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To help communities plan for the threats and hazards of climate change, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) released its updated Long-Term Community Resilience Exercise Resource Guide: Designing Whole Community Exercises to Prepare for the Effects of a Changing Climate PDF in November 2021. Increase preparedness As the impacts of climate change are being felt across the country, this resource offers communities low-risk and cost-effective ways to increase preparedness with: Tools...
"With the Frequentis product line ASGARD, which is specifically designed for use in fire brigade and industry control center in the German market, we offer a flexible, highly reliable software solution for safety-critical control center. ASGARD strengthens Frequentis' strong position in the German public safety market," says Frequentis CEO - Norbert Haslacher. Frequentis was awarded the contracts for the projects in the context of EU-wide tenders. Frequentis Germany will be responsible for the...
The new University of Science and Technology campus in Alexandra, Egypt, is now protected in case of fire by an AQUASYS high pressure water mist system. In addition to the fixed installed firefighting system, the design also includes a wall hydrant system for manual initial firefighting. The project was implemented together with the local partner. Good planning and close contact with Partners It was possible to establish intensive contact with the customer and all parties involved from the ve...
When public safety agencies, including police, fire, and ambulance, work together to meet the needs of a region, citizens are better protected, and a better quality of life for all is promoted. However, today’s public expectation demands agencies embrace digital transformation, for those partnerships to be effective and efficient and vitally, connected with the public they serve. This can involve the integration of operational systems, such as computer-aided dispatch (CAD) in a public saf...
The plenary session of ITU-T Study Group 20 was held online recently, with representatives from 40 countries attending the meeting. In the meeting, the draft Recommendation "Requirements and Reference functional model of IoT-based smart forest firefighting system" (Y.IoT-SFFS) led by Dahua Technology was given consent for a final review process leading to approval. It’s revealed on International Telecommunication Union (ITU) work program page that the Recommendation will go through the tr...
Softil, the world’s pioneering mission-critical communications (MCX) enabler, and Zetron, a global pioneer in integrated mission-critical communications technology jointly announce that Softil’s BEEHD MCX-enabling technology will be used by Zetron to expand the LTE Push-To-Talk (PTT) integration capabilities of its dispatch solutions. “Zetron has long been at the forefront of developing enterprise-class solutions for next-generation emergency call taking, dispatch, CAD, f...
The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has received today’s State of Fire report which focuses on the inspection of 12 services, published today by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services. According to Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector Sir Thomas Winsor: "The fire and rescue service (England) continues to be an enormous asset to our communities and the sector's response to the pandemic has been exemplary.” Complimented protection a...
UKAS is proud to announce that four of the UKAS Training Academy courses have been certified by the CPD Certification Service, as conforming to continual professional development principles. These courses are: Proficiency Testing ISO/IEC 17043:2010 Awareness Holistic Quality Management for the Healthcare Sector Internal Audit for Healthcare Point of Care Testing (PoCT) Awareness ISO 22870:2016 requirements of the assessment The UKAS Commercial Team and supporting trainers have worked...
As an organization invested in industry-led qualifications developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviors of individuals working within the fire safety sector, FireQual sees the development of a fire and security apprenticeship in Wales as a key step forward in demonstrating the importance of education and training within fire safety. FireQual Chair, Lewis Ramsay, commented on this latest development, "Since its inception, FireQual has been keen to not only provide a new generation of qualific...
As an organization invested in industry-led qualifications developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviors of individuals working within the fire safety sector, FireQual sees the development of a fire and security apprenticeship in Wales as a key step forward in demonstrating the importance of education and training within fire safety. Authority comment FireQual Chair, Lewis Ramsay, commented on this latest development, “Since its inception, FireQual has been keen to not only provide a n...
With Christmas just a few weeks away, many households and businesses will be putting up the traditional Christmas tree with its decorations, before switching on the lights. It’s a magical sight and one which all enjoy, but safety is paramount and Fire & Safety Solutions (FASS) would like to take a minute or two to highlight being safe this Christmas with tree lights. CE Marked Christmas tree lights FASS would like to specifically reiterate the imp...
AutroGuard is a new range of multi-criteria detectors from leading detector manufacturer Autronica. As part of the introduction of this exciting new range, Detector Testers were asked to support the design of a customized removal tool designed specifically for the AutroGuard range. Functional testing With the Solo and Testifire solutions already approved for functional testing of existing Autronica detector ranges, developing a customized removal tool to meet the needs of this new range conti...
The National Weather Service is warning that critical wildfire conditions are likely in the central and southern Plains through Wednesday, one of the most significant wildfire predictions in recent history for this time of year. The wildfire threat is fueled by strong winds, lots of dry fuel, low humidity, and temperatures above normal. The American Red Cross is preparing to respond if necessary and urges everyone to follow these safety steps. Wildfire safety Be prepared to evacuate at a mo...
Fire and Rescue Services across the country will once again be assisting with the national vaccination program, following the government’s push to offer everyone aged over 18 a booster jab by the end of the year. To date, almost half a million vaccinations have been given by fire and rescue service staff – and hundreds of thousands of hours spent on setting up centers and helping to run them. Fire and rescue service staff have been assisting with the vaccination...
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has released its Fifth U.S. Needs Assessment report, which found that while some fire department needs have declined, some unmet needs have remained constant, and many areas have increased need. This includes aging facilities and apparatus, a lack of behavioral health and safety programs, and challenges in providing training and certification for structural firefighting and other community needs. About the Needs Assessment report Published every...
