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South Yorkshire’s fire service has become the first in the country to test the connectivity from its control room to a new national network which will transform the way emergency services operate. ESN critical communications South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue is a pioneer organization for the new Emergency Services Network (ESN) critical communications system and worked with the Home Office on approval for its Systel mobilizing system- the software it uses to send fire engines to emergenc...

West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service has been awarded a grant from the Regulators’ Pioneer Fund. This is a new funding pot encouraging the creation of a UK regulatory environment that supports innovation and growth. Teaming up with the National Fire Chiefs Council, the University of Northampton, and Eyecademy Ltd, the West Sussex-led project will deliver a new web-based fire risk assessment tool. The interactive tool will improve users' understanding of fire safety. fire risk assessment...

FireQual is developing a qualification that will look to provide the underpinning knowledge and the skills required by those who work within the area of fire door installation. In addition, reflecting on the core messages of the reports, Building a Safer Future – Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety (May 2018) and Setting the Bar (2020), FireQual will be looking at how core practical competencies of individuals can be accurately and consistently assessed. FireQual t...

Amid a tumultuous time for the healthcare industry due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the top 25 health insurance companies remained in tight competition when it came to member satisfaction, according to new research released by Verint®, The Customer Engagement Company™. The range for satisfaction (SAT) scores from highest to lowest was just under nine points out of a possible 100, suggesting that all the top 25 health insurers are highly competitive, according to the Verint Experie...

The Fire Safety Event, held at Birmingham’s NEC, saw a welcome return of exhibitions for the fire industry. After 18 months without a trade show, it was fantastic to be out meeting people again and, judging by the numbers in attendance, it was an event the industry was definitely ready for. event review The event featured more exhibitors than ever before and a comprehensive program of seminars.  Visitors to the Detector testers stand were able to experience the latest in testing te...

On Tuesday, October 5, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will host Keeping Hazardous Environments Safe, a conference for those who work in industrial settings, the chemical and petrochemical sectors, emergency management, plant operations, occupational health and safety, code enforcement, the fire service, and the energy field. The one-day program will feature educational sessions, industry roundtable discussions, networking opportunities, live chat exchanges, sponsor demonstratio...

Thermal imaging is an advantageous tool for firefighters on the frontline. As thermal cameras have become more compact and affordable, their availability has expanded, along with their usefulness. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: How does thermal imaging serve the needs of firefighters and how is it changing?  

“Luckily, today fire safety is a topic not only experts and constructors, but also the end-consumer is interested in,” said Marc Husband, Purchasing Director at Leader Doors, one of the UK’s renowned door manufacturers and retailers. Over the last few years, there have been many changes in building regulations for flats, apartments and offices for fire safety. Any building with more than three floors needs to be equipped with FD30 rated 30-Minute-Fire-Doors, to ensure that in t...

Global safety equipment manufacturer, MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA safety) has opened the doors of a new 20,000 square-foot manufacturing facility in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, USA. Celebrated this morning with a formal ribbon-cutting event, the building opening establishes MSA Safety’s Cranberry Township campus as global center of excellence for gas detection technology. Cranberry Township Manufacturing Facility The single-story manufacturing facility, which is located next to M...

Following the successful 2014 launch of the AirCore TAF35 firefighting robot and the 2020 launch of the TAF60 firefighting robot, Magirus is now taking the logical next step in the field of robotics, remote-controlled firefighting, and emergency vehicles. Wolf R1 tactical robot The company’s new Wolf R1 tactical robot has been specially developed to meet the significantly increased requirements of complex, high-rise firefighting and rescue operations. It combines performance and multi-fu...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced that it has completed the purchase of an ownership interest in Boise Mobile Equipment (BME). This investment will facilitate greater collaboration between Pierce and BME within the wildland market. Furthermore, Pierce will support BME as the business moves from a factory-direct model to an independent dealer distribution model, with a focus on the West Coast, which will provide new and existing BME customers with comprehensive...

Fires have devastating consequences, not just posing a threat to property, but also to human life. Fires can also have detrimental impacts on the environment, with one of the largest associated environmental issues being water runoff occurring from tackling the fire. What is Fire Water Runoff? - Water is widely used to extinguish fire, thanks to its accessibility and effectiveness. Typically, water isn’t hazardous and doesn’t pose any threats, however, it can easily become contamin...

The field service industry works a lot like a machine: several moving parts all rely on one another to accomplish a successful outcome. When one of these moving parts fails, it has the potential to shut down the entire system. As such, comprehensive management solutions are essential to maintaining a field service business.  So why do most field service management software systems only address one part of the business? Professionals in this industry often have to choose between softwa...

East of England Ambulance Service (EEAST) is supporting the World Health Organisation's (WHO) global event, World Patient Safety Day. EEAST has been celebrating World Patient Safety, which will be culminating in World Patient Safety Day, held on the 17th of September. The 2021-2022 goal is 'Safe maternal and newborn care'. World Patient Safety Day The company's website has a dedicated page that focuses on, what to expect when calling 999 for pregnancy or childbirth. EEAST has been sharing lot...

East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) and West Suffolk College are working together to broaden the scope of the Health and Social Care course, with the aim of attracting more students.   A six-week taster module has been designed by EEAST staff for the Health and Social Care course, which starts on the 23rd September, 2021, in order to offer both skills and an insight into career development opportunities in the ambulance service. EEAST course covering ambulance service...

Choosing the right oxygen sensor for the gas analysis application is imperative. With multiple configurations to choose from, paired with the right technology, and ensuring proper use with gases or liquids; it can be a confusing process. Bacharach’s Gas Analysis Experts compiled this article to help users make the right decision based on their needs.  Sensing technology Sensing technology, by far, is a factor when choosing the right oxygen sensor. They can be separated based on the...

