Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service - Experts & Thought Leaders

Infographics is delighted to announce that Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is the latest client to go live with the Prevent + Protect (P+P) platform for Hydrants from Infographics. Derbyshire’s project focuses on the Hydrant Management module, part of the broader P+P solution that covers job types and functionality relevant to prevention, protection, and operational risk activities. P+P’s specialist platform  Kevin Page, Fleet and Equipment Group Manager at DFRS, said: "With our existing hydrant management system nearing ‘end of life’, we needed to procure a new system to help us manage our hydrants and support in the planning and tracking of jobs, defects, orders, inspections, and repairs." He adds, "We have worked closely with colleagues from Infographics to introduce a new hydrant system that meets all our requirements to ensure we can continue to provide an efficient and effective emergency service to the communities of Derbyshire." DFRS can efficiently manage hydrants With the new solution, DFRS can efficiently manage hydrants using P+P’s specialist platform P+P is provided as a specialist Fire Service Configurable Off The Shelf (COTS) solution delivered via a Software as a Service (SaaS) model and hosted in Microsoft Azure Cloud.  With the new solution, DFRS can efficiently manage hydrants using P+P’s specialist platform – including jobs, defects, orders, inspections, repairs, and schemes.  Digital transformation goals Russell Wood, Commercial Manager at Infographics, said: "The Derbyshire FRS hydrants management deal cements our Prevent + Protect software suite’s position as a pioneering solution in the UK fire and rescue sector across prevention, protection and hydrant management." Russell Wood adds, "The combination of its Cloud-based delivery, integration with Microsoft Azure services and Microsoft 365, and ‘out of the box’ configurable platform, App, and web technologies, is helping the UK fire and rescue sector achieve its digital transformation goals." Fire and rescue service management Secure single sign-on using Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) integration ensures users can be automatically logged in using their standard corporate Microsoft credentials and multi-factor authentication (MFA) policies.  Prevent + Protect is complementary to the FireWatch solution suite, used for fire and rescue service management, developed by the specialist software manufacturer and Microsoft technology experts, Infographics UK Ltd.

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, is sponsoring the Emergency Service of the Year category at the FIRE Magazine Excellence in Fire and Emergency Awards for the second year running. Sponsorship reflects Dräger’s commitment to supporting and celebrating the achievements of services that have made a significant difference in fire and emergency performance in the most critical incidents of the past twelve months. ESOY award The Emergency Service of the Year (ESOY) award is open to any Fire or Emergency Service The Emergency Service of the Year (ESOY) award is open to any Fire or Emergency Service and will be given to the service that has demonstrated one or more of the following: improved emergency response; a reduction in deaths and injuries; excellence in operational response; and significant advancements in improving the lives of the community. Services shortlisted for the accolade include County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service; Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service; and Nottingham Fire and Rescue Service. FIRE Magazine Fire and Emergency Liz Milward, Marketing Manager at Draeger Safety UK, says that Dräger is delighted to sponsor the award again: “Fire and Emergency Service personnel put themselves on the front-line time and time again, dedicating their work to saving lives. Being part of an award like this provides an excellent opportunity to celebrate and reaffirm our support for their incredible work. We wish the best of luck to all shortlisted.”  The FIRE Magazine Fire and Emergency Awards will take place on Friday the 1st of December, at One Great George Street, Westminster, London, UK.

Fires remain the greatest threat facing those responsible for safeguarding the built heritage. While other risks such as theft, flood and even insect or fungal infestation can damage buildings and their contents, only fire can destroy them completely. Each year, throughout the world, there are fires in all types of historic and heritage buildings – in 2019 alone there were 400 serious fires recorded in such properties. A number of these fire outbreaks reach serious proportions, where measurable fire loss can soar to millions of pounds. The cost of the 2015 fire at Clandon Park in Surrey, United Kingdom (UK) has been estimated to be in the region of £ 50 million. Sprinkler or water mist systems protect heritage buildings A sprinkler or water mist system can protect nationally and internationally important structures Where once the idea of installing sprinkler systems into mansions may have seemed absurd, it is now clear that a sprinkler or water mist system can protect nationally and internationally important structures and their contents. The aim of the Heritage Fire Protection Conference 2022, hosted by Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service and the National Fire Sprinkler Network, is to illustrate how a sprinkler or water mist system can protect nationally and internationally important structures and their contents. It will consider all aspects of planning, compliance, aesthetics and installation of a sprinkler or water mist system. Heritage Fire Protection Conference 2022 There will also be presentations from heritage fire safety specialists who have installed sprinklers to protect their properties and their valuable contents. At the heart of the event - Heritage Fire Protection Conference 2022 will be a live sprinkler demonstration, in order to show the benefits of sprinklers in protecting valuable museum artifacts and heritage properties. This will be a unique event and one which should be in the diaries of all professionals, whose role encompasses the protection of heritage buildings, historic sites and cultural treasures, artworks and antiques. Key event details: The event: Heritage Fire Protection Conference 2022 Date: Wednesday, 16th November 2022 Venue: DERBYSHIRE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE TRAINING CENTRE, RIPLEY, DERBYSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM Hosted by: NATIONAL FIRE SPRINKLER NETWORK & DERBYSHIRE FRS Supported by: BAFSA, NFCC, IFE, LONDON FIRE BRIGADE and English Heritage, Historic England and the National Trust

When a shortage of truck drivers resulted in empty motor fuel pumps in the United Kingdom, long queues formed and many motorists began panic buying. The situation induced motorists to hoard fuel, a practice that brings with it a long list of fire risks. Many fire departments in the United Kingdom provided stern warnings of the dangers. Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service advised anyone looking to store petrol at home to follow correct storage protocols. Hoarding additional quantities North Yorkshire fire chiefs reminded motorists that petrol and other fuels give off vapors that are highly flammable. Essex County Fire and Rescue Service urged motorists not to panic-buy fuel following a weekend of long queues at the pumps. Panicked motorists, concerned that the fuel supply will dry up completely Hoarding of fuel was also a factor earlier this year when a ransomware attack on the Colonial Pipeline in the United States slowed gasoline supply and resulted in long lines at fuel stations throughout the South and along the East Coast. Panicked motorists, concerned that the fuel supply will dry up completely, tend to hoard additional quantities of fuel as a precaution against running out. Ironically, an increase in hoarding is often the major cause of a shortage because demand exceeds the usual consumption level. Completely safer way Gasoline (petrol) should always be stored in a suitable container, such as a ‘safety can,’ away from any heat source, and in a place with direct access to ventilation and open air. Heat can cause excessive pressure and the release of vapors if fuel is stored improperly. In unventilated locations, the vapors may travel to an ignition source. Vaporization of less than one-half pint of fuel is enough to fill a home garage with explosive vapors. The fact is, despite any precautions, there is no completely safe way for consumers to store or hoard gasoline. It’s a dire truth for the woman in the United Kingdom who was recently seen filling up eight large jerry cans with fuel totaling £217 (almost $300). Tragic consequences in the past are a reminder of what is at stake. Plastic trash container There are limits to how much fuel can be stored in various jurisdictions Seven members of a California family were badly burned when they tried to store fuel in a plastic trash container in a bedroom closet. Additional dangers include the possibility of gasoline poisoning, often from siphoning, and inhalation of gasoline into the lungs. Inhaling even a small amount can cause death from chemical pneumonia. There are limits to how much fuel can be stored in various jurisdictions. In the United Kingdom, storage of up to 30 liters of petrol is permitted at home or at non-workplace premises. Larger amounts require notifying the local Petroleum Enforcement Authority (PEA). In the United States, storage of more than 5 gallons of gasoline is illegal in many areas. Rear-End collision Storage of extra fuel in the trunk, or boot, of a car, creates a risk of explosion if ignited by a spark or a rear-end collision. Dispensing fuel only into appropriate containers is also an issue. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Administration has warned consumers not to use plastic bags to collect gasoline. Several social media posts during the recent U.S. shortage showed people dispensing gasoline into plastic bags. Here are some additional precautions when storing motor fuel: Do not store fuel in living areas. Keep fuel out of reach of children. Do not fill containers beyond the designated capacity. Never pour fuel into drains or water.