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CFS brigades from the Heysen group are attending a structure fire at the butcher shop and adjoining residential property on Mawson Road Meadows. 6 trucks and approximately 20 firefighters have contained the fire to the ceiling, stopping it from spreading to the rest of the building and home.  Fortunately, the occupant was safely able to evacuate the property, with SA Ambulance Paramedics treating them for shock. Losses are estimated at $200,000 and fire causes investigators have been conta...

This past week has seen two serious fires impact high-rise buildings in New York and Dubai, highlighting the continued dangers of lithium-ion battery charging and cladding issues. On the morning of 5 November, a significant fire broke out at an apartment building in Manhattan after a charging e-bike battery malfunctioned. The spreading fire and smoke prevented people from escaping, meaning firefighters had to perform a daring rope rescue, as footage showed residents hanging out apartment window...

During a House of Commons debate on the Social Housing (Regulation) Bill, the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities, Michael Gove, agreed that the government should re-examine its stance on personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs) for disabled people. At a second reading of the bill on 7 November 2022, Michael Gove noted that work still needed to be done on building safety overall, adding that the outstanding concern over PEEPs was a ‘difficult and sensitive que...

FirePro, in association with the Cyprus Organization for Standardization (CYS), has co-organized the meetings of ISO/TC 21 Committee, and its Subcommittees ISO/TC 21/SC3, ISO/TC 21/SC 5 and ISO/TC 21/SC 8. The event, sponsored by FirePro, took place from the 25th October to the 28th of October 2022, at Miramare beach hotel in Limassol, Cyprus, with Working Groups also taking place during that week. ISO/TC 21 Committee The ISO/TC 21, Equipment for Fire Protection and Firefighting Committee dev...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is now accepting nominations for its Annual Fire Service Achievement Awards. NVFC recognizes the contributions of a lifetime volunteer firefighter, a leader in health and wellness, an outstanding junior firefighter, or a successful junior firefighter program.  Nominations are due by 5 pm EST on January 20, 2023 for the following awards: Lifetime Achievement Award - Sponsored by Lincoln Financial Group This award recognizes a volunteer firef...

Firefighters and staff have been praised for keeping communities across Tyne and Wear safe this Bonfire Night. Senior officers at Tyne and Wear Fire & Rescue Service (TWFRS) have revealed the busy Bonfire weekend passed without serious incident. TWFRS saw a 1.1% decrease of total incidents from the 1st to the 6th November (Bonfire reporting period) across Tyne & Wear, when compared with the same time last year. Pockets of anti-social behavior, and calls about illegal bonfires, meant it...

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigations Board’s (CSB) safety video released on October 27, 2022 has reached one million views in just over a week, passing the one million mark on Friday, November 4, 2022. The video titled ‘Wake Up Call: Refinery Disaster in Philadelphia,’ details a fire, explosions, and toxic hydrofluoric acid (HF) release that occurred at the Philadelphia Energy Solutions (PES) refinery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, on June 21, 2019. CSB&rsq...

At 14h31 on Monday afternoon, 7 November 2022, the SACFS responded to a truck fire on Carawa Road, approximately 30 kilometers east of Smoky Bay, South Australia. Damage due to fire The SACFS firefighters found a prime mover and its trailer in flames when they arrived at the scene. The driver of the truck was unharmed by the fire. SACFS crews were able to save the second trailer, however, the prime mover and the first trailer, along with its contents of wheat, were destroyed by the fire. Adj...

The damage bill from the Struan Research Centre in the state’s South East on Saturday has been increased to $5 million, up from the initial reports of $2 million. In the early hours of Saturday morning at 12:24 am, approximately 30 CFS volunteer firefighters on seven trucks and two specialized HazMat response vehicles responded to the Struan Research Centre, 16 kilometres south of Naracoorte, in the state’s South East. Fire Cause Investigators On arrival, crews found the Struan Re...

Flames engulfed a former care home near Haywards Heath, West Sussex, on 5 November 2022, with crews from West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service (WSFRS) sharing video footage of the blaze surrounding the derelict structure, which was in danger of collapse. Three fire crews and 10 fire appliances were dispatched when flames were spotted emerging from the former care home at 7 pm. At its height, 50 firefighters were in attendance alongside support officers. Multi-Agency response The service describ...

