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Child Care Fire Fighting Equipment Training Guide By FCF

When talking about the roles of child care workers, it is a given that they are solely responsible for the child’s development, ensuring they get exposure to the best learning environment in their first few years. However, it seems that educating them in Child Care Fire Fighting Equipment isn’t the only responsibility there is. Talk about fire safety and emergency training courses, day care staff now take further steps aimed towards a child’s development. Why should child car...

FCF's Guide To Child Care Center Fire Evacuation

A Child Care Center Fire Evacuation plan is important in ensuring quick response to emergencies and the safety of children. The importance of planning lies in the ability to manage time, while evacuating to safety in any given scenario. Establishing an emergency management plan is a matter of identifying risks and exit routes, delegating tasks to specific people, and executing them as planned. In this stage, get to know how Child Care Center Fire Evacuation procedures in child care centers adop...

FCF Highlights The Need For Emergency Evacuation Plans For Childcare Centers

A Childcare Centers Fire Drill procedure in childcare centers serves as life support during emergencies. It is the fundamental basis for order and maximum safety in any fire incident. With that said, building managers and safety officers are urged to create an emergency evacuation plan as a guide to all the staff and children. If venturing into safety practices or looking towards improving the existing plan, here is a basic guide for day care centers. Childcare Centers Fire Drill Procedures C...

Cambridgeshire Fire And Rescue Service Issues Some Safety Advice After Cup Heater Involved In Accidental Death

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) has issued some safety advice after a coroner recorded a verdict of accidental death following a fire involving a cup heater at the home of 61-year-old Julie Milne in March, Fenland, in 2017. CFRS carried out a fire investigation following the fire at the bungalow of Ms. Milne on June 6, 2017. At an inquest into Ms. Milnes’s death, Senior Coroner for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, David Heming said a significant contributing factor was smoke...

GearGrid Announces The Release Of Their Newest Hose Drying Product, GearCart With Hose Dryer Attachment

The GearCart with Hose Dryer Attachment is GearGrid’s newest addition to their line of hose drying solutions. Built to stand up to the robust demands of firefighters, the GearCart unit makes the perfect fire equipment addition to any fire station. The innovative GearCart solution allows hose to be looped through the attachments, which provides for a quick and convenient drying process. At 75” wide, the system allows fire departments to dry hose within a limited amount of space. Gea...

GearGrid Announces Continued Support And Confirms The Company’s Presence At The 2019 Station Design Conference

GearGrid is pleased to announce their continued support and attendance of the 2019 Station Design Conference, at its new location in Rosemont, Illinois, at the Crowne Plaze Chicago – O’Hare Hotel. As a Founding Partner of the conference, since it started in 2014, GearGrid believes the information provided during the conference is incredibly valuable to those in the fire industry, who are involved in the station design process. 2019 Station Design Conference GearGrid looks forward...

Fike's PROINERT® Provides State-Of-The-Art Fire Protection For Agriculture Company

Established in 1975, Melvin Weaver & Sons has provided crop protection products for the agriculture industry for over 40 years. The company’s steady growth throughout these years generated the need for additional space at their Lancaster, PA-based facility. In summer 2014, Melvin Weaver began planning the construction of a 16,800-square-foot addition to its warehouse. Having a long-time relationship with Kint Fire Protection, Melvin Weaver turned to Kint to explore fire suppression sy...

Dräger Announces The Launch X-plore 1900 Particle Filtering Face Pieces Optimal For Virtually Any Face

The new Dräger X-plore 1900 is a high-performance, single-use dust mask for protection against fine dust and particles. It is available in two sizes, combining ease of use, exceptional comfort and optimal fit. The Coolsafe filter material combines high filtration efficiency with low breathing resistance, allowing the user to work easily and without tiring for long periods of time. It is available in the three EN protection classes, which are easily recognizable through their color coding (...

Rave Mobile Safety Enhances Partnership With Communities In Arkansas To Improve Public Safety Response

Rave Mobile Safety (Rave), the globally renowned provider of critical communication and data platform solutions trusted to save lives, is continuing its successful partnership with communities in the US state of Arkansas, to support and improve response during emergencies. Statewide safety initiatives From record Smart911 interactions statewide to the life-saving role that Rave Panic Button has played in schools, Arkansas public safety is utilizing a number of technologies to assist with its s...

Streamlight Announces Portable Scene Light II With Versatile Steel Frame And 360° Rotating Head

Streamlight® Inc., a provider of high-performance lighting tools, launched the groundbreaking Portable Scene Light II, a 10,000-lumen rechargeable, waterproof scene light featuring a versatile steel frame and 360° rotating head for precise aiming. With zero deployment time, the Portable Scene Light II requires no set up and is easily used in rapid response situations. The hooked feet of the light are designed to hang on doors, framing and guard rails. The innovative frame can be stacked...

