Luke Pedersen

⚡ Lithium-ion battery fires represent a fast-growing danger in Canada. That's why the #IAFF is calling for a National Lithium-ion Battery Fire Fighter Safety Initiative with measures to make them safer. Read more 🔽 brnw.ch/21x0V2L

Cancer prevention starts before, during, and after the call.   Proper PPE use
Gross decon on scene
Clean gear & clean cabs
Regular medical screenings   OPFFA continues to advocate for safer working conditions and stronger cancer protections.   #PreventionMatters
#FireFighterHealth
#OPFFA
#FireFighterCancerAwarenessMonth

Now this is excellent science communication. Well done and thanks @mackinpro!

1/ NEED vs SUFFICIENT: why this lifting debate misses the point. There’s a big difference between what is needed and what is sufficient for muscle and strength adaptations. Confusing the two is where gym arguments go off the rails. Thanks @foundmyfitness for reigniting 😂

This needs to become the norm in the fire service. Well done Halifax. You are leading the way.

A new meta-analysis on the impact of goal setting on performance found: 1. Process goals had a large effect on performance 2. Performance goals had a moderate effect 3. Outcome goals had a negligible effect

This year has been pivotal for #firefighter legislation in Ontario. The OPFFA would like to thank Premier @fordnation and his government for the legislative amendments announced today addressing: ✔️#KidneyCancer - reducing the required duration of employment from 20 to 10 years. ✔️#ColorectalCancer - eliminating the 61-year age limit on presumptive eligibility for #colorectalcancer. These are significant milestones that ensure all #firefighters who develop these occupational #cancers while safeguarding Ontarians will have better access to the support and coverage they need. ontariofirefighters.org/index.cfm?zone… @DavidPiccini @IAFFCanada #ONpoli

ON’s firefighters need a gov that recognizes their service & the risks they take every day. In partnership w @opffa, we’re introducing stronger protections for 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒: ✅ Reducing service duration to 10 years for skin cancer ✅ Providing @WSIB coverage for wildland firefighters

New live F2T workshops are available. Self-paced options are also available. 5.15 – Creating Benchmark Workshops for Fire Fighters | 6.12 – The Art of Coaching Registration: bit.ly/49mDxo7 @IAFFofficial @F2T_IAFF

Need CECs to renew your PFT Certificate? Fit To Thrive offers multiple options including self-paced workshops. For a list of all available options, visit: bit.ly/49mDxo7 To see complete renewal requirements: bit.ly/3PbHfJi @IAFFofficial @F2T_IAFF

Exciting developments in Ontario, Canada! 🌟 Building on last week's successful launch in Oshawa Firefighters and Pickering Fire Station , our partnerships with @Stratford Fire and Waterloo Professional Fire Fighters @wpffa791 are flourishing.

🌟 Shout out to Luke Pederson from @WaterlooL791 for his pivotal role in bringing this life-saving program to Canada! 🇨🇦 Early detection is crucial for the well-being of our First Responders

@DC_DavidsonKFD @KitchFire @CityKitchener @Chief_Gilmore @MichaelMayKit @berryonline Thank you KFD Dispatch Team! I’m super grateful for all you do.

It’s #TesticularCancer Awareness month! Routine testicular self-exams help you detect changes to the testicles over time and potential testicular problems. Conduct a testicular self-exam monthly! Consult with your doctor if you notice anything unusual. @opffa @IAFFCanada

Need CECs to renew your PFT Certificate? Fit To Thrive offers multiple options including self-paced workshops. For a list of all available options, visit bit.ly/49mDxo7 To see complete renewal requirements: bit.ly/3PbHfJi @IAFFofficial @F2T_IAFF

New Live F2T Workshops Available 4.17 – Building a Movement Vocabulary | 5.15 – Creating Benchmark Workshops for Fire Fighters | 6.12 – The Art of Coaching Registration: bit.ly/49mDxo7 @IAFFofficial @F2T_IAFF

Need CECs to renew your PFT Certificate? Fit To Thrive offers multiple options including self-paced workshops. For a list of all available options, visit bit.ly/49mDxo7 To see complete renewal requirements: bit.ly/3PbHfJi @IAFFofficial @F2T_IAFF

Last chance to register for Wednesday’s F2T Workshop. Registration closes tonight! More Fire Fighters. More Active. More Often. Registration Link: bit.ly/3T7d9YP All F2T Workshops: bit.ly/49mDxo7 @IAFFofficial @F2T_IAFF

@BrantfordPFFA Congrats @GavinKita8! Well deserved 👏

Congratulations to Gavin for receiving the 2023 Prevention Link Advocate Recognition Award! Your dedication to workplace safety is truly inspiring. Big thanks to the Brantford District Labour Council for hosting such a meaningful event!

Thanks so much @GennaMcMillan! I appreciate your kind words of support 🙏.