The stress to firefighters that is created by exposure to traumatic events is very real. These kinds of experiences happen with unfortunate regularity because they are an essential part of what the fire service does. No matter the size or type of the organization, it is important that firefighters be prepared to deal with the impacts of these exposures, and that fire departments provide access to resources that can make a difference. The actions recommended in the model shown in the flowchart (on Page 1) reflect best practices based on current research and should fit easily into the operations and support systems that most fire departments have in place
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