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Global coatings manufacturer - Hempel announces that its Hempafire Pro 400 passive fire protection coating has been certified according to the EN13381-8 standard and granted the CE mark, complementing the already existing BS-476 and ApplusFire certifications. Hempafire Pro 400 maintains the stability of steel structures in the event of a cellulosic fire for up to 120 minutes and brings users a number of efficiency benefits. Passive fire protection (PFP) coatings insulate steel against high hea...

The Safe-Cell® Crocodile Roll Resistant (CRR) Stainless Steel round floor drain has been designed for prisons and holding cells, and all mental health & secure environments, in order to help minimize the risk of suicide or self-harm using a technique called the ‘Crocodile Roll’. The Safe-Cell® Crocodile Roll Resistant (CRR) Floor Drain’s design comes complete with a tapered circular style, anti-ligature slot grate that is specially designed to minimize the instance...

The owners of a care home have been fined £60,000 for breaching fire safety regulations after a 90-year-old resident accidentally set fire to himself while smoking. Ashberry Healthcare Ltd, the former owner of Heathercroft Care Home in Woolston, was charged with failing to comply with the Fire Safety (Regulatory Reform) Order 2005 at Warrington Magistrates’ Court on 11 October 2022. Outside smoking shelter It follows a tragic incident that occurred in May 2018, when resident Henry...

Prominent house builder, Bellway, has reportedly set aside another £346.2 million as part of its new Building Safety Division, which oversees the fire safety remediation work of its legacy schemes. This brings its overall cladding bill to a total of £513.7 million. The housing firm has highlighted its commitment to resident safety on its website, saying: “Following the Grenfell tragedy in June 2017, we proactively instigated a full review of our high-rise portfolio and id...

At approximately 5:20 pm, CFS crews were alerted to a shed fire on Rachel Circuit in Nairne. 28 CFS Volunteers on Five trucks supported by SAAS and SAPOL attended the scene. Upon arrival, crews found the carport fully alight. It took firefighters approximately 40 minutes to extinguish the fire. estimated damages Unfortunately, the fire spread to the single-story house, causing significant damage. The occupants were able to evacuate the property safely and were being treated on scene for mino...

The first women’s Firesports UK and English Fire Service Football tournament took place recently in Manchester. A team from West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) entered and were thrilled to reach the finals. However, they were just beaten in the last match by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, who have agreed to host the next games. Firefighter - Alice Coggan took part in the match and said it was a fantastic event, with teams joining in from as far away as West Sussex and Co...

The Building Safety Act received Royal Assent on 28 April 2022, and with it comes important changes ‘that give residents and homeowners more rights, powers, and protections.’ Ultimately, this will make sure that buildings across the country are safe to occupy. The Act surpasses existing regulations to establish lasting change by outlining how residential and multi-occupancy buildings should be constructed and maintained. The Building Safety Regulator will be responsible for the...

At approximately 5:20 pm, CFS crews were alerted to a shed fire on Rachel Circuit in Nairne. 28 CFS Volunteers on Five trucks supported by SAAS and SAPOL attended the scene. Upon arrival, crews found the carport fully alight. It took firefighters approximately 40 minutes to extinguish the fire. Unfortunately, the fire spread to the single-story house, causing significant damage. Damage caused The occupants were able to evacuate the property safely and were being treated on scene for minor smo...

California will become the first state in the nation to require insurance premium discounts for owners of homes and businesses that are made safer from wildfires. The new rules mandate that insurance companies reward consumers who take wildfire safety and mitigation actions under the state’s Safer From Wildfires framework, the Department of Insurance announced Monday. The framework includes a list of expert-recommended actions that home and business owners can take to better protect thems...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announces its Pierce® Volterra™ zero-emissions pumper has won the annual ‘Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin’ competition after receiving tens-of-thousands of votes of support. Appleton, Wisconsin-based Pierce was among 16 finalists in the 2022 competition, which included seven products manufactured in Northeast Wisconsin. The contest is sponsored each year by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) and Johnson F...

