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Whether users are in the cockpit, kneeling at the winch, or hanging on the end of the cable, they’ve got users covered with protection that provides comfort and allows the best maneuverability so users can focus on the task at hand. All passengers and crew travelling by helicopter in hostile offshore areas as defined in JAR-OPS-3 must wear personal protective equipment with ETSO approvals, including immersion suits. Aviation safety requirements With an EASA (European Aviation Safety Aut...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has appointed former Chief Fire Officer of East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, Gary Walsh, as its strategic advisor on fire and rescue services (FRS) matters to ensure that Dräger’s safety technology continues to serve and reflect the needs of modern firefighting. Prior roles of Gary  Gary, an operational firefighter for more than 30 years, was the NFCC respiratory protective equipment (RPE)...

Ship fires are on the rise, posing serious risks to crews, vessels, and operations. Ensuring firefighting equipment meets the latest safety standards is not just essential — it’s lifesaving. The latest update to the Marine Equipment Directive (MED), (EU) 2024/1975, mandates significant changes to the approval and use of firefighting suits onboard European vessels. Here's what users need to know to stay compliant and protect the crew. Enhanced crew safety What does this mean for sh...

Each year, MSA Safety and DuPont Personal Protection partner with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) to provide Globe turnout gear and MSA fire helmets to volunteer fire departments in need. In 2024, 13 volunteer fire departments across the U.S. and Canada each received four new sets of turnout jackets, turnout pants, and helmets to help increase the safety of their responders. MSA also provided the first 500 applicants with an NVFC membership. Compliant with safety standards The do...

Immersion suits are a crucial safety tool for survival in cold water, designed to protect the wearer by minimizing body heat loss. These suits are available in two types, offering either one-hour or six-hour insulation, which helps to prevent hypothermia in freezing waters. made using waterproof materials Made from waterproof materials, immersion suits cover the entire body, except for the face Made from waterproof materials, immersion suits cover the entire body, except for the face, ensuri...

Dräger, an international major in the fields of medical and safety technology, is providing Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) with 220 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) PSS Airboss® sets supported by Dräger’s FireGround accountability system to protect firefighters from the inhalation of dangerous gases during live incidents and training events. The contract was awarded following a competitive tender process, involving extensive market research, and suppl...

One and a half years before INTERSCHUTZ 2026, many well-known companies have already confirmed their participation in the world's renowned trade fair for firefighting, rescue, and civil protection in Hanover. International market majors, such as Rosenbauer, Dräger, and Desautel are among the confirmed exhibitors. In total, nearly 450 exhibitors have registered, covering approximately 38,000 square meters of exhibition space. This accounts for more than a third of the total planned space. E...

Australia is endowed with vast mine sites all across the country. Operating mine sites is extremely expensive, critical equipment is normally functions day in and day out under extreme conditions. The mining industry poses higher risks and hazards than others. To reduce the risks that come with working in this industry, mine safety should be seriously considered at all times. Thus, operators are expected to invest in mining safety equipment to protect the workers and their productivity and this...

Dräger, an international pioneer in medical and safety technology, has renewed its sponsorship of the National Breathing Apparatus Challenge (NBAC), as part of its commitment to supporting the firefighting community and promoting industry best practices. In its 16th year, The Challenge sees teams of five firefighters from across the UK competing where success depends on the expert use of breathing apparatus to manage an incident and the deployment of intelligent strategies such as tactical...

Blackline Safety Corp., a pioneer in connected safety technology, has released a new whitepaper entitled Navigating Radiation Risks: Key Concepts for Protecting Workers and Responders in an effort to mitigate radiation exposure for fire-hazmat and first responder teams. Designed as a strategic playbook, the whitepaper aims to help teams assess and react to the rising threat of radiation exposure to better protect workers, the public, and the environment. robust emergency protocols “For...