For the first time, coatings manufacturer - Hempel A/S participates in the UN climate summit COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. Hempel joins the summit to support and push for accelerated decarbonization, especially in the maritime and renewable energy industries. Addressing climate crisis “The climate crisis is an urgent global challenge. Nobody can stand alone in this. I am proud that Hempel is at COP27 to take part in conversations about how we can accelerate moving the needle toward a...

 A.P.E Fire & Security is currently recruiting for highly talented Installation Engineers to join its team. Based in Bristol and across the South West, A.P.E Fire & Security design, install and maintain innovative fire and security systems for many establishments. The successful candidates will become a key part of the team, installing various high-quality security systems and devices. Immediate start required.

Safe Fleet appoints a new Managing Director for its UK businesses. Steve Powell joins Safe Fleet as Managing Director of Durite and Labcraft. Durite is the UK’s brand in vehicle safety, lighting, and electrical parts for commercial vehicle aftermarkets and manufacturers. Labcraft is the UK’s manufacturer of high-performance and energy-efficient LED lighting for the commercial vehicle and emergency services sectors. providing safety solutions Steve Powell will lead both businesses,...

From December 7th to December 8th, 2022, the ninth edition of the VdS-BrandSchutzTage will take place in Cologne, Germany. The fire protection solution provider - WAGNER will present its portfolio of products and systems for plant fire protection at its booth C-06, focusing in particular on fire protection for lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-ion batteries are versatile and an indispensable part of everyday life. However, they also place special demands on fire protection. As an example, in addit...

Avon Protection announces certification of its Argus range of thermal imaging cameras, which include the Mi-TIC E, Mi-TIC E L, Mi-TIC 320, and Mi-TIC S models. Once again, Avon Protection offers the most diverse range NFPA compliant thermal imaging cameras. NFPA1801:2018 is the latest edition of the ‘Standard on Thermal Imagers for the Fire Service’. First published in 2013, the standard defines the minimum performance requirements for Thermal Imagers worldwide. Key changes in the 2...

Shoplifting is the most commonly recognized security problem in retail. Crime statistics indicate there were 382,000 incidents of shoplifting in 2018 and there has been a steady rise in the number since 2013. Most thefts occur during busy shopping days and hours. Shop staff is usually too busy serving honest customers to recognize and deter the shoplifter. So, how can retail spaces improve their security to prevent potential theft and break-ins? CCTV Installing a retail store security device,...

An intercom system allows personal contact with visitors without the need to physically answer the door. They also provide a sense of security by allowing homeowners and building occupants to determine who’s at the door before letting them in. An intercom, talkback, or door phone is a stand-alone voice communication system for use within a building or small collection of buildings, functioning independently of the public telephone network. Most intercom systems are stationary and fixed to...

Avon Protection announces the launch of the CH15, a revolutionary new, ultra-thin, single-size portable escape hood that provides a minimum of 15 minutes of respiratory vision and facial protection against Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear threats. The last decade has clearly demonstrated how the threat profile has changed significantly. Currently, most threats are unplanned, the CH15 is a development driven after an emerging requirement from specialist users to provide instant pro...

Avon Protection announces the launch of the Tactical Mask Communications (TMC) System, a communications solution for customers to interface between their headsets to the Avon series Air Purifying Respirator. Tactical Mask Communications (TMC) system is designed for users of Avon Respiratory Protection Equipment who require a simple yet scalable Tactical Communications solution when 'masked up'. Tactical Mask Communications (TMC) System The TMC is simple to configure, install and use, with a r...

Avon Protection has received NIOSH CBRN approval on its AvonAir™ modular powered air range. The Avon EZAir, MP-PAPR, and CS-PAPR usher in a new era of multipurpose and adaptable respiratory protection. The single filter Avon EZAir is the smallest and lightest CBRN-powered respirator available with the cost of ownership per use at nearly half that of PAPRs. The low-profile MP-PAPR provides supreme user comfort through its unique flexible construction and hydration integration capability....