In a bid to combine the expertise of industry-leading wireless solutions providers, Ramtech has announced it will be working alongside businesses Argus and Hyfire to form ‘The Orama Group’. Wireless technologies This new collective will push innovation and expand geographical reach, to further meet the wireless safety and security needs of different industries from construction to commercial and industrial applications. Made possible through the Halma Group’s ownership and i...

Heat waves caused by climate change are currently also increasing strongly across Europe and the associated risk of forest fires is rising immensely. Fires in natural areas are increasingly getting out of control due to drought or wind, and the risk of danger to people, animals, nature, and infrastructure is growing. But how can fires be detected and localized at an early stage to minimize or even avoid serious damage? Artificial intelligence With image processing and artificial intelligence,...

At the end of September 2022, Rosenbauer handed over six fire trucks to the Vienna Professional Fire Department. A total of 76 vehicles have been put into service by the Vienna Professional Fire Department since 2009, replacing a large part of its fleet of group vehicles. While in the past the emphasis was on rescue extinguishing vehicles, however, with the current generation, the Fire Department relies on two types of vehicles: rescue fire assistance vehicles (HLF) and tank firefighting ve...

Fire chiefs have backed a city-led pledge to show commitment to a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery.  The Safer Leeds Safeguarding and Domestic Violence Team launched the Leeds Pledge to Tackle Modern Slavery to mark National Anti-Slavery Day on Tuesday 18 October 2022. tackle modern slavery Partners from across statutory, third sector, and business services in the city joined together to back this pledge, including from West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS)...

Fire Chief Jeff Willis is pleased to announce that Big Bear Fire Department has acquired a new ambulance. The Department received delivery of MA-281, a 2022 Dodge 3500 4x4, on October 20, 2022. Powered by a Cummins Diesel engine and manufactured by Braun Northwest, the new ambulance has the same configuration as others in the Department’s fleet, which allows for standardization and a smooth transition in on-scene operations. The new ambulance is currently being stocked with medical suppli...

Firefighters from Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) worked overnight to bring the fire at the nursery building under control using six fire appliances and an aerial ladder platform. Describing the incident as a “large fire involving a commercial building,” the service also took to Twitter to advise residents to keep doors and windows closed as the fire was creating a “smoke plume.” After checking that any hotspots and remaining embers had been extinguished,...

With EV sales expected to increase drastically in the next few years, there are growing concerns in the firefighting community about how to deal with EV fires. Cause of concern One area of concern is EVs that have been flooded by salt water. According to the NHTSA, residual salt within the battery or battery components can form conductive “bridges” that can lead to short circuits and self-heating of the battery, resulting in fires. The time frame in which a damaged battery can...

A record number of visitors attended the award-winning Emergency Services Show at the NEC on 21 and 22 September, 2022. The UK’s event for the emergency services attracted over 10,100 visitors and buyers for the first time in its history, with strong representation from across all the emergency services including police, fire & rescue, ambulance, and search & rescue. The show’s visitors attended a program of over 80 CPD-accredited seminars running in six theatres covering Le...

The renewable energy revolution makes energy more affordable, enhances grid reliability amid increasing natural disruption, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. But companies can do better by digitizing the renewable asset management processes to improve both the operational efficiency and sustainability of renewable energy assets. Digitalization has undoubtedly impacted every process in a green energy project, ranging from plant management and data processing to energy distribution and consum...

Coveralls are industrial protective clothing or safety workwear made to protect against dangerous substances. In fact, it is meant to protect both the industrial product and workers from the adverse effects of contamination. They are primarily employed as a defense against low-hazard splashes and sprays and dry particles.   Coveralls are mostly used in the healthcare industry in the spheres of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. Coveralls ought to be professionally disposed of by profe...

