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It is with a heavy heart that BAFE announces the passing of two friends and colleagues. Both, Peter Chilton and Dominic Cook passed away at the end of April 2022.  They both greatly assisted BAFE with fire extinguisher technician assessments/verification and exam invigilation as experts within their field. Peter Chilton Peter Chilton had more than 30 years of fire industry experience before working with BAFE, including 25 years with a fire extinguisher organization, Fire Protection Servi...

The offenses included the failure to maintain working fire alarms and emergency lighting systems, failure to keep escape routes clear, and a lack of measures to stop fire and smoke from spreading. The charges were brought against Mr. Marshall following inspections by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, who also discovered that there had not been a suitable fire risk assessment undertaken for the properties. During the inspections, conditions in one of the properties were found to be so da...

Dr. Harry Carter lost his battle with cancer on June 17, 2022. He was a dedicated member of the CVVFA serving in several roles as the NJ Representative to the CVVFA Presidents Council and as Editor in Chief of www.Respondersafety.com, where he oversaw highway incident struck-by reporting and authored the editor’s column. CVVFA paying tribute Dr. Harry Carter helped launch Respondersafety.com and contributed to its now 10 thousand pages of content. “He wrote until his declining heal...

ACAIRE and ANRACI have signed a cooperation framework agreement with the objective of establishing the terms of cooperation for institutional exchange with the purpose of agreeing on and developing programs and projects related to: The improvement and strengthening of fire protection conditions for Colombians through technological, academic, regulatory, ethical and business development of all the actors in the sector. The promotion of technical excellence in each of the stages associated wit...

Rosenbauer presents the first L32A-XS on a fully electric series chassis at Interschutz 2022 event. When it first was introduced nine years ago, the standard aerial ladder with lowerable cage boom took aerial rescue operations to a new level - especially in confined spaces - and is now opening the way to the (electric) mobility of the future for fire departments. Volvo chassis The L32A-XS electric aerial ladder is built on a Volvo FE Electric chassis and powered by two electric motors, wit...

Rosenbauer showcases the first PANTHER 6x6 with an electric driveline at Interschutz. The development process was started two years ago, after the need on the part of the customers became more and more apparent. The International Air Transport Association (IATA), the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the Airports Council International (ACI), and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have all agreed on the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 in global aviation. Most airpo...

MSA Safety Incorporated, a pioneer in firefighter safety equipment and technology, marks the opening of Interschutz 2022 with the unveiling of a new line of Firefighter Protective Clothing (FPC) that is specifically designed to meet the needs of firefighters in Germany, the Netherlands, and across continental Europe, offering enhanced comfort and compatibility with MSA’s advanced safety equipment and solutions. Called the MSA® Bristol X4, the new line of FPC integrates MSA Bristol&rsq...

AW Technology was delighted to visit the prestigious Intersec 2020 Event, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai.  The three-day event is the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety & fire protection. The 22nd edition welcomed over 1000+ exhibitors from 56 countries and 33,584 industry visitors. Intersec 2020 Chris Atkiss, Business Development Manager, AW Technology, said, “With the leaders in fire protection under one roof, Intersec 2020 offered the perfect opportu...

BAFSA is pleased to announce Sprinklers Training Academy based in Dorset has commenced delivery of the L2 Certificate (Experienced Worker Route) in Fire Sprinkler Installation. The Academy joins West College Scotland, Neath Port Talbot Group of Colleges, and Llandrillo College in delivering this online qualification. Certification requirements The link given on the BAFSA website explains the nationally recognized qualification (Level 2 Certificate in Fire Sprinkler Installation) covering Resi...

High-quality technology, proven many times over - that's how the Rosenbauer AT is known in the firefighting world. Previously conventionally powered, the flagship of Rosenbauer's municipal vehicle fleet will in the future also be available on electric series chassis. A first pre-series vehicle based on an HLF 20 will be presented at Interschutz. The planned start of sales for this AT electric is the end of 2022. the AT electric The exhibition vehicle is built on a Volvo Trucks chassis. T...

Yorkshire Water and West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service are reminding people in the region of the dangers of open water, in support of Drowning Prevention Week, which aims to raise awareness of enjoying water safely. It comes as figures from the National Fire Chiefs Council reveal a total of 124 water rescue incidents were attended by Fire Services in Yorkshire and the Humber in 2021 (57 in West Yorkshire), with 23 fatalities recorded in Yorkshire and the Humber during the 12 months. awaren...

FIRSTLOOK, the rescue products division of Agility Technologies (ATC) and FIRSTLOOK European partner Vogt-CTE, are extremely pleased to announce the donation of their signature FL360 USAR1 Search and Rescue Camera systems to the @fire International Disaster Response Germany organization to enhance search and rescue capabilities. The FL360 Search Camera is the first mobile integrated, wireless 360° spherical imaging camera ever introduced to the search and rescue market. Development of new...

HazSim and Hazmat Nation hosted its 5th annual networking event at IAFC’s hazmat conference and raised money for the Firefighter Cancer Support Network.  Hazmat Nation networking event More than 200 hazmat professionals attended the fifth annual Hazmat Nation networking event last week in Baltimore in conjunction with the International Association of Fire Chiefs’ hazmat conference. “This gathering has been a great way for hazmat professionals to...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, is welcoming the amendments to The Building Regulations 2010 Section 15, Paragraph 15.17, in relation to evacuation alert systems in high-rise residential buildings. The amendment states that new residential developments over 18 meters tall will have to incorporate an Evacuation Alert System in accordance with BS 8629 to help fire and rescue services inform residents of a change in evacuation...