Marioff HI-FOG Solution Protects Cultural Treasures From Fire For Future Generations

A fire in a historical building can have serious consequences. Even a harmless fire can grow out of control in minutes, unless it is immediately suppressed. With a fire protection system, damage and downtime can be minimized. Marioff has more than 20 years of experience in protecting cultural heritage buildings and the valuables therein with its HI-FOG solution. HI-FOG protects wooden churches, museums, libraries and art galleries. Two examples of such heritage buildings protected by HI-FOG ar...

NFPA Standards Council Approves Plan To Consolidate Emergency Response And Responder Safety Standards Into 38 Key Documents

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards Council approved a plan to consolidate the information currently contained in 114 NFPA Emergency Response and Responder Safety (ERRS) standards, guides, and recommended practices into 38 overarching standards. The move will not only provide emergency responders with easier access to well-rounded safety information, but also improve the standards development experience for more than 2,000 principle and alternative NFPA Technical Committee...

HAIX Releases Black Police Boots For Traction And Comfort

Black police shoes and boots must be able to withstand a wide range of weather and surface conditions, including rain, moisture, ice, and extreme heat. The high-quality black police boots at HAIX® are strong and durable in cold, warm, dry, and wet weather conditions. Specifically, the duty and tactical collections provide outstanding characteristics that help law enforcement professionals perform their duties with comfort and confidence. The GORE-TEX® membrane in some of the boots help...

HAIX Launches Tactical Law Enforcement Boots For Reliable Performance

HAIX® offers a selection of SWAT tactical law enforcement boots that consist of several features that are essential for police and law enforcement professionals conducting dangerous tactical operations. These law enforcement boots are designed to assist the officer with quick, athletic movements. In addition, they enable silent and swift, stealth-like capabilities. They are also waterproof and durable. The Selection of Police & Law Enforcement Tactical Boots Includes: HAIX® Bl...

HAIX Reveals High Quality Men’s Logger Boots For The Traction And Durability

Logger Boots are a specific type of work boot designed to offer comfort and protection when traversing the demanding environments experienced by loggers. This means that they are also a great fit for many other professions and activities that need similar capabilities. For those who spend all day on their feet in need of comfortable, yet sturdy footwear, these boots can easily meet such requirements. When it comes to men’s logger boots, maneuverability, traction, and comfort are important...

ARA Security Celebrates Staff Longevity

For the third consecutive year, ARA Security celebrated the anniversary milestones of its long-service staff members. The ARA Security team spans over 9 locations across Australia and New Zealand, including NSW, VIC, SA, QLD, and the ACT. In the last half of 2018, several celebrations were held in recognition of the hard work and longevity of ARA Security staff that have been with the team for at least 5 years. celebrating the team As the Managing Director of ARA Security, Tony Franov is...

PACCAR Names Preston Feight As Chief Executive Officer And Board Member

PACCAR Inc announced that its Board of Directors has elected Preston Feight as chief executive officer (CEO) effective July 1, 2019. Mr. Feight was also elected as a member of the Board of Directors, effective on the same date. Preston Feight is currently executive vice president of PACCAR and succeeds Ron Armstrong who has served as the company's chief executive officer since April 2014. Ron Armstrong will retire from the company and the Board on June 30, 2019. Mark Pigott remains as executive...

NFPA And Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition Partner On Fire Sprinkler Initiative To Address USA’s Rising Home Fire Cases

Home fires claim the lives of seven people every day in the United States of America. Home fire sprinklers can help eliminate these tragedies, but legislative barriers and a general unawareness of this technology have prevented its widespread use in new homes. America’s fire service and safety advocates should be able to take action in unison, so as to raise national awareness of a fire sprinkler’s life-saving ability. Fire Sprinkler Initiative Fire Sprinkler Initiative, a collabo...

Checkmate Fire Set To Showcase Their Fire Protection Products At FIREX International 2019

Checkmate Fire will be showcasing their full range of passive fire protection products and services at FIREX International 2019 at the ExCeL London, from 18 – 20 June. FIREX is the only event that connects the global fire and security markets, and gives fire and security professionals access to the very latest technology from suppliers from around the world, as well as the essential knowledge to ensure life safety. Checkmate Fire can be visited at Stand FX325, where their third party cert...

Rosenbauer Launches New Two-Colored Protective Suit FIRE FLEX On The Market

Based on decades of experience and intensive customer surveys, Rosenbauer is launching a new protective suit on the market. Two-colored, either black-blue with red or gold yoke color or gold with brown yoke color; this is the refreshingly new design of the FIRE FLEX protective suit. The outer material is available as either Nomex NXT or X55 with PBI. Both fabrics are already in use in the FIRE MAX 3 and have proven to be exceptionally effective to protect against heat, flames, and mechanical ha...