WYFRS Firefighter - Elliot Kear will be swapping his uniform for a rugby kit this week, when he leads Wales for the Rugby League World Cup. The Welsh Captain is taking a break from firefighting on Wednesday as his team prepares to battle against the Cook Islands at Leigh Sports Village, near Wigan. Elliot plays for Championship side - Bradford Bulls, and it was 13 years ago, he made his international and Super League debut. He joined West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) in June 2021 a...

General Enterprise Ventures, Inc., GEVI Subsidiary, Mighty Fire Breaker LLC featuring its MFB-31-CitroTech is proud to be the first and only Wildfire Fighting Chemistry product in the U.S. to be approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and receive the designation in their "Safer Choice Program". EPA Clean Water Act Mighty Fire Breaker recently completed laboratory testing for its firefighting chemistry, MFB-31-CitroTech with the U.S. (EPA), Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Green-Gua...

The Fike MicroMist® fire suppression system produces a fine mist to extinguish fires quickly, with very little residual water. In fact, the MicroMist system releases 100 times less water than traditional sprinkler systems, yet effectively extinguishes the fire! That translates into less run-off, less damage, and easy clean-up. Reduced installation and maintenance costs  The Fike MicroMist fire protection system employs single fluid, and intermediate pressure, reducing...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced it has secured a contract with the Gilbert Fire and Rescue Department in Arizona to place a Pierce® Volterra™ zero-emissions pumper with an Oshkosh patented parallel-electric drivetrain into service with the department’s busiest station, Station No. 2. Gilbert Fire and Rescue’s Volterra electric pumper will be the third placement for Pierce, with others including the City of Madison, Wisconsin Fire Depart...

Congratulations to the third and final recipient of the 2022 MSA Cairns® XF1 Fire Helmet Giveaway, Chief Carl Ennis. Ennis serves his community at the Pitman (NJ) Fire Department. Integrated light module The MSA Cairns® XF1 Fire Helmet Giveaway, in partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), provides state-of-the-art helmets each year to members of the NVFC. The jet-style design of the helmet reduces snag hazards, provides a personalized fit, and houses its own integra...

  Taking responsibility is at the heart of Rosenbauer’s future success. They will change the world of firefighting in a sustainable way. They live sustainability in all aspects and are the first point of contact for decision-makers and opinion makers in the firefighting sector. Rosenbauer focus on pioneering spirit, innovation, and customer orientation. They recognize and understand the current trends and the needs of their customers and offer the appropriate solutions wit...

For Fire Prevention Month this October 2022, the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI), part of the non-profit safety science organization - UL Research Institutes, has released new videos combining more than 10 years of data with custom 3D modeling and real-world footage from the organization’s full-scale fire experiments. The first video in the series shows how a home fire grows and spreads, underscores the dangers of smoke, and encourages everyone to have and practice a fire escape pla...

The Oshkosh Snozzle® High Reach Extendable Turret (HRET) has been a powerful firefighting tool for airport fire departments worldwide. It is a product that arms airport firefighting crews against the greatest, most extreme ARFF threats. Fires can be attacked from every angle, including from elevated positions, on the ground, and far below grade. It can penetrate fire on both sides of the aircraft with intense precision to cool tight spaces through doorways and overwing exits without ever st...

The French outdoor brand - Salomon is releasing a range of smart ski helmets for kids as a part of their FW 22/23 equipment launch. By integrating the safety technology Twiceme, the helmets can provide info such as parent phone numbers, exact location and other relevant information needed if something were to happen. Here they can find the recommended kids' helmets. In this way, the collaboration between Salomon and Twiceme can help set co-riders and loved ones at ease - and is a clear mark of...

At FIRE DAYS, Aquasys challenged the firefighting systems again with high-pressure water mist. And the result makes people in rail vehicles safe and members very proud. fire testing results  For all materials ignited in the fire test, the high-pressure water mist systems were able to demonstrate effective fire fighting within seconds. The materials ignited were seats, travel bags, hydraulic oils, and diesel or cable bushings. The fire-fighting tests were carried out with both stationary a...