide construct validation of functional stability limits (FSL) as a measure of balance by comparing FSLs across ages and with clinical balance measures. This can be used in posture prediction models to determine when a step is required while reaching or lifting objects and in biomechanical models as a means of incorporating stability constraints.

Posture, Report

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The effects of hyperoxia on performance during simulated firefighting work

Article Abstract:

The effects of hyperoxia on performance in simulated firefighting work were investigated. High intensity simulated firefighting work was improved by raising F1O2 to 0.40. The results indicated that hyperoxia may have significant practical applications, and further research is needed to show the physiological basis for the performance improvement.

Fire extinction, Firefighting

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