Salomon announced a partnership with Twiceme Technology to integrate Twiceme into their helmets. The goal is to strengthen its position as a pioneering brand within innovation, with an expected product release in late 2022. Technology Can Help Increase User’s Safety and Product Value It’s yet another verification that the industry is moving towards more innovative equipment to increase safety on the slopes. In this article, they’ll learn What is Twiceme? ...
Hempel announces a new Executive Group Management to lead its growth journey to double Hempel by 2025. In a new company structure, the organization will be able to get even closer to its customers. “I’m thrilled to announce today’s changes,” said Lars Petersson, Group President & CEO. “My new leadership team will lead a new way of working at Hempel - we have organized our business in an even more customer-focused structure, which will unleash potential and ener...
Education is the future and requires top performance. G-TEC, as a globally renowned specialist in the planning of technical building equipment, defines this claim for itself as follows: ‘Innovative building concepts that meet user requirements over the entire service life are indispensable’. G-TEC’s new school center projects Two large school projects currently planned by G-TEC in Weinheim and Heilbronn show how energy efficiency can be consistently implemented for the best p...
NEOGEN Corporation and 3M announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which 3M will separate its Food Safety business and simultaneously combine it with NEOGEN in a transaction that is intended to be tax-efficient to 3M and its shareholders for U.S. federal and income tax purposes. The combination will create an innovative pioneer in the food safety sector with a comprehensive product range and a strategic focus on the category's long-term growth opportunities. Tra...
PHF Firework closely with UK Fire Alarm Manufacturers and have managed to build some great working relationships within the industry. It works closely with a small number of Fire Alarm Manufacturers in the UK that over the years have provided both reliable products accompanied with a high standard of support from sales through to technical support. UK Manufacturers for Fire Alarm Detectors PHF mainly uses the following manufacturers for fire alarm detection equipment. The following manufactur...
FirePro participated in the three-day Fire India Exhibition, held between 2nd and 4th December at the India Expo Center in New Delhi, India. Considered to be the foremost trade show in India’s fire and safety industry, this year’s exhibition was the 15th edition over a 25 year period. The exhibition, which is now MSME approved, attracts fire equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers, who come together to showcase a range of fire engineering products, appliances, and...
Lewis Ramsay, Caretaker Manager/Board Member – BAFE, said, "BAFE fully supports any developments in helping younger people enter the fire and security sector. It is crucial the right skills, knowledge, expertise, and behavior are instilled from day one of working with life safety processes and systems." He adds, "We encourage all BAFE registered organizations based in Wales to complete this survey to establish evidence of employer interest to develop this further." specialist apprentices...
In the latest episode of Assembly Point, Howard Passey, director of operations at the FPA, Dennis Davis, executive officer at the Fire Sector Federation, Adrian Dobson, secretary of the RIBA EAG, and Peter Caplehorn, CEO at the Construction Products Association look back at the key milestones and turning points in fire safety in the UK, as well as looking ahead to the next 75 years. Episode 10 of the podcast marks the 75th anniversary of the FPA and began with a look back at significant...
"BAFE fully supports any developments in helping younger people enter the fire and security sector. It is crucial the right skills, knowledge, expertise, and behavior are instilled from day one of working with life safety processes and systems." "We encourage all BAFE registered organizations based in Wales to complete this survey to establish evidence of employer interest to develop this further," said Lewis Ramsay, Caretaker Manager/Board Member – BAFE. specialist apprenticeships...
The Fire Brigade of Stockholm, the capital of Sweden and the most populated area in Scandinavia, has ordered a new aerial platform. Stockholm’s new unit will be a Bronto Skylift F37RLX, a 37-meter aerial ladder platform, which will bring versatility to the challenging firefighting scenarios in the urban area. Features The aerial is mounted onto a Scania P410 6×2*4 chassis and has a total weight of about 22,300 kg. The total length is just over 10 meters and there is no front overh...
Women in Fire was established in the early 1980s. The active organization hosts a yearly conference and provides best-practice resources on topics such as fire station design and maternity policies. A mentoring program includes an application process for those wishing to be a mentor or a mentee, and a matchmaking program enables mentoring participants to align their career paths and choose someone whom they can relate to. The organization’s latest international conference in Spokane, Was...
Trends, such as social distancing and breakdowns in group interactions are changing the emergency response needs in Suffolk County, New York, and other communities around the world. In the new normal, there are also fewer opportunities to identify someone, who might need mental health services or be in crisis. Residents are more likely to push aside signs of anxiety and depression, until they become more severe. Suffolk County affected by COVID-19 Suffolk County was an epicenter of the COVID-1...
Bosch Building Technologies completed the full acquisition of Protec Fire and Security Group Ltd. on November 30, 2021. Before this, the relevant antitrust authorities had approved corresponding applications. The corresponding agreements were signed on October 22 of this year. With the acquisition of Protec, one of the UK's systems integrators for security and fire detection technology with an innovative product portfolio, Bosch Building Technologies is strengthening its European business. Prot...
Following a successful introduction of the event in 2020, the Fike Technology Day is back for 2022. Detector Teters recently confirmed the attendance along with 13 other exhibitors – all of whom will be sharing their latest solutions designed to bring unique benefits to the fire industry. Event Schedule The day is free to attend and will take place at the Silverstone race circuit in Northampton. As well as the exhibition, the day will also feature several seminars and presentations led...
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) announced the winners of the 2021 Passive Fire Protection Awards, at the Association’s Awards Lunch at the Edwardian Hotel in Manchester on 26 November 2021. Broadcaster, naturalist, and marine biologist Monty Hall presented awards to the winners in six categories, each recognizing excellence within the passive fire protection industry. ASFP Installation of the Year Award The winner of the ASFP Installation of th...
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