How To Optimize Your Water Shuttle Performance In Firefighting

Water is key to any firefighting operation. Being able to secure an adequate water supply is critical a critical skill for all fire departments. One of the most challenging scenarios to secure a water supply in is when there is no municipal water supply, or it is lacking in volume and flow. When fires occur in these areas, the only alternative is to shuttle water from the nearest municipal supply or a static body of water. To get the highest flow possible, departments must train on shuttle set...

REV Group, Inc. And Road America Pay Tribute To First Responders At NTT IndyCar Series REV Group Grand Prix 2019

REV Group, Inc., a Milwaukee-based manufacturer of industry renowned specialty vehicle brands, along with Road America, have teamed up to pay tribute to first responders at the inaugural NTT IndyCar series REV Group Grand Prix June 20-23, 2019. Tribute to first responders As part of the tribute, all active-duty first responders will receive free entry to the REV Group Grand Prix during the entire weekend of activities including the NTT IndyCar feature race. Additionally, REV Group and Road Ame...

Fire Equipment Placement & Emergency Evacuation Plan

Because disasters and emergencies can happen at any time, users as well as employees have to be ready for immediate and appropriate evacuation as the emergency dictates.  Employers are actually in charge of ensuring the safety of everybody in their workplace especially during emergencies like a fire. Seconds count in an urgent situation, so having Fire Emergency Diagrams in position and understood before one occurs is a crucial step in creating a secure work environment. Fire emergen...

Fire Training For Commercial Builders' Safety

Fire safety on the construction site is an issue commercial builders face in their construction sites, as a result of the storage of building materials, accumulation of dust, and use of equipment that could produce sparks. Because of this, fire training courses for construction fires can help employees keep their workplace safe. Commercial Builders Fire safety training teaches the staff how to prevent fires. If the staff are aware of the best ways to prevent fires, they can contribute significa...

FCF Explains How Fire Prevention Should Be Taught To Students

Educating and preparing students for a fire emergency should not be the only priority, but also educating them on fire prevention. A lot of students do not know how to respond to fires, and might even hide from them, without getting out to safety. But if trained to basic fire safety and how to respond in the event of a fire, they will be able to protect themselves. Teaching them fire prevention, fire safety skills and specific strategies for emergency situations can help keep them safe. It&rsqu...

FCF Offers Essential Home Fire Safety Tips To Save Lives

When it comes to fires, the wrong split-second decision can get residents in a life-threatening situation. Mentioned below are some of the most common mistakes people make in the event of a fire and tips on how to avoid them. Remembering and applying these tips could help in escaping from a potentially life-threatening situation. These basic home fire safety tips are not exhaustive, but give a good foundation for fire safety for the family. Also, remember that for professional advice contact th...

FCF Highlights Boosting Safety Awareness With Fire Drills

It is vital to have emergency response plans in the workplace that ensure all employees can get out of the building safely. Employees and employers have a number of things they need to make sure they know to be prepared for and properly deal with a fire at work. This is why there are Fire Drills. Preparation is the key to an effective response to workplace fires. Fire drills and training help prepare employees to respond quickly, calmly, and safely. Fire drills play a very important role in wor...

HURST Jaws Of Life® Installs New Manufacturing Machines At Shelby Plant

HURST Jaws of Life® has added two new manufacturing machines to its Shelby plant, adding efficiency and quality control to the company’s manufacturing operations for HURST Jaws of Life rescue tools. The facility enhancements include a DMG MORI multi-axis machining center and a DMG MORI horizontal machining center. Both machines operate overnight unattended, increasing overall tool production while enhancing the facility’s ability to control the quality of tool components....

HURST Jaws Of Life® Introduces Industry’s First Watertight Battery-Powered Extrication Tool Line

Continuing in its tradition of firsts, HURST Jaws of Life® has launched the industry’s first watertight battery-powered extrication tool line, the HURST Jaws of Life eDRAULIC® EWXT. The company’s EWXT water-resistant casing debuts in three tools, which also feature a new brushless motor for greater efficiency and a longer run time. “The launch of the HURST Jaws of Life eDRAULIC EWXT battery-powered watertight tool line provides the industry with another...

Five Things That Everyone Needs To Know About The 2019 Edition Of NFPA 72

It’s been three years since the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) published the most recent edition of the wide-ranging standard that spans 'the application, installation, location, performance, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems, fire warning equipment and emergency warning equipment, and their components'. Since then, thousands of volunteers have contributed ideas and recommendations, the technical committee has debated the changes, and the final text h...

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