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The prevalence of smokeless tobacco (SLT) use among firefighters is substantially higher than the general population and similar occupational groups. Despite the significant health risks associated with SLT and its impact on occupational readiness, there are no occupationally-tailored SLT education or treatment programs for the fire service. The purpose of this study was to beta test QUIT SPIT!, a self-help SLT cessation program that is culturally tailored for the US fire service and firefighters who are interested in quitting. METHODS After development and tailoring the QUIT SPIT! SLT cessation program for firefighters, the feasibility and acceptability of the program were evaluated in a sample of eleven SLT-using firefighters who wanted to quit. The primary outcome was a 7-day point prevalence of SLT abstinence measured at 4 and 12 weeks post-enrollment follow-up assessments. RESULTS Four firefighters reported having quit SLT (7-days point prevalence) at follow-up at 12 weeks. Those who did not achieve SLT abstinence reported reductions in frequency and quantity in SLT use and demonstrated a decrease in nicotine dependence. Firefighters also reported being satisfied with the QUIT SPIT! cessation program. CONCLUSIONS The results provide strong support for the feasibility and acceptability of the QUIT SPIT! in SLT-using firefighters interested in quitting. The findings provide critical information about the next steps for further development and evaluation of the QUIT SPIT! program.

Development and beta test of a smokeless tobacco cessation program for firefighters