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Members of the Euralarm Fire Section are disappointed that the European Commission’s CPR proposal fails to address the market needs and does not address the main challenge facing standardization. Nevertheless, Euralarm will continue to contribute to provide feedback to the current public consultation expecting a more practical proposal. Robust standards Since 1970, Euralarm has worked hard to represent the interests of the electronic fire safety industry in the areas of standardization...

FirePro (FirePro Systems Limited) participated in the much anticipated FeuerTrutz 2022 exhibition, which took place from June 29 to June 30, 2022, in Nuremberg, Germany. FeuerTrutz is Germany’s renowned industry trade fair and congress relating to solutions in passive, active and organizational fire protection. It is a platform for the fire protection industry to exchange knowledge and share novel solutions. FeuerTrutz 2022 Live presentations and innovative solutions impressed the fire...

The owner of the Main Top Hotel on Mersey Road in West Bank, Widnes, was sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court on 28 April, after pleading guilty to nine breaches of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. William Scott Anthony Hanson, of Cooper Street, Widnes, was brought charges after being served a Prohibition Notice, following an inspection in June 2019, which Hanson did not comply with. Fire safety breach When Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) officers undertook the initial in...

With many hazardous activities comes the risk of fire. In the construction industry, the level of risk is much higher, considering the number of flammable materials on site. Fire safety in construction is crucial to maintaining a cautious working environment. A construction site fire not only puts workers at risk – but could also damage the site, put projects to a halt, and cost the company a lot of money. Due to the day-to-day dangers surrounding fire on a construction site, fire safety...

A fire safety plan is essential to any business, whether a small shop or a large office building. Every single employee should know what to do in the event of a fire, from evacuation routes to where all the fire doors in the building are. For a business owner who needs help crafting their fire safety plan, read on for some helpful guidance. Fire Protection With A Safety Plan Fire can be devastating and can lead to loss of earnings, damage to property, injury, and even death. While damage and...

The long-awaited Interschutz 2022 exhibition is taking place in Hanover, Germany. Angus Fire will be displaying a range of innovative firefighting hoses, fluorine-free firefighting foams, and their brand-new Rebel attack hose. Angus Fire’s virtual 3D environment, SafeTown, will also be on display, allowing visitors to view their firefighting equipment in situ. Come visit in Hall 13 Stand F34.

Angus Fire is pleased to donate a wide range of much-needed Fire Fighting hoses, branch pipes, and other firefighting equipment to Fire Fighters in Ukraine, to help them protect buildings, and critical assets and help them to save lives.

There are many different fire extinguishers to choose from, depending on the type of fire users need to put out. In this article, they have created a fire extinguisher guide to know the different types of extinguishers and how to use them. Different fire classes will require specific fire extinguishers to help diminish the fire. Here are the main classes to consider. Class A fires - Class A fires happen most frequently, usually involving common combustible materials such as paper and wood, a...

For a business owner, protecting employees, customers and property is a top priority. One way to do this is by having fire extinguishers on hand in case of an emergency. But did users know that simply owning a fire extinguisher is not enough? Owners also need to regularly maintain fire extinguishers to ensure they work properly in the event of a fire. Astoria covers has everything owners need to know about fire extinguisher maintenance. What Is Fire Extinguisher Maintenance? Fire extinguisher...

The last few years have been challenging for everyone, including the fire industry. It changed everything, except our dedication to overcoming challenges. With everything returning to normal, the countdown to Interschutz 2022 has begun. Interschutz 2022 Exhibitors are looking forward to Interschutz 2022 after a long wait. It will allow them to interact and work collaboratively to sustain, expand, or form new networks. With only a few days till the doors open for the world's leading fire and r...

Having the right fire extinguishers for the business or commercial property is important in ensuring users are protecting their business and the employees, as well as ensuring they abide by current regulations. Below Thameside outlines the four main fire extinguishers users will need to protect their business and meet current fire safety regulations. The most common fire extinguisher type for class A fires, water fire extinguishers are essential for most premises. Providing a cooling effect on...