The last decade has demonstrated that the nature of threats to international security has changed significantly. Structural challenges, such as terrorism, cyber-attacks, and nuclear proliferation have created an entirely new security environment. Avon has responded to the changing threat environment by broadening its offering to deliver end-to-end security solutions to customers from consultancy in specialist risk management and disaster recovery to world-leading protection and thermal imaging...

Safe Fleet: Fire, EMS, and Industrial (FRC, FoamPro, Elkhart Brass, ROM) is excited to announce the addition of Steve Falke as the company’s new Senior Director of Industrial Sales. In his new role, Steve Falke will be responsible for the leadership of the FEI Industrial Sales team, developing new business opportunities and creating customized solutions to meet customers’ diverse needs. Extensive industry experience Steve Falke has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administrat...

Galvin Engineering has appointed Three Sixty Distribution as their selling agent in New Zealand (NZ). Three Sixty Distribution provides the NZ market with Mechanical, Refrigeration and plumbing products and have built their success around having strong relationships with the key merchants in New Zealand, with their head office based in Christchurch. Galvin Engineering’s products now available in New Zealand Galvin Engineering’s complete range of tapware and associated products wil...

Media and the public are advised that Total Fire Bans have been declared for 31 October 2022 in the following Fire Ban Districts: Northeast Pastoral – Extreme Total Fire Ban Where Total Fire Bans have been declared, very hazardous fire weather conditions are predicted. The Total Fire Ban will apply for 24 hours. The CFS recommends implementing Bushfire Survival Plan. Fire Danger Rating Where fire ban districts have an Extreme forecast fire danger rating, only well prepared,...

The Environment Services Association (ESA) has launched it's latest ‘Take Charge’ recycling campaign to counter the rising number of fires caused by batteries that have not been disposed of correctly. recycle batteries First launched in 2020, the campaign aims to warn consumers of the dangers related to ‘zombie’ batteries, which can be a potential fire risk if they are thrown away alongside residual waste or via other recycling methods. Instead, it urges consumers to r...

A hotel company has been ordered to pay £16,590 in fines and costs for breaching fire safety regulations and potentially putting lives at risk. Union and Western Hotels Ltd, the company that runs the Union Hotel in Penzance, has been fined after pleading guilty to failing to meet fire safety regulations.  fire safety failings It comes after a fire safety inspection, conducted in October 2020, saw officers from Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) uncover several fire safet...

In 2022, Jinhong Gas imported several liquid helium storage tanks, which increased the choice of helium supply and lowered helium price in China. It makes it easier for customers to purchase helium, ultra-high-pure helium, medical helium, and compressed helium can be transported and provided more conveniently. Cryogenic pressure vessel Helium is a key cryogenic material in semiconductor, medical and other industries because of its small proportion in air. Due to the high demand for helium and...

The FLIR K2 is a rugged, reliable, and highly affordable thermal imaging camera designed specifically for firefighters to help them find their way in the thickest smoke and make the right decisions quickly when every second counts. Show the firefighting team the right way, identify the most appropriate fire-fighting method, or locate people in need of help in time, even under the most difficult conditions. Dual retractable lanyard kit With any purchase of a K2, Teledyne FLIR is offering a fre...

Informa Markets’ ASEAN M&E 2022 show is set to welcome10,000 visitors from 60 countries from 7–9 Nov 2022 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), in Malaysia. Being the first fully physical exhibition since the COVID-19 pandemic, ASEAN M&E – Southeast Asia’s premier Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, and Energy trade show will host 150 exhibitors from more than 11 countries, with 4 grand international pavilions (Singapore, India, China, and Turkey). Visitor e...

The CPD seminars are designed for architects and other construction professionals across the specification chain. The seminars are free to attend and they usually require about one hour, in order to present the Active Fire Curtain Barriers CPD seminar, which includes approximately 15 minutes for a Q&A (Questions & Answers) session. The next monthly CPD seminars will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, from 11 am to 12 pm. Coopers Fire’s monthly CPD seminars Coopers Fire i...