Martinique Fire Industry News

Fire and EMS agencies who use Aladtec Scheduling and Workforce Management software and emsCharts management software can now save time and keystrokes with a new integration. This integration enables emsCharts to receive schedule information from Aladtec frequently, ensuring that staffing data is in sync with emsCharts’ crew information. Gloucester County (NJ) Emergency Medical Service has used Aladtec for its scheduling since 2007 and uses emsCharts for its pre-hospital information manag...

The wildfire season in 11 Western U.S. states has started out slower than last year, although deadly fires could still develop in the second half of the season, as they did last year. Meanwhile, wildfires in the Arctic have reached new levels, especially in Alaska and Siberia. Wildfires in the West killed 160 people and caused $40 billion in damage in the past two years, according to the National Centers for Environmental Information. The trend is toward larger fires burning more acres –...

Sirens will once again become a tool of Big Bear Fire Department to notify the public of emergency situations requiring action. This will be an additional way to notify the community in the event of an emergency. The first test will begin on Thursday, August 22, 2019 at 11:00 am with a 15 second siren blast. Tests will continue to run every month on the fourth Thursday at 11:00 am. During a true emergency, the full siren cycle will be run for three minutes. Radio frequency changes When the p...

The proposed system will be optimized for warehouses larger than 10000 sqm. With an average goods handling of more than 1000 pallets/day. Such warehouse scenarios require technological solutions that are reconfigurable, low-cost, flexible, as well as easily scalable concerning warehouse size, goods variety, and required spatial resolution for the pallet localization. Partners involved The five industrial partners involved in this project are:- Sofidel SpA- I.S.E. Ingegneria dei Sistemi elettro...

BAFSA has published an amended BIF 24 which reflects latest courses available and future plans. The most recent addition to BAFSA’s portfolio of direct and indirect course delivery are Fire Sprinkler Design Courses. BAFSA delivers sprinkler design courses across the UK. These can be for individuals who wish to sit the LPCB Examinations and Reviews, or to improve their knowledge of the principles of sprinkler design. Tailoring to the needs of companies Currently the suite of courses incl...

E811B responded to a vehicle fire in the interior compartment of a car. The fire was extinguished quickly and the engine returned to service. Later in the night, both Engine and Ambulance responded to a vehicle collision on I95 SB. Neither incident caused any injuries.  

The fire safety of a building is one of the most important responsibilities of business owners and building managers. However, maintaining the safety of employees and building occupants can be a tedious job when done alone; building managers and business owners need the help and cooperation of their employees and occupants. Furthermore, they may engage with a trusted and qualified company that offers comprehensive fire protection service Northern Territory. fire protection company  Choos...

One of the major aspects that should be considered in planning and preparing the building's fire protection system is choosing the best fire protection company to provide complete fire protection services. This means that a fire protection service company should be able to design, supply, install, and maintain the systems and equipment. Before hiring a company for the fire protection service in Salisbury, there are things to consider. design different options If users have existing fire...

Preparing a fire protection management plan and procuring the right fire protection system for the establishment can be a tedious job. However, these things should never be neglected or done half-baked. To be able to have a successful and effective fire protection management plan and fire protection systems, preparations must be done with thorough evaluation and consideration. fire protection company One of the most important things to consider is choosing the best fire protection company to...

In the event of a fire, saving lives is always the highest priority. Occupants of a building need to be alerted as early as possible, using alarm devices, so they can leave or be evacuated from the premises. It is a mandatory requirement for sounders to be used as an integral part of the fire detection and alarm system, as they are considered the most important element of all alarm devices. Visual Alarm Devices are used to supplement sounders, providing an effective means of alerting and evacua...

Dame Judith Hackett’s recommendations to the U.K. Government after the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017 were that the competence of the individuals working in the construction and life cycle of Higher Risk Residential Buildings (HRRBs) needs to improve and be clearer. Work had already started in many fire protection sectors to create fully recognized qualifications, and these help raise the benchmark. Improving fire safety training A force driving improvements in training is the Fire Industry...

Those responsible for the specification of products which go into new modern buildings have been asking for safe, approved cabling, which play a critical part in electrical supply systems. The number of fires in high-rise buildings in Europe and the Middle East have brought the issue of quality of products for fire performance circuits into sharp focus, not least the Grenfell disaster. Meanwhile, new buildings become increasingly complex, with the use of new materials and the designs of many r...

If a department has been hoping to buy a FLIR K-Series TIC that meets the NFPA standard, wait no longer. FLIR just recently released the brand new K65 TIC, compliant with NFPA 1801-2013, featuring 320 x 240 thermal resolution, FSXTM Flexible Scene Enhancement, in-camera video recording, and more.  FLIR K2 Also, if users have been looking for an economical approach to add more cameras to their thermal imaging arsenal or the most cost-effective way to start acquiring this essential firefig...

The Akron Brass Company, a longtime Darley Partner, is the global manufacturer of high-performance products, engineered and tested for superior fire suppression and emergency response needs. With a culture that thrives on challenges, Akron Brass, like Darley, continues to design and develop products and systems for those they care about most – the customers. safety equipment Akron Brass is committed to providing the best in safety equipment to help users Akron Brass is committed to pro...

HURST Jaws of Life® is raising the bar in industry performance for battery-powered combination tools, introducing the SC 758E2 with improved ratings, wider spreads and larger cutter openings. “We’re continually improving the power and performance of HURST Jaws of Life rescue tools to help first responders as they encounter increasingly demanding scenarios during extrications,’” said Bruce Johnston, director of marketing and product management. Powerful battery-power...

