A Web-Based Total Worker Health Intervention for Those Fighting Wildland Fires: Mixed Methods Development and Effectiveness Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Fire seasons are longer, with more and larger wildfires, placing increased demands and risks on those fighting wildland fires. There are multiple agencies involved with fighting wildland fires and unique worksite conditions make meeting these workers' needs a challenge.

Objective

The aim of the study is to develop and establish the effectiveness of a web-based safety and health program for those fighting wildland fires.

Methods

This mixed methods project had 3 phases. The initial qualitative phase assessed the needs of 150 diverse firefighters through interviews and focus groups across 11 US sites to establish and prioritize program content. Interview transcripts were read for thematic content with iterative readings used to identify, code, and rank health

SUBMITTER: Kuehl K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10632911 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature