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FEMA brings out awareness campaign related to safety and fire emergency The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)  is encouraging Americans to take advantage of the March 14 time change for Daylight Savings as a reminder to ensure their families are prepared for a possible emergency. A few simple steps like checking smoke alarms, developing a family communications plan, and putting an emergency kit together can go a long way toward keeping families safe. "No matte...

  Alerting and notification sysytems share an important place in fire services Federal Signal is a leader in the design and deployment of fully redundant indoor, outdoor and personal alerting and notification systems that protect communities and citizens around the world. Mission-critical communications are enabled by Federal Signal alerting and notification systems, which are deployed in hundreds of implementations in countries, states, counties and cities around the w...

 Annual ski championships included nine staff members from Shropshire Fire and Rescue service Fire and Rescue staff members participated at Annual Ski Championships Bavaria, Germany, 3rd -5th February 2010. As guests of Feuerwehr Regensburg (Regensburg Fire Service), nine staff members from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) recently attended and participated in the above ski championships. This was the first occasion in the prestigious event's 36-year hi...

FEMA's share of assistance is 75 %  of the eligible cost for emergency measures and permanent restoration FEMA's PA Program encourages protection from future damage by providing assistance for hazard mitigation measures during the recovery period. "Public Assistance (PA) helps to strengthen communities that do not have the means or resources to bounce back quickly from a natural disaster," according to Richard Griffin, state coordinating officer. "It reimburses local go...

The Holmatro Safety Team unveiled its new look for the 2010 season that opens in Sao Paolo, Brazil, next month Holmatro Incorporated, an important resource for the IZOD IndyCar Series and Firestone Indy Lights since their foundings, will be the sponsor of the Indy Racing League Safety Team, it was announced during the IZOD IndyCar Series Open Test at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham. 17 events this year The Holmatro Safety Team unveiled its new look for the 2010 se...

'All the employees of Dräger worldwide send their hopes and prayers to the people of Haiti' Dräger, a global leader in mechanical ventilation, is providing 16 Carina-home ventilators and two anesthesia machines to aid earthquake victims. This donation comes at the request of the University of Miami, where an international effort to create a 300-bed field hospital at the Port-au-Prince airport is taking place. Dräger's response was immediate, noting that...

Ten Cate wins armor contracts with several American military vehicle OEMs TenCate Advanced Armor USA now enjoys a more balanced and diversified business base than that seen in years past. TenCate Advanced Armor USA has won various vehicle and personal protection armor contracts amounting to approximately US$ 25 million, with a contract option that could result in additional sales of US$ 10 million. These orders come from several American military vehicle OEM'...

Sarah Brown has thanked KFRS and other search and rescue team for their contribution in Halti Sarah Brown hosted a tea at Downing Street to thank a specialist search and rescue team - including staff from Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) - for their contribution to the rescue effort in Haiti. The six staff flew to the Caribbean island in mid-January to assist in the international effort to rescue survivors in the aftermath of the earthquake which killed and injured thous...

Debris removal is a major challenge following natural disasters.Photo: Casey Deshong, FEMA FEMA is urging residents to become "Earthquake Prepared" by exercising a few safety measures.Midwesterners expect and prepare for a variety of seasonal hazards such as extreme snow, ice, flooding, tornadoes and severe weather. But the non-seasonal threat of earthquakes may not register on every family's hazard scale. That's why the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region VII...

Intersec Thailand - the professional marketing platform for safety and security in Asia Intersec Thailand, Asia's professional security and safety trade fair will take place from 15 - 17 September 2010 at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre. This biennial event is organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd and IPEX - International Promotion & Exhibition Co Ltd. Thailand, a promising market for security and safety industry With an emphasis...

FRI provides comprehensive leadership training for both chief officers and company officers Maximise your budget and get the most for your training dollars in 2010. Make your plans now to attend Fire-Rescue International (FRI), August 24-28 in Chicago. FRI provides the most comprehensive leadership training for both chief officers and company officers at a price that fits your budget. In addition to leadership training, your registration includes free access to an e...

NFA, is conducting a pilot course at the NETC in Emmitsburg, Maryland The NFA will be delivering this 6-day pilot course on hazardous materials and special operations from May 9-14, 2010. The United States Fire Administration's (USFA) National Fire Academy (NFA) is conducting a pilot course at the National Emergency Training Center (NETC) in Emmitsburg, Maryland for the newly developed 6-day course, Hazardous Materials / Special Operations Program Management (P254)...

DHS continues to support U.S. government efforts - led by the USAID and State Department The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) continues to support U.S. government efforts - led by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the State Department - by deploying more than 1,000 personnel to provide operational and humanitarian assistance in Haiti following the Jan. 12 earthquake. On Jan. 25, DHS stood up pre-departure identity verification teams in Haiti, com...

2010 North American Vehicle Rescue Challenge to co-locate with Canadian Industrial Emergency Expo Calgary Coast Hotel, Toronto,  will be the official venue of the 26th Annual North American vehicle rescue challenge.  More than 30 international teams will take part in this extrication championship. Hosted by the Calgary Fire Department, the challenge coincides with the celebration of the CFD's one hundred and twenty-fifth anniversary." This is an excellent way...

CDC is working with the U.S. DHHS and other federal and international agencies to help communities in Haiti CDC is working with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), various branches of the U.S. military, and other federal and international agencies to help communities in Haiti recover from the powerful earthquake that struck the country on January 12, 2010. CDC's current response focuses on collaborating with national and international partners to meet ur...

A specialist search and rescue team from Kent Fire and Rescue Service has returned home from Haiti A specialist search and rescue team from Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) has returned home from Haiti. The six staff flew to the Caribbean island last week (January 13) to assist in the international effort to rescue survivors in the aftermath the earthquake which killed and injured thousands. Arriving back at their Maidstone base this morning (Saturday January 23), team...

Over 1 in 3 fatal house fires are started by cigarettes or other smoking materials The London Fire Brigade has warned against the fire risks associated with cigarettes and alcohol.In January, many people start thinking about New Year's resolutions, and, in a bid to become more healthy many give up smoking and drinking. However, most people don't realise that by cutting back on cigarettes and alcohol they will also reduce the chance of having a fire in their home. Londo...

Secretary Napolitano has authorized the activation of up to 900 reservists for Haiti rescue mission  The Coast Guard will utilize more than 100 of the newly-activated reserve personnel to strengthen port security operations in Port Au Prince.Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano has authorized the temporary activation of up to 900 reserve U.S. Coast Guard service men and women to bolster the more than 500 Coast Guard personnel al...

FEMA continues to support USAID and others in effort to save lives in Haiti Message from Deputy FEMA Administrator Richard Serino on the Haiti tragedy and the ongoing resuce efforts: "Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with those affected by the devastating earthquake in Haiti. President Obama has instructed the federal government to undertake a swift, coordinated, and aggressive effort to save lives in Haiti, and FEMA continues to support USAID and others in th...

Kent Firefighters are working with the UK ISAR mission in Haiti Firefighters from the Kent Fire and Rescue Service, who are working with the UK International Search and Rescue (ISAR) mission in Haiti, have returned to Port-au-Prince. The team visited the town of Leogane which is approximately 25 miles west of Port Au Prince and is much nearer to the epicentre. Reports indicate that 80 to 90 per cent of the town has been destroyed. While there, the UK ISAR te...

A team of specialist firefighters from Kent left for Haiti to help earthquake victims A team of specialist firefighters from Kent left for Haiti yesterday, where it will form part of the UK International Search and Rescue response to the earthquake disaster. A 7.0-magnitude earthquake had struck the night before, and it is being reported that hundreds have been killed or injured in and around the capital, Port-au-Prince. Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS), as one of...

Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, Janet NapolitanoPhotograph: Elissa Jun/FEMA Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano has released a statement describing ongoing US relief efforts following the Haiti earthquake."The entire Department of Homeland Security (DHS) extends its sympathy for the devastation and loss of life in Haiti following last night's earthquake - a disaster that has called the world to action in response. The U.S. Coast Guard and the F...

Kent Fire and Rescue Service, as one of the first call teams, has sent a group of six firefighters to Haiti A team of specialist firefighters from Kent has arrived in Haiti to form part of the UK International Search and Rescue response to the earthquake disaster. A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck on Tuesday evening and it is being reported that hundreds have been killed or injured in and around the capital, Port-au-Prince. Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS), as one o...

GMFRS are dealing with the working conditions caused by the severe  weather affecting the entire county Currently Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) are dealing with the extraordinary working conditions caused by the severe weather affecting the entire county.  Despite the poor driving conditions emergency fire crews are fully operational and responding to all incidents, also six additional 4x4 vehicles have been made available. Because of the&n...

Navistar acquired Continental Mfg. Company, Inc., the largest mixer manufacturer in North America Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV) has announced it has acquired Continental Mfg. Company, Inc., the largest privately-held mixer manufacturer in North America. "This deal is another example of how Navistar is growing the business by leveraging what we have and what others have built," said Jack Allen, president of Navistar's North American truck group. "Adding...

CMAS is one of many projects within IPAWS to send alerts and warnings to the public of United States The standards will enable wireless carriers to provide its customers with timely and accurate emergency alerts and warnings via their cell phones and other mobile devices.As part of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS), the nation's next generation of emergency alert and warning networks, the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Age...

  Navistar International Corporation has acquired Continental Mfg. Company, Inc. Navistar International Corporation has announced it has acquired Continental Mfg. Company, Inc., the largest privately-held mixer manufacturer in North America. "This deal is another example of how Navistar is growing the business by leveraging what we have and what others have built," said Jack Allen, president of Navistar's North American truck group. "Adding Continental gives us ano...

  Christoph Ahlhaus, Minister of the Interior for Hamburg and Hendrik Pieper, Selectric GmbH The radios will be provided to the police, fire brigades and ambulance services in Hamburg.On Thursday 19th November the Minister of the Interior of the German City State of Hamburg received the first digital Sepura TETRA radios for the city's public safety organisations. This symbolic event was celebrated with an official ceremony, which took place at the "Davidwache" Police Sta...

A new Realistic Fire Training (RFT) unit for firefighters is to be officially opened next week A new state-of-the-art training facility for firefighters is to be officially opened next week (17 November) at Ashford Fire Station Crews using the Realistic Fire Training (RFT) unit, in Ashford, are exposed to the real conditions they face during a blaze, otherwise only experienced at genuine incidents. The new facility consists of a tower with a three-storey house attached, si...

  Chief Fire Officer attempts world record - to go where no man has ever been before! The expedition's goal is to reach the Northern Pole of Inaccessibility, at the Arctic Pole.Chief Fire Officer for Devon and Somerset, Lee Howell is planning a trip of a different kind. He is raising money for The Fire Fighters Charity by embarking on a daring expedition to one of the most inaccessible places on earth, the Northern Pole of Inaccessibility - the Arctic Pole! Th...