In May 2022, the Environment Agency’s Waste Industry Regulatory Services and Chemical Compliance Team (EA) advised the Fire Industry Association (FIA) that they are applying a restriction on persistent organic pollutants entering sewerage systems and the water environment. This group of chemicals is known to have adverse long-term effects on the environment and human health, and can be found in some fire extinguishers. Chemicals in fire extinguishers The chemicals, often known as POPs,...

For a business owner, chances are that they have been told that the restaurant needs to comply with fire safety regulations. But what does that mean? And what are the specific fire safety regulations need to be aware of as a restaurant owner or manager?  This piece takes through the most important fire safety regulations for restaurants, so owners can ensure the business complies. Stay safe and informed! The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Restaurant owners are responsible for...

Warringtonfire, a pioneer in fire testing, inspection and certification services, has completed the second in a series of three studies at the request of the Flemish Government, that focus on fire safety in residential care buildings. When asked about the goals of the second study, also called the VIPA2 study, Pieter Poppe - project manager, stated, "We wanted to identify the effectiveness of smoke control measures using five large-scale fire tests and additional CFD-simulations (CFD: Computati...

When extinguishing systems protect against risks involving e.g. plastics or flammable liquids, the use of foam agents is almost indispensable. Using those, many materials can be extinguished more efficiently or even at all. However, these foams often contain per/poly-fluorinated chemicals persistent and toxic, so manufacturers and users are actively looking for environmentally friendly solutions; also because of the increasingly tightened legal limits. fluorine-free biodegradable extinguishing...

The new Rosenbauer RFC CAFS Cube S compressed air foam system is the ideal addition to fire departments’ standard extinguishing equipment. Wetting agent, a water/foam compound mixture, and also wet and dry compressed air foam can all be generated by the ‘little brother’ of the all-in-one RFC CAFS Cube. However, the RFC CAFS Cube S is driven by a water-powered motor, rather than a combustion engine. Every fire engine with a fire pump on board can, therefore, be tactically u...

The portable fire extinguisher that has been a staple requirement for commercial buildings for decades is playing an increasing role in putting out fires according to the results of a recent survey. As Chair of the Fire Industry Association (FIA) Services Council, Chubb’s Guy Middleton was elected to head up the group conducting the Fire Extinguisher Use Survey. Aim of the survey This involved bringing together technicians from companies in the four main trade associations in the U...

Rosenbauer rounds off its product portfolio for fighting forest fires. The range already includes a complete line-up of robust forest firefighting vehicles, water-saving extinguishing systems (high/extreme pressure systems, compressed air foam systems), special technical equipment and lightweight personal protective equipment. Rosenbauer Firefighter Excavator Heavy equipment is now also newly added to the range, with the introduction of the Rosenbauer firefighter excavator. The vehicle can...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) recognized the Rowlett (TX) Explorer Post One as its Junior Firefighter Program of the Year for 2022. The award is sponsored by California Casualty. The junior firefighters received their award, during a special ceremony, which was held on April 19, 2022, at a meeting of the Rowlett City Council, in Rowlett, Texas, USA. Junior firefighters awarded Tim Rutland, the National Volunteer Fire Council’s (NVFC) Director from Texas and Executive Direct...

From May 31 to June 02, 2022, WAGNER will present two highlights at LogiMAT, the international trade fair for intralogistics solutions and process management in Stuttgart: Fire protection solutions for extremely compact and automated storage and retrieval systems and for the storage of lithium-ion batteries, illustrated by the example of the customer project KETTLER Alu-Rad GmbH. In a panel discussion organized by LOGISTIK HEUTE magazine, Managing Director Dipl.-Ing. Werner Wagner will discuss...