Monday 13th September marked the beginning of a new chapter for the latest recruits. It was a pleasure to welcome them to The Towers Hotel in Swansea, to see them embark on their new and exciting journey towards becoming Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Firefighters.  Thirty recruits face an intensive 14-week course across 3 different locations, this course will be delivered by the Training Delivery Team, who will offer guidance and support every step of the way.  Tr...

Abbot Fire Group is once again supporting Fire Door Safety Week which highlights the importance fire doors play in fire safety precautions. Running 20th – 26th September, the week is  championed by the British Woodworking Federation. It aims to raise awareness of the crucial role fires doors play. It also aims to educate how to spot signs of wear and tear which could compromise the effectiveness of a fire door.

Federal Fire Fighters of Hawaii Local F-263 and Hawaiian Islands Local 1463 members have a special way of remembering the ultimate sacrifice made by the 343 members of the Uniformed Firefighters Association (UFA) Local 94 and the Unformed Fire Officers Association (UFOA) on 9/11. The Hawaii members climb the stairs to the top of the Koko Head Crater, some 1,048 steps, in full turnout gear. “Because every firefighter is like family to us, we take our pledge to never forget to heart,”...

Commercial properties left vacant or unattended throughout the pandemic are likely to have deteriorated over time, creating increasingly hazardous environments. As many businesses are now welcoming staff and visitors back into their facilities, safety has never been so important. Recent data has revealed that, despite a decline in fatal fire-related incidents since 2011, there has been an increase in incidents attended, proving that many properties still don’t have the correct fire safety...

Recently launched the new range of designer surgical face masks which are BIS Class 2 certified, that offer the highest level of protection. Available in a wide range of assorted and solid colors, the designer surgical masks come with several features. Here are some of its salient features. Salient Features of Mallcom’s Designer Surgical Face Masks  BIS Class 2 Certified  Designer surgical face masks are BIS Class 2 certified. As per BIS 16289 standard Class 2 is giv...

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) has come out with one of the best scores from 13 other fire and rescue services in the first tranche of the Government’s second round of inspections for fire and rescue services. Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabularies and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has assessed the Service as Good across the three main pillars of efficiency, effectiveness and how it looks after its people.   The inspection took place in April just aft...

Cambridge fire station welcomed visitors to the station as part of Open Cambridge on Friday, September 10th, 2021. The city’s fire station, on Parkside Place, took part in the longstanding event along with many other venues across the city Due to precautions taken in response to the pandemic, the station itself remained closed, but the fire engines were parked outside and staff was on-hand to welcome visitors. The event During the event, members of the public could meet firefighters, lo...

The former post office building in Lübecker Straße in Berlin was changed into a modern office in the progress of a renovation and equipped with an AQUASYS high-pressure water mist (HPWM) system. The AQUASYS system excellently fulfilled the requirements of the fire protection concept with the following advantages. AQUASYS HPWM systems consist of small pipelines, compact valves, and the lower water supply offers the possibilities of customized nozzle concepts. This allows architects ma...

While studies show that it is likely that a second burglary can occur after an initial break-in, many people are slow to act in securing their home, after a burglary. This leaves opportunities open for the intruder to return with much more knowledge about the property. The intruder will already know easy entrance and exit points, the floor plan and if they are smart enough, they will wait until all the things that have originally been taken are replaced. The replacement of these stolen items wi...

‘Project EDWARD – Every Day Without a Road Death’ campaign is running until September 17, 2021 and is backed by the UK government, the emergency services, highway authorities and road safety organizations. The long-term objective of the Project EDWARD’ campaign, which includes a number of UK-wide awareness-raising events, is a road traffic system that is free from death and serious injury. Key role in the fight against road deaths With its range of road safety and host...

‘Fire weather’ is the combination of weather and environmental factors that determines the potential spread of a wildfire. Typically, the main concerns are wind, temperature, and moisture. Lightning is also critical as it is a semi-forecastable parameter. Typically, bigger fires need low moisture, high temperatures, and high winds. Too much moisture and fuels (grass and trees) won’t burn. If the winds are too weak, the fire becomes easily contained and unable to create spot f...

Project Name: Fire Main Works Heathrow Project Title: East Base Valve B3 Re-location Completion Date: June 2021 Address: British Airways, Hatton Cross, Heathrow Airport, Middlesex Contractor: Adenstar Developments End Client: British Airways Products: 600mm and 400mm ductile iron fabricated pipes, fittings, gate valves, dismantling joints, couplings, flanged adaptors, and joint sets Products Supplier: Hambaker Pipelines Manchester Project Overview Hambaker Pipelines can supply FM approv...

Oshkosh Airport Products, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation Company, announced the next stops in the 2021 Road Rally featuring the revolutionary new Striker® Volterra™ ARFF hybrid electric vehicle (HEV). After the completion of stops along the Western Coast of the U.S., the Road Rally now sets off for locations in the Central and Southeast regions of the country. The events offer aircraft rescue and fire fighting crews at airports a hands-on and immersive experience to learn about the new...

Masimo announced the CE marking and commercial launch in Europe of the single-patient-use adhesive rainbow® SuperSensor™, compatible for use with both Masimo and third-party monitors with Masimo rainbow® technology inside. In an industry first, the comprehensive, convenient, and multi-purpose SuperSensor uses 12 LEDs to simultaneously offer 12 blood constituent parameters noninvasively and continuously: SET® oxygen saturation (SpO2), total hemoglobin, SpHb®, carboxyhemoglo...