Fire Industry News for March 2024

No matter the kind of work to be accomplished, it always involves the use of hands. In sports, such as cricket, where the batsman and the wicketkeepers are wearing gloves, or goalkeepers in football or hockey, the need for gloves remains relevant. Coming to heavy-duty industries, the work that the factory personnel do often entails many risks. In addition, such work needs a certain extent of deftness and precision. This is because industry workers oftentimes deal with delicate machinery or oper...

The European standard used to evaluate mechanical risks for hand protection is EN 388. NBR Gloves such as the foamy flex M35NBV seamless nitrile gloves have an EN 388 rating of 4131X. EN 388-rated NBR gloves undergo independent testing and are evaluated for resistance to abrasion, cuts, tears, and punctures. All these other physical performance variables are scored 1-4, while cut resistance is rated 1–5. To test for cut resistance, the EN 388 standard solely utilized the “Coup Test&...

Megan Jenkins has recently joined as a Recruitment Consultant in the Zitko Contracting team. With nine years of recruitment experience under her belt, Megan is joining Zitko from a role in the healthcare sector, where she began as an Administrator and progressed all the way to a Senior Recruitment Consultant. Now fully immersed in her new role, Megan is looking forward to learning a completely different industry by getting to speak to a vast range of candidates each day and the variation that w...

Helmets are essential and required on practically all construction, mining, and industrial sites. They are the most frequent and fundamental type of PPE. What is the composition of a safety helmet? A safety helmet is made up of three parts: The cover (outer section): It protects the head from impact. The harness: It provides shock absorption. The chinstrap: The helmet is held firmly on the head by the chinstrap, which is an adjustable strap beneath the chin. Jasper – A lightweight s...

BS7858 is a British Standard instituted by the BSI for the screening of individuals wanting to be employed in the security sector, or in roles where screenings are necessary for the safety and reassurance of the public, such as IT or banking. The screening provides employers with peace of mind that their hires are suitable and possess the integrity required to carry out such important roles. This in turn ensures trust between employer and employee and prevents any humiliating incidents that mig...

Chubb, the UK’s major provider of fire safety and security solutions, is proud to launch an accelerated development program, designed to attract and train new industry entrants, in partnership with Zitko Talent, the world’s renowned recruitment agency for the Fire and Security industry. certified product training The accelerated development program will last approximately 18 weeks, starting with alternating blocks of technical training, field experience, and manufacturer-led certif...

Zitko Group has dedicated July to focusing on and improving the EDI policies, specifically regarding mental health and disability awareness. The pandemic caused a shift in society’s perception of individual needs and, as the effects from the disruption are still being felt, the need for empathy and special considerations is greater than ever. This need rightfully extends to the treatment of staff by management. Unprecedented upheaval The unprecedented upheaval of the last few years has...

Zitko Group has announced several changes to its leadership team as it looks to continue its growth plan into 2023 and beyond. As of 1 June 2022, Phil West, Director of Technical Division, no longer works for Zitko. Dave Geddes, Director of the Sales Division, is the Commercial Director, while Tim Ward, Head of International, takes on the new role of Client Services Director. provider of talent solutions These changes will see the leadership team continue working to achieve the Group’s...

Protective gear is imperative in hazardous work environments. Unsafe work environments can range from greasy, slippery, or wet floors to uneven gravel. Safety shoes that abide by safety regulations are a must for workers working in heavy-duty industries such as construction, mining, and metallurgy. Such shoes are adequately sturdy to withstand the wrath of biting conditions and sustain the everyday hustle.   Lifestyle safety shoes The Switch From Safety To Lifestyle Safety: Striki...

Armed Forces Day has always been an event observed by Zitko Group as an occasion in which they can show their gratitude to the sacrifices made by Britain’s brave servicemen and women, past and present. However, Armed Forces Day has recently started to hold more significance for the company since the conception of Zitko’s training solution, Talent. Next steps in life Talent is a program that aims to solve the engineering shortage in the fire and security industry Talent is a progr...

Puncture-resistant safety shoes are a crucial line of defense against workplace hazards. Some of these common hazards entail the risk of objects falling on or coming under the worker’s feet or sharp objects that could pierce the shoe’s outsole. Sharp objects like screws, spikes, sharp scrap metal, or other nuisances like rusty nails can pose a threat to workers’ feet in hazardous industries. Moreover, it can deposit bacteria and debris deep into the tissues, which may result i...

The first severe forest fires of this summer in some southern countries, but also in Germany, are a clear indication of the explosive development in vegetation fires, according to the vegetation fire expert in the Association for the Promotion of German Fire Protection (vfdb), Dr. Ulrich Cimolino. Just recently - as several times in previous years - the Spanish tourist stronghold Costa del Sol was affected. There, more than 3000 people, including many tourists, had to be brought to safety. the...

Zitko is delighted to welcome Eagle Eye Networks, the world’s major smart video surveillance company, to the Zitko Talent program. It gives trainees insider access to Eagle Eye Networks' renowned product training and technology workshops, covering key digital concepts, such as CCTV systems integration and networking, video analytics and AI, and the deployment of cloud/VSaaS solutions. From the conversations with employers, they know this is good news. Many have large numbers of experience...

People often get confused about flame-resistant clothing being fireproof. Well, they are, however, they are not exactly fireproof, the fabrics used to make the fire-resistant garments have the ability to self-extinguish the fire. First things first, let them begin with what is the difference between flame retardant vs fire resistant clothing? FR has two distinct meanings as it relates to protective clothing, and they’re far from interchangeable. FR can be: Flame Retardant: A chemical t...

