Greater Victoria firefighters use PFAS-containing gear, MLA Adam Olsen files bill for policies against these chemicals, aiming for safer equipment.
Greater Victoria firefighters employ best practices while using firefighting gear containing potentially hazardous PFAS chemicals. MLA Adam Olsen filed a member's bill to create policies prohibiting these chemicals, as a first step towards safer equipment. Firefighters currently adapt best practices to mitigate risks until PFAS-free gear becomes available.
March 30, 2024
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