DECON: to prevent and protect

Fire contaminants can increase the risk of cancer and other diseases, but simple changes can help firefighters to protect their health, colleagues and families.

The Fire Brigades Union has been working with the University of Central Lancashire to understand the link between fire contaminants and cancer, and to protect firefighters and their families from this risk.

Using UCLan’s research, the FBU is offering training and launching a campaign to help firefighters protect themselves and others from harmful contaminants. DECON encourages firefighters to make simple changes at work and at home that can help to prevent cancer and other diseases.