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Fire Department reports 75% vaccination rate, training gains and PFAS-free gear trials
Summary
Chief Janine Nicholson told the commission the department is at about 75% COVID-19 vaccination and described training, recruitment and health initiatives including trials of PFAS-free turnout gear and participation in cancer and PFAS exposure studies.
SAN FRANCISCO — At its April 28 meeting the San Francisco Fire Commission heard a routine operations update from Chief of Department Janine Nicholson and Deputy Chief Jose Luis Velo that covered vaccinations, training, academy progress and health studies.
Chief Nicholson said the department was "at approximately 75 percent" vaccinated and that leaders are continuing outreach for members who had not reported second doses. She said the department is advancing a vision for a community paramedic…
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