Emergency response teams worldwide use different tools and personal protective equipment, including mobile gas detectors to warn the rescuers from dangerous gas concentrations. Dräger mobile gas detectors are produced for a wide range of industries, including the Fire Service, Mining/Mine Rescue and Industry. Rescue teams in those industries have a growing demand for realistic training, including portable gas detection. Multi-Gas training simulator To satisfy this rising demand for safe,...

At Coopers Fire, they’ve always been passionate about safeguarding lives and properties. As specialists in fire curtains, they understand the critical role that their products play in making buildings safer, offering essential time for safe evacuations and enabling firefighters to do their heroic work. But they also know that it’s not just about the technology - it’s about the people who put their lives on the line every day to protect others. That’s why they are proud t...

Fire-Dex, the nation’s fastest-growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders, and  Gear Wash, a subsidiary of Fire-Dex and the country’s largest Independent Service Provider (ISP) of PPE care and maintenance, have filled one position and promoted three associates over the last quarter. At Fire-Dex, Molly Moneypenny was hired as a Quality and Compliance Manager and Wyatt Eckroth was promoted to CAD Associate, while over on the Gear Wash side, Yunia Barbeira Rodriguez and Trevor Go...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has provided the Sellafield Nuclear site with 65 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) PSS Airboss® sets and six Merlin® telemetry entry control boards (ECB) to protect firefighters from the inhalation of dangerous gases during incidents and training events.  Sellafield, formerly known as Windscale, and situated on the Cumbrian coastline, is Europe’s largest nuclear site, with the most d...

Four firefighters from Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service are set and raring to go by breaking three grueling world records when they take part in the Ipswich Half Marathon. Crew Manager Paul Shattock, and Firefighters Grant Whitehead, Ashley Buxton, and George Trott will be running the 13.1 miles on September 22 in firefighting equipment. Paul Shattock Paul is a Crew Manager at Bury St Edmunds fire station and Grant, Ashley, and George are all based at Ipswich East station. They aim to raise &p...

Dräger is donating self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and helmets to the ‘Fire Angels’, two female firefighters who will be attempting seven marathons, in seven days, across seven continents – while wearing firefighter kit – as part of the ‘Great World Race’. The challenge is a part of their ongoing ambition to ‘change the narrative of what it means to be a girl’.  awareness for women’s issues The intrepid pair h...

On Friday, August 23, 2024, Jesse Love, driver of the No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet Camaro, took to the Daytona International Speedway with a mission greater than crossing the finish line first. His car carried the names of 226 fallen firefighters, representing Whelen’s partnership with Richard Childress Racing (RCR) and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). This year marked the third consecutive season of this important partnership and is a testament to their shared commitment to...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, will showcase a range of systems designed to protect fire and rescue and police personnel, and ensure they return home safely at the end of every shift.  Ultra-light design products Taking center stage will be Dräger’s next generation Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), the PSS® AirBoss with a Type 4 Nano cylinder. The kit combines best-in-class ergonomics and an ultra-lig...

The increasing incidence of wildfires and floods due to climate change has altered the requirements for personal protective equipment for firefighters. In response, Rosenbauer has completely redesigned the HEROS H10, creating a helmet that meets all the demands of combating wildfires, vegetation fires, and technical rescues. Development began in July 2021, resulting in a versatile and robust helmet that meets five European standards. The helmet stands out for its lightweight design of only 800...

Managing fire safety is vital to protecting people, their homes, and businesses. Managing fire safety can seem overwhelming, especially with so many fire risks to consider. To avoid unnecessary work when looking at fire safety management, a simple solution is to learn about the hierarchy of controls. Although it may sound complicated, the hierarchy of controls is a straightforward system we can follow daily to ensure fire safety. First, it’s important to learn what the hierarchy of contro...

The Engineered Solutions division of Dräger, an international leader in the fields of medical and safety technology, has opened its Flame Engulfment Testing Cabin to provide an in-house facility for testing self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). It is designed to test well beyond existing standards and guarantee the very highest levels of safety.   Flame Engulfment Testing Cabin Based at Dräger’s Centre of Excellence manufacturing facility in Blyth, the...

Maintaining a secure work environment in a warehouse involves prioritizing fire safety measures. Warehouse fires can lead to significant financial losses, injuries, and even fatalities. Implementing effective fire safety practices ensures the safety of employees and the protection of valuable assets. Listed below are some crucial tips to enhance warehouse fire safety. Conduct Regular Fire Risk Assessments Regular fire risk assessments are fundamental to identifying potential hazards and imple...

“We have to do better,” said Victoria Fire Chief - Daniel Atkinson, while sharing his frustration in response to a beach fire on Dallas Road. Early Thursday morning, firefighters responded to a fire along the Dallas Road bluff that had spread from a beach fire. Open fires are not permitted in Victoria any time of year and they pose a serious risk to people, pets, nearby homes, and coastal ecosystems. Fines of up to $2,000 can be issued to those having beach fires. Primary cause of...

A mural has been unveiled at Whitechapel Fire Station commemorating two London firefighters who lost their lives responding to a fire in 2004.   Firefighters Billy Faust and Adam Meere, Whitechapel Red Watch, were among fifty firefighters who attended a fire in Bethnal Green on 20 July 2004. Upon entering the building as a pair wearing Breathing Apparatus, they became trapped in the building’s basement following an explosion.   fire response Fellow firefighters at th...

The firefighting helmet HEROS H10 is the latest member of the acclaimed HEROS helmet family. It complements the already familiar HEROS Titan and HEROS H30 models. But wait a minute – what exactly is the HEROS H10? HEROS H10 The HEROS H10 was specially developed for forest and wildland fires, as well as for technical rescue. It conforms to five different European standards, which also qualify it for high-altitude and water rescue operations. In addition, the new HEROS H10 is a...

Fire-Dex, the nation’s fastest-growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders, and Gear Wash, a subsidiary of Fire-Dex and the country’s largest Independent Service Provider (ISP) of PPE care and maintenance, have filled three positions and promoted two associates over the last quarter.  Two Production Supervisors, Chad Williams and Amy Dodge, have recently been onboarded at the Fire-Dex Pelham location. Also joining the Fire-Dex team is Territory Sales Representative Jason W...

Wildfires pose a significant challenge to travel and can be associated with substantial health risks for travelers. Experts predict that wildfires' frequency and intensity will increase dramatically in 2024. The free 'Wildfire Informer' provides a comprehensive overview of the global wildfire situation, categorized by the economic regions of EMEA, AMER, and APAC. mapping fires Safeture, a platform for professional people risk management, has published the report in collaboration with Ri...

MSA Safety, Inc., a pioneer in the development of safety solutions that help to protect people and facility infrastructures, has partnered with the Australian Defence Force (ADF) to supply its agencies with the MSA M1 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). The partnership sees MSA Safety equip the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Army, and Royal Australian Air Force with the state-of-the-art M1 SCBA. All three of the ADF services will be using the M1 SCBA by the end of 2025, helping to pro...

Summer brings outdoor adventures, water activities, and barbecues, but it also can bring danger to firefighters, who exert themselves in heavy gear and high temperatures. To help prevent firefighter dehydration and heat-related injuries, especially during long incidents and wildfire response, DripDrop Hydration, PBC, has partnered with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) for the fifth year to donate 200,000 sticks of electrolyte drink mix to volunteer fire departments. DripDrop DripDro...

A heat warning is in effect for Great Victoria. Environment and Climate Change Canada is predicting daytime temperatures in the low 30s, with overnight lows near 16 C. There are 13 misting/water bottle filling stations, drinking fountains and places to stay cool located throughout the city. Residents can take steps to reduce the risk of heat-related illness by drinking more fluids regardless of their activity level, and by not waiting until they are thirsty to have a drink. Avoid liquids t...