Safety is the basic right of every worker and every employer must provide all the safety protection to its employees. The importance of safety becomes all the more imperative for the workforce operating in risky sectors like construction, the oil and gas industry, electricity and utilities, foundries, melting and welding, etc. FR clothing Also called flame-resistant (FR) personal protective equipment (PPE), these must meet standards prescribed by the relevant regulatory bodies. FR clothing a...

Worker safety is of the utmost importance and there can be no compromise in equipping workers with the proper personal protective equipment. Independent international organizations and regulations have developed guidelines and standards that health and safety officials must follow to ensure the quality of personal protective clothing, leading to better levels of safety for workers. risk assessment It is important to understand the level of risk involved and which type of FR clothing will be t...

Modern researchers and experts conclude that wearing a face mask lowers the spread of the COVID-19 virus. When someone with the virus wears a face mask the chances of sharing it with someone else reduce. Wearing a face mask also protects them from someone affected by the COVID-19 virus. Therefore, it can be concluded that wearing a face mask will offer protection to them and themselves around them. Though all face masks are not the same, it is highly necessary to know which one offers...

The spread of COVID-19 can be restricted by wearing a face mask, along with a combination of various precautions such as washing hands frequently and social distancing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests wearing a face mask while being in public settings. However, several misinformation has spread through online mediums regarding the use of face masks. In this article, Mallcom will be debunking some myths about face masks. Myth 1: Not to wear a mask if not sick&...

After the invasion of COVID-19, N95 masks have become one of the most important protective gear. Experts in health and well-being have continuously recommended N95 and FFP2 masks for being ideal against the COVID-19 virus and are considered effective against airborne droplets and particles. The FFP2 and N95 masks are certified as compared to surgical masks and ordinary cloth because of their design to fit very close to the face and are effective in filtering out maximum airborne particles. Fak...

California wildfires are becoming more devastating and destructive as we face fire season year-round.  "In California, it's all about wildfires these days. And the reason is that we've had droughts," explained James Gore, the chair of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors. "Those droughts have exacerbated things." early detection and prevention "There's no 'fire season' anymore," said CAL FIRE firefighter Camille Edward. "Sometimes it does take a toll. You're away from your families, es...

Wool has been the go-to fiber for cold protection during winters since ancient times. Gloves help the most crucial motor organ, which is the hand and the palms and fingers to not only function smoothly in the most hostile working environments, but more importantly, gloves must be treated as a crucial safety garment. glove applications Winter gloves have heavy applications in the temperate regions of the earth. However, in industries, these gloves have applications like fisheries, cold sto...

As the World braces for another rapidly advancing mutating version of COVID-19, face masks are being used to reduce the chance of spreading or capturing COVID-19 once again.  To limit the spread of the virus as much as possible, countries across the world are advising their citizens to consider making mask use mandatory both outdoors and indoors. As the world starts enforcing limited lockdowns it's important to understand the differences between various types of face masks. Three types of...

Personal Protective Equipment, vernacularly known as PPE, is a term they have all come across several times amidst the global pandemic. From the shortage of PPE kits to countries ramping up the manufacturing process, are some of the only topics that made headlines most of 2020 and through the latter 2021. In between all this, the cardinal question of “What is PPE?” comes to mind. From being used by beekeepers as reported in ancient literature, to 16th-century plague doctors in Europ...

Personal Protective Equipment, vernacularly known as PPE, is a term users have all come across several times amidst the global pandemic. From the shortage of PPE kits to countries ramping up the manufacturing process, are some of the only topics that made headlines most of 2020 and through the latter 2021. In between all this, the cardinal question of 'What is PPE?', comes to mind. Personal Protective Equipment From being used by beekeepers as reported in ancient literature, to 16th-century p...

Pioneering enterprise electronic security integrator, Frontline Security Solutions, has joined the Zitko Talent industry alliance and will be welcoming an initial two trainees at the end of the year. If successful, Frontline will be looking to implement the Zitko Talent program further throughout the business. The company, which is part of the Chubb Group, provides high-end access control, CCTV, intruder, and intercom systems for customers across the EMEA region and has a long-standing relation...

Every single task at the industrial site, or for that matter, anywhere else is done with hands. One small mistake of not paying attention to hand protection could lead to a lifetime regret. Every industry takes basic safety precautions for its workers. But sometimes, the workforce needs more than just the basics. Protective gloves are an essential part of the personal protective kit. The type of gloves may differ depending on the type of industry you are operating, but not wearing any gloves sh...

Safety for industrial workers is one thing that cannot be ignored or taken lightly. It is not just about the right workforce policy that every industry should adopt, but also about the rights of every worker. Hand injuries at the workplace can be due to many reasons, including working with chemicals, sharp objects, flammable articles, etc. Therefore, it is important to choose the right gloves for complete hand protection.  The first and foremost point to...

For the workforce, working at industrial sites or work that involves risks of major or minor hand injuries, protective gloves are the most basic and necessary equipment to be included in their PPE kit. Hand protective gloves can be of different types, suitable for different work. Some are best for work that involves exposure to harmful chemicals and sharp surfaces, while others resist punctures and make it suitable to work in extreme temperatures.  While every workforce requirement ma...

Finally, The Security Event 2021 took place at Birmingham NEC in early September, some 18 months after the industry last had the opportunity to come face to face at a gathering of this scale. And it certainly didn’t seem like it was a minute too soon. The Zitko stand was well attended and not just by industry visitors. Since the last show, the company’s virtually doubled in size and over the three days, they had most of the 30+ team present. Train & deploy solution 12 months o...

The importance of wearing a safety helmet should not be neglected, especially if working on a construction site, mining industry or anywhere that involves heavy machinery and objects. Safety helmets are designed to protect head from any fatal injuries, like shock impacts, electric exposure, anything heavy falling on head, untoward impacts, etc.  According to the numbers, the most common causes of head injuries are heavy or sharp objects falling on head. The consequences of such injuries ma...