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BAFSA has applauded Cheshire Fire Authority’s recent investment of £36,000 in sprinklers to help protect a newly renovated block of flats in Warrington, United Kingdom (UK). To date, Cheshire Fire Authority has invested over £200,000 in retrofitting sprinklers in high-rise blocks across the county and this most recent project is the 18th building they have helped protect from fire. Sprinkler retrofit work at Kingsway House The installation of the sprinkler system in the buil...

ZZEUS Training has expanded its portfolio of industry-specialized qualifications to include the long-awaited first-ever mandatory NVQ for fire alarm engineers. The EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Providing Electronic Fire and Security Systems is the qualification necessary for fire alarm engineers to independently operate on fire alarm systems. This qualification acts as a crucial stepping stone toward the Experienced Worker Assessment, a prerequisite for obtaining the esteemed ECS FESS Fire Al...

Warringtonfire has increased its fire resistance testing capacity to cater to the heightened demand for UKAS-accredited testing space from product manufacturers within the built environment and transport sectors. additional testing capacity The additional testing capacity has been created through improved operational planning at peak times, better communication around available test slots, and the cumulative impact of a 15-month process optimization plan. It is immediately available and inclu...

Zeta Alarm Systems have always placed a great importance on training and have welcomed visitors from across globe to their dedicated training center. Over recent months, the entire course structure has been re-written from which two brand new courses have been devised: Standard Training for Quatro and Fyreye MKII Advanced Training for Quatro and Fyreye MKII New Training Courses Both courses last a day and provide invaluable insights into the Quatro networkable panel combined with the ne...

Zeta Alarm Systems would like to announce that their Fyreye MKII series of conventional detectors now carries LPCB certification in addition to DBI. Prior to the launch of the MKII series, Zeta Alarm Systems successfully promoted two ranges of conventional detectors namely; the Fyreye series carrying LPCB certification and the Fyreye Extra that was certified by DBI. Single range of conventional detectors This was an intentional strategy to maximize the global appeal of Zeta conventional dete...

It is important to take steps to fireproof wood decks that are located adjacent to or close to the home, particularly if you reside in a region that is prone to bush/wildfires. As decks are very vulnerable to fire, it is essential to fireproof them. Without this precaution, should the deck catch fire, it could rapidly spread to the windows, doors and siding nearby, and eventually into the residence. A fire retardant spray should be used to safeguard the deck from fire, and should be applie...

Since developing the new Fyreye MII addressable protocol, Zeta Alarm Systems have worked extremely hard to gain 3rd party approval for the devices