Abstract

Provides an introduction for the articles in the special issue on Psychology and the Fire and Rescue Service (FRS). The seven papers in the issue make theoretical and empirical contributions to the psychological literature on fire and the FRS, and collectively form a compelling case for others to share their focus on this important topic area. Papers included in the issue consider diverse topics including the positive impact of fire through religious ritual, smoke alarm utility for special populations, the positive role of Critical Incident Stress Management, the unique situation offirefighters becoming victims of fire, the panic myth in disaster evacuations, industrial dispute in the FRS, and the experiences ofthose who love and live with firefighters.

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