As director of the ERHPL, Hostler oversees research studies to understand the stresses associated with emergency response and develops interventions to improve the health and safety of the nation’s first responders. He has completed the Fireground Rehab Evaluation (FIRE) Trial and the Enhanced Firefighter Rehab Trial (EFFoRT).
He has more than 20 years of experience in public safety as a firefighter, paramedic and hazardous materials technician.

Research Topics:
Burns; ergonomics of protective clothing; environmental physiology; firefighter health and safety; recovery; thermal stress; work physiology.