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Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, celebrates a milestone as the Xaap Compliance Reporting Platform surpasses one million building inspections. Since 2018, facility managers and their teams have used the Xaap compliance reporting software to test nearly 55 million individual building devices, including fire alarms, extinguishers, security devices, sprinklers, and other systems across North America. Improving building safety and&n...
II Aspire has announced that the recent review of the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Mechanical Fire Protection has been approved and published by the Government. BAFSA is pleased to have worked with II Aspire on the Steering and Working Group, along with other industry employers, to review the existing NOS, then update and agree on the changes necessary to ensure the NOS are reflective of industry changes to maintain and improve standards of practice. National Occupational Standa...
The Putnam County Fire Department, located midway between Atlanta and Augusta, Georgia, has purchased two identical Lake Assault boat craft scheduled for delivery in late 2022. The vessels will assist the department in providing fire suppression and emergency response services on Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair, as well as on the land surrounding both. Enhancing emergency response “Our department protects 185 miles of shoreline, which includes hydropower facilities, single-family homes...
As part of Global’s partnership with Winkhaus on Global's Composite Fire Doors, this month it took some samples down to the experts at Warrington Fire in High Wycombe for a destructive Fire Resistance Test at their facilities. Its relationship with Winkhaus and its other partners allows a syndicate of companies to develop skills and knowledge in composite fire door fabrication under the BM Trada Q170 Scheme. Various testing This means that Global are all able to conduct...
Elmos Semiconductor develops, manufactures, and distributes semiconductors and sensors primarily for use in the automotive industry. For more than 30 years Elmos innovations have been making mobility worldwide safer, more comfortable, and more energy efficient with new functions. Elmos has been relying on high-pressure water mist (HPWM) systems from AQUASYS for the protection of its semiconductor production at the headquarters in Dortmund since 2005. From the years 2007 until currently, extensi...
A team of fundraisers from Hardstaff Barriers are seeking support from colleagues and clients, as they complete the final leg of a virtual walk from Nottinghamshire, in the United Kingdom to Ukraine, in order to raise money for the humanitarian effort. On March 8, 2022, the colleagues began collectively walking the distance from their office, in central England, to the center of Ukraine, covering a distance of 1,610 miles. Spurred on by the atrocities in the country caused by the Russian aggres...
The biggest UK fire service convoy – made up of 22 vehicles and more than 5,000 items of kit and equipment, donated by UK fire and rescue services, has been deployed to support firefighters in Ukraine, on Saturday, March 19, 2022. More than 60 volunteers from FIRE AID and fire and rescue services are taking the convoy into Poland. It will then make its way into Ukraine, providing vitally needed equipment to support firefighters, emergency services and volunteers, battling together o...
Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) has been awarded for its innovative work in embedding a customer-centric culture throughout the organisation - tailoring services for everyone in the county to help keep them safe. Customer-Centric culture The accolade of achieving bronze in the Customer Focus category of the iESE Public Sector Transformation Awards on 9 March, acts as a springboard for KFRS as it embarks on a pioneering project to really get to know the people it serves. The insight gather...
Together with SenseTek, Bandweaver Technology’s flagship Linear Heat Detection (LHD) solution, FireLaser, offers over 7,000m of coverage at Parking Garage P10 Plaza Arena in Amsterdam. With the capability to detect a pan fire test of just 0.25m2, the system successfully meets some of the most stringent fire regulations in the world. SenseTek, a specialist in fire detection applications, worked with the client to design a solution that meets and surpasses these requirements. Cover...
Rosenbauer, a fire-service vehicles and firefighting equipment manufacturer, and OroraTech, a digital wildfire intelligence service, have entered a strategic partnership to combat the emerging problem of wildfires using satellite systems. According to the UN, the number of wildfires is estimated to rise by 50% by 2100, and wildfires will become more intense and more frequent, ravaging communities and ecosystems in their path. Digitalizing firefighting, the partnership between Rosenbauer and...