When people store and charge their mobility devices inside their homes, garages, or businesses, there is the potential for battery fires to lead to structure fires. Just one example is a recent apartment fire in New York City that resulted in injuries to 12 citizens and a Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) firefighter. Best practice tips Motivated by the surge of fires started by batteries in mobility devices, the FDNY has created best practice tips for firefighters confronted by...

On June 20 - 25, 2022, everything at the INTERSCHUTZ trade fair in Hanover/Germany will focus on the issues of fire brigades, rescue services, civil protection, and security. AQUASYS will present innovative solutions for effective fire fighting with high-pressure water mist (HPWN) in Hall 13, Stand A56. Experience AQUASYS product highlights 2022 discoverer the effect of water mist with impressive fire test videos, which they have realised on their test site. Innovative solutions  Convinc...

Rosenbauer is preparing intensively for the most important trade fair in the firefighting industry. "We are currently fully committed to this event," confirms Dieter Siegel, CEO of Rosenbauer International AG, "And will offer our guests a spectacular experience for all the senses." Groundbreaking innovations, revolutionary unveilings, and a multimedia supporting program can be expected by visitors to the Rosenbauer exhibition booth at Interschutz in Hanover from June 20-25. The world's largest...

NIST released the WUI Structure/Parcel/Community Fire Hazard Mitigation Methodology (HMM) PDF to provide guidance for homeowners and communities to protect themselves from wildfires. Integrating the latest post-fire field observations and fire science research, this report defines dozens of clear, measurable, and cost-effective protective actions homeowners can take to defend their homes. Wildfires can spread through a community very quickly, especially one with dense housing. Often, the progr...

A number of vulnerable people were left at serious risk of fire at a hostel for vulnerable people with a huge number of safety failings, resulting in a Liverpool landlord being hit with a bill of almost £25,000 for exposing vulnerable and homeless tenants to serious fire risks in the House of Multiple Occupation (HMO). £20,000 fine Step One (NW) Limited was issued a £20,000 fine by Liverpool Magistrates Court on Thursday, 17 March, for failure to comply with the Management of...

A recent article released by the Fire Industry Association (FIA) underlines the importance of fire extinguishers in commercial and public buildings and the need for fully working and most importantly, commissioned extinguishers, to be available. Following a survey commissioned by the FIA in 2003, 2008, and then most recently in 2021, some key trends have emerged, and most importantly the number of fires being successfully extinguished by portable extinguishers has increased from 80% in 200...

Ramtech’s Content Marketing Manager, Jon Bennett looks at how safety protection has evolved over the years, starting with the tragedy at the Iroquois Theater in Chicago, USA. Would this awful event still have happened in modern times? Jon explains more. Iroquois Theater fire As the new year festivities approached on December 30th 1903, a theater in Illinois, United States, was packed full of an excited audience ready to watch a matinee performance of ‘Mr Blue Beard’. Little...

Establishing fire safety measures in a care home is far more complicated than in a typical work setting and can have serious consequences if they are not implemented correctly whether that be the cost of someone’s life or a costly regulation breach. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 states that those involved with the fire safety process have a responsibility to keep the building safe. Care providers are the designated ‘responsible person’ when looking after resid...

Elmos Semiconductor develops, manufactures, and distributes semiconductors and sensors primarily for use in the automotive industry. For more than 30 years Elmos innovations have been making mobility worldwide safer, more comfortable, and more energy efficient with new functions. Elmos has been relying on high-pressure water mist (HPWM) systems from AQUASYS for the protection of its semiconductor production at the headquarters in Dortmund since 2005. From the years 2007 until currently, extensi...

About twenty firefighters from SDIS 06 & SDIS 04 (Alpes Maritimes and Alpes de Haute-Povence Departmental Fire and Rescue Service - FRANCE) intervened on May 23rd on a residential fire in Puget-Thénier City. Their quick intervention helped limit the fire on the second floor of the house. LEADER FLOWMATIC nozzles were used during this intervention.