Reproductive Health

Women in Fire (WIF) has partnered with the Center for Fire, Rescue, & EMS Health Research (CFREHR), part of NDRI-USA, on a FEMA-funded project focused on the development and dissemination of women’s health educational content for the fire service. The CFREHR and WIF have convened an expert panel of occupational health providers, researchers, and key fire service personnel to summarize documents and current research related to reproductive health, pregnancy, and breastfeeding.

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Infographic titled 'Resource Guide: Gender Specific Health Concerns for Women Firefighters.' It highlights additional risk factors for injury among women, such as ill-fitting PPE, working alone, and increased rates of mental health issues due to discrimination. A bar chart shows impacts of discrimination on women's mental health. The background has logos and an image of a female firefighter.
Infographic discussing reproductive health risks for firefighters, highlighting dangers such as toxic products, loud noises, and physical strain. Lists potential consequences like infertility, birth defects, and low birth-weight in babies. Provides solutions like checking regulations and limiting exposure.
Document cover on standard operating procedures for pregnancy accommodations, featuring an ultrasound image. Includes titles, notes, and legal references related to pregnancy, childbirth, and related health conditions.
Infographic for pregnant firefighters with guidelines and rights. It includes essential job tasks per NFPA 1582, trimester-specific risk considerations, and details about the Pregnancy Discrimination Act and Family Medical Leave Act. Graphics show pregnancy stages.
Informational flyer about training considerations for pregnant and postpartum firefighters, including guidance for first to third trimesters, breathing techniques, postpartum recovery, and reintegration into training. Contact information and logos are included.
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The Beltane Guild

We are firefighters, for firefighters

The Beltane Guild is working in collaboration with firefighters and researchers from across the country to raise awareness, improve safety measures, and rewrite policy to protect our nation’s firefighters.

Check out a list of current pregnancy policies from across the fire service on our website.

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NFPA 1582 chapter on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Evaluations

See Section 9.12 Pregnancy & Reproductive Health. Additional reproductive health resources are found in Annex C: Maternal & Child Health Considerations.

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Reproductive Rights in the Fire Department

Planning for pregnancy in a fire department should start long before you have a pregnant firefighter. Learn how the Pregnant Worker Fairness Act and Pump Act impact firefighter rights.

Join attorneys John Rukavina and Alisa Arnoff as they discuss the Pregnant Worker Fairness Act and its impact on the fire department.