GMB, the union representing school staff, are shocked and concerned by figures recently released by the London Fire Brigade, that report that of all 57 fires in schools across the capital attended by the LFB in the past year, not one of the schools were fitted with sprinklers also known as Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS). GMB Supporting LFB Campaign GMB is supporting the LFB campaign to ensure all schools are fitted with sprinklers by urging GMB members to contact their local members...

New figures released show that no schools, which have had fires recently, had sprinklers fitted. This year alone, London Fire Brigade had attended 57 fires in schools in the capital and new figures released by the Brigade show that not a single school had an automatic fire suppression system (AFSS) fitted. The Brigade has long been calling for sprinklers to become a mandatory requirement in schools. In particular, they want sprinklers to be mandatory in all new school builds and for all schools...

GMB, the union representing school staff, are shocked and concerned by figures recently released by the London Fire Brigade, that report that of all 57 fires in schools across the capital attended by the LFB in the past year, not one of the schools were fitted with sprinklers also known as automatic fire suppression system (AFSS). GMB supports the LFB campaign to ensure all schools are fitted with sprinklers by urging GMB members to contact their local members of parliament and tell them they w...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced that it will display an extensive array of apparatus and new technology innovations during the International Association of Fire Chiefs’ (IAFC) Fire Rescue International (FRI) conference and expo on August 7-10, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia.   Located at booth #1503, visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the latest developments in fire apparatus, fire truck features, and technology that improv...

In the workplace, it is common to contact an electrician to do electrical services, especially when there are faulty switches and wiring or circuit breaker trips. Aside from these reasons, businesses are required to conform to work health safety regulations. Thus, electrical safety checks on the Sunshine Coast are done periodically. health safety regulations Unfortunately, this practice is not the same with their homes; home safety inspection is taken for granted despite numerous house fire i...

Are the fire protection systems compliant with Australian Standards and local codes? Have users had them tested and inspected recently? These things are often given the least importance and at times neglected. However, as a business owner or building manager, keeping the employees and building occupants safe and secure against the risk and dangers of fire is part of the long list of responsibilities. Having a comprehensive fire protection system should also include routine maintenance and testi...

Business owners and building managers have an extensive list of duties and responsibilities. One of them is maintaining and protecting the safety of their employees and building occupants from the risks and hazards of fire. This is one of the most crucial of all their obligations. Furthermore, businesses and buildings are required to comply with the rules and regulations set by national and local legislation. Because of the level of skills and technicality needed to stay compliant, it is best t...

Building on the recently released 65-bar Pilot Cylinder and to complement this existing solution, we are pleased to announce the release of a new high-capacity 125-bar version, where more system capability and higher operating pressure are required. Pilot Cylinders versions Using the highly trusted and proven DAB Solenoid Operated Valve, both Pilot Cylinders versions have been engineered to support new/existing CO2 and other fixed extinguishing systems. The pilot cylinders are supplied with a...

Three representatives from Aladtec, the provider of scheduling and workforce management software for public safety, will be part of APCO International’s Annual Conference & Expo. The conference is billed as a "must-attend" event for public safety communications officials, from frontline tele communicators to comm center managers to public safety communications equipment and services vendors. A conference highlight is expected to be an opening address by Bret Baier, Fox News political...

Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA), an industry body comprised of leaders, influencers and innovative organizations from all facets within the security, safety and surveillance industry will have a strong presence at the GSX 2019 (Global Security Exchange 2019) event, being represented in nearly a dozen member booths across the show floor. OSSA will celebrate its one-year anniversary while in Chicago and demonstrate the rapid progress underway as competing and complementary institutions...

The deployment of the optical fiber at POK’s Nogent-sur-Seine site in France has enabled the fire safety equipment major to increase their internet speed from around 30 Mbps to 200 Mbps. They notice a significant difference when using software, such as skype for video-conferencing with customers or teams abroad. Similarly, sending large files now works very well and efficiently, the company noted. Optical fiber transmission POK strongly encourages their neighboring organizations to equi...

Smoke alarms are a crucial component of safety in a home, as these fire-protection devices will automatically detect and alert users of the presence of smoke and can save a life in the event of a fire. When placed in the right location, the smoke alarm could additionally aid firefighters in quickly finding the fire in the home, allowing them to better focus their efforts. audio sound An audio sound is emitted when residential or commercial Smoke Alarms are activated, if no one is at the prope...

Installing a smoke alarm is one of the most sensible measures you can take to manage fire risk. Smoke alarms are a requirement under smoke alarm legislation QLD. This applies to new homes and all existing homes undergoing building work. Individuals who are sleeping don't smell smoke and are unlikely to wake up during a fire. The most practical way to ensure house occupants wake up and get to safety is to install smoke alarms. New smoke alarm legislation The new smoke alarm legislation affects...

The Viking Corporation, a global provider of fire protection and life safety systems, has announced several enhancements to its next-generation XT1 sprinkler platform. In addition to two new wrench types, Viking announced the availability of new, smaller sprinkler guards and water shields and an FM Approval for use of XT1 upright sprinklers on vacuum fire protection systems. Featuring a smaller profile and more compact design, the XT1 line of sprinkler guards and shields may be used with XT1 Mo...

ISSEE offers students from military, police, and civil agencies the opportunity to study for qualifications in Logistic Management with a range of courses aligned to UK MOD standards. Drawing on the lessons identified in over 50 years of operationally focused military logistic experience, ISSEE is pleased to offer bespoke training solutions to both military and commercial partners. Whether it is basic warehouse management or more complex logistic operational design ISSEE draws o...