On March 16th, Matt Gantley (UKAS CEO) and Dr. Adel Alkeaid (SAAC Executive Director) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize the relationship between the two national Accreditation Bodies. This agreement fully acknowledges the expertise of each organization, enabling the sharing of knowledge and experience that will contribute to the quality of infrastructure in both nations. technical consultation and support UKAS and SAAC will work together to provide technical consultation...
"The BAFE SP205 scheme provides a route in evidencing competency to deliver the vital service of Fire Risk Assessment," said Chris Auger, Director of Schemes. He adds, "We encourage registered organizations, specifically SP205 registered organizations, to provide your input to help greater understanding and steer decision making." Information provided by Office As users will be aware, there is considerable work underway to strengthen the building and fire safety regulatory systems, not least...
Tom Morgan, Josh Hollebon, Tom Woods and Stuart Long from the Yare Valley Churches running club have each run 92 miles during February to complete the virtual challenge by surpassing the mileage an ambulance covers on an average shift. The team chose the mileage clocked-up by crews at their local station in Longwater. Completing the target We have completed similar feats previously and were keen for something new" Tom Woods said: “We have completed similar feats previously and were kee...
Hardstaff Barriers has taken another major step towards sustainability by recycling every single item of old or damaged PPE. In January, Hardstaff Barriers made the pledge to recycle rather than dispose of all personal protective equipment that can no longer be worn. Since then, the company has collected 30kg of used PPE, which has reached the end of its life, to be recycled to create new products. Hardstaff Barriers have teamed up with Granite Workwear, an ISO14001 certified company, which has...
The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has announced that the Data Management Fire Standard is now open for consultation, closing 27th April, 2022. Data Management Fire Standard The Data Management Fire Standard has been developed with expert input from the NFCC Digital and Data Program, NFCC Leads for Data, Apollo Gerolymbos and Andy Hopkinson, Government Digital Services and colleagues, with data expertise from a wide range of fire and rescue services.
West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service has worked with partners, including Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and the National Trust in a day of action focused around wildfire training. With the warm weather forecast this weekend crews and rangers teamed up on moorland near Slaithwaite to test new equipment, swap best practices, and formulate techniques should a moorland fire occur this year. Moorland firefighting equipment We can share techniques and get to grips with the latest stat...
Road traffic accidents are the main cause of death for children five years and older worldwide, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To help protect the lives of the most vulnerable pedestrians – children – 3M announces its commitment to increase safety and visibility in 100 school zones in 23 countries around the world by 2024. Underdeveloped roadways, a lack of crosswalks, and poor visibility in school zones put the youngest pedestrians at particu...
Miller Knight is pleased to announce the addition of Michael Oduba to its Contracts Management Team. Due to the recent expansion in operations, Mike has joined the Passive Fire Protection side of the business and is responsible for overseeing the projects in the South of the UK. With nearly 20 years of experience in the industry, he will certainly make a strong addition to what is already a fantastic group.
Pac Fire is pleased to introduce the AS/NZS 2161.6:2014 certified, composite structural firefighting gloves from premium PPE supplier Bristol Uniforms. The composite gloves combine Nomex® fabric on the back of the hand with hard-wearing, cowhide leather on the palm, thumb, and flexible absorber. Antibacterial and antiviral properties The GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® moisture barrier is both waterproof and breathable. It also offers protection against the penetration of viruses and bacteria foun...
Pac Fire introduces another advancement in structural firefighting outerwear from MSA Bristol. EOS is the latest structural firefighting ensemble from MSA Bristol. MSA Bristol EOS builds on the success of XFlex and the UK Collaborative Framework ranges, retaining the popular, ergonomic sports styling and advanced protection achieved from the combination of quality technical fabrics and advanced moisture management technology. protection and cleaning efficiency Why EOS? Named after the Greek g...
Connected Technologies LLC, the maker of the award-winning Connect ONE® cloud management platform, has expanded its fire alarm monitoring capabilities, allowing dealers to add growing fire alarm services to their business. According to a recent report from Grandview Research, the demand for fire protection systems will continue to increase steadily from 2022 to 2030. Intrusion, access, surveillance software Connect ONE, the single software solution that controls intrusion, access co...
Jon Könz, President of Euralarm, has been selected as a member of the CEN-CENELEC Industry Advisory Forum. The Industry Advisory Forum consists of 18 members who were selected, based on their particular experience and knowledge in the identified CEN-CENELEC Strategy 2030 areas and European Industrial Ecosystems. Industry Advisory Forum (IAF) Via the Industry Advisory Forum (IAF) high-level European industry representatives and CEN and CENELEC can have an open exchange on current standard...
Three generations of the same firefighting family attended an extra special ceremony to mark the graduation of the latest recruit to join the ranks at Askern fire station. Ellie Adams, aged 23, has become the third generation of her family to serve at Askern, Doncaster after completing her initial training and ‘passing out’ in front of family and friends at South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s Sheffield training base. initial training Amongst those watching were Ellie’s...
The East of England Ambulance Service (EEAST) is the first NHS Trust to have signed up to UNISON’s new Anti-Racism Charter, which aims to help tackle racism in the public sector. The charter commits organizations and their leaders to a raft of pledges designed to prevent all forms of conscious or unconscious racial bias. This includes championing a racially diverse workforce, recognizing the impact of racism on staff well-being and regularly reviewing its strategies to improve racia...
Together with SenseTek, Bandweaver Technology’s flagship Linear Heat Detection (LHD) solution, FireLaser, offers over 7,000m of coverage at Parking Garage P10 Plaza Arena in Amsterdam. safe and effective fire protection With the capability to detect a pan fire test of just 0.25m2, the system successfully meets some of the most stringent fire regulations in the world. SenseTek, a specialist in fire detection applications, worked with the client to design a solution that meets an...
Hardstaff Barriers has maintained its prestigious FORS Gold status for another year, in recognition of the company’s ongoing commitment to fleet safety, efficiency, and environmental protection. The manufacturer and supplier of Vehicle Restraint Systems (VRS) and security barriers, first received Gold accreditation in the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) in 2019. FORS accreditation The company has maintained its Gold status – the highest level that can be reached due...
Miller Knight is thrilled to announce that their team has secured the Passive Fire Protection package at the Lionel House Residential Development, in Birmingham, United Kingdom (UK), for Winvic Construction Ltd. Lionel House Project Lionel House, located on the edge of the Jewellery Quarter, in Birmingham will comprise 259 high quality managed apartments – 156 one-bedroom, 90 two-bedroom and 13 three-bedroom. Other features of the residential project include landscaped roof terraces, gr...
The city of Orlando is known for its amusement parks and attractions. However, so many of the city’s residents and tourists don’t see the daily acts performed by the city’s brave firefighters from Orlando Fire Department. Beyond running the typical daily calls that many departments run, the fire department also operate in the parks on technical rescue calls and to assist the park’s response teams with emergency medical incidents. Although, those technical rescue incident...
North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service has launched its new Community Risk Profile. The services it provides to the public need to be based on an assessment of current and future risks balanced with an understanding of the communities we serve and the places where they live and work. North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service takes into account the potential impact of the identified risks on the people who visit, live, and work in North Yorkshire and the City of York. Effective and efficient...
Recently, sprinklers have protected a school, a retirement housing block, and a 13 story residential building from fire. Yet again sprinklers are recorded as protecting the young, the elderly, and the vulnerable from fire thus providing society with the necessary resilience to the damaging forces of fire. Chip pan fire: Retirement Housing Bedfordshire and Luton Fire and Rescue Service were called to a chip pan fire in the first-floor kitchen of a residential block of 112 flats. A single conc...
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