When INTERSCHUTZ opens its doors in a few days' time (20 – 25 June), Hannover will become the international ‘blue light capital.’ Brand-new topics, innovations, and a broad supporting program consisting of conferences, competitions, workshops, and live training – all this is offered by the trade fair for fire brigades, rescue services, civil protection, and safety/security. Against the backdrop of the current geopolitical challenges, the accompanying humanitarian crises,...

Avon Protection is pleased to announce the launch of the CFP100 Particulate Filter, a development driven by increased demand for particulate protection as a result of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. The NIOSH-approved CFP100 Particulate Filter compliments Avon Protection’s leading respiratory protection portfolio, adapting proven technology to create their lightest and most comfortable filter canister to date. CFP100 Particulate Filter This development was an immediate response to the changing...

For both urban and wildland settings, VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has addressed the needs of firefighters to develop a new series introducing two new fire suits to meet new demands for function and comfort. VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has launched two new generation fire suits which offer higher standards in protective performance, with one designed specifically for structural firefighting and the other for technical rescue and wildland firefighting. structural fire suits with enhanced perfo...

The Australia Mackay fire detection requirements mentioned in this article include - bifold doors should be installed in premises with a ceiling height of less than 3 meters, unless they are mechanical smoke detectors; the floors above these properties should have smoke detectors. The purpose of the fact sheet is to provide general guidance on the legislative requirements for fire detection systems in Australia. The information contained in the fact sheet should not be regarded as definitive, n...

Having a robust supply chain is an essential element of modern business. Verifying that potential suppliers hold essential accredited certifications (such as ISO 9001 for quality management or ISO 14001 for environmental management) is a key part of building a reliable network. Many organizations in both the public and private sectors specify that prospective suppliers must hold UKAS-accredited certification. procurement best practice Independently checking the authenticity of each applicant&...

Local fire and rescue services were called to the scene on Bolton Road on Monday 6 June, where two cars were found on fire in the car park. West Yorkshire Fire Authority condemned the John Green Building on the night of the fire after discovering a swathe of fire safety defects, resulting in the property being evacuated of residents who were placed in temporary accommodation by Bradford Council. They cannot return to their homes until the landlord of the high-rise addresses the discovered fire...

In recent months, expert awards panels across BigChange's key industries have been recognizing what customers are already telling the company: trades businesses grow stronger with BigChange. Pioneer security industry body, the British Security Industry Association, has shortlisted BigChange for its Best Use of Technology Award. A digital solution The customer Securitay told the panel how it was transformed by BigChange. “When we were looking for a digital solution, we needed something t...

One of the most important aspects of firefighter post-incident rehabilitation is mitigating heat stress. Firefighters work in high-heat conditions and personal protective equipment (PPE) carries a high-heat burden. Exposure to extreme heat situations usually occurs in limited, short doses for most firefighters but the effects of high heat on personnel are cumulative. Extreme heat from environmental conditions adds significantly to the risk of heat-related health emergencies. Acute risks The l...

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...

A team of cyclists from Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service will be taking part in an annual cycling challenge on June 18, to honor a former firefighter who tragically passed away whilst on duty. The team of eight firefighters will join hundreds of other cyclists in a coast-to-coast cycle challenge called ‘Chase the Sun’, which sees riders set off at sunrise and arrive at their destination by sunset.  Dramatic coastal road Taking part in the ‘Chase the Sun’ cha...

Avon Protection is pleased to confirm the award of a sole-source contract worth up to $93 million to develop and supply the U.S. Army with the Next-Generation Integrated Head Protection System.  The contract will follow the existing low-rate initial production contract for the Integrated Head Protection System which comes to an end in 2021. Integrated Head Protection System Commenting, Paul McDonald, Chief Executive Officer, said, “I am delighted that Avon Protection will continue...

Avon Protection announces that its argus range of thermal imaging cameras has been certified to levels outlined in the 2021 edition of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)1801, Standard on Thermal Imagers for the Fire Service. Argus thermal imaging cameras The argus range includes the Mi-TIC E, Mi-TIC E L, Mi-TIC 320, and Mi-TIC S models. Once again, Avon Protection offers the largest, most diverse, lightweight range of NFPA-compliant thermal imaging cameras. The 2021 edition of NFPA 1...

More than half of all Norfolk house fires last year started in the kitchen, with more than 200 blazes across the county being linked to cooking. Figures released by Norfolk Fire & Rescue Service as part of Home Fire Safety Week show that, in 2021, crews attended 389 fires in homes across the county, with 221 starting in the kitchen. Cooking-related causes included cookers (99), cooking rings/ hotplates (50), and grills/toasters (22) with other sources being microwaves and deep fat fryers....

Let’s face it, washing the car is nobody’s favourite job. So why not take the hassle out of it and head down to your local fire station for the National Car Wash. On Saturday (June 18) firefighters from Manea and Cottenham fire stations will be on hand to make your car sparkle. Your valued donations will go towards The Fire Fighters Charity who provide support and rehabilitation to the fire and rescue community. Previous car wash events held earlier in the year in other parts of th...

EEAST has joined forces with Hertfordshire Constabulary to roll out the life-saving GoodSAM scheme so that people who suffer a cardiac arrest get help as soon as possible.  The scheme, which went live in late May, allows frontline officers, PCSOs, specials, and first aid trained staff to voluntarily attend nearby incidents where somebody is in suspected cardiac arrest so that they can start CPR until an ambulance arrives. GoodSAM app Officers are notified via the GoodSAM app on their pho...

GORE-TEX Professional (Gore) raises protection for technical rescue teams to a new level with the introduction of a unique fabric that enhances comfort while protecting from blood-borne and viral pathogens as well as flash fire. The new GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® PYRAD® stretch fabric pushes the envelope for high-performance rescue garments, combining four of Gore’s proven technologies in technical rescue activities. This achieves unprecedented freedom of movement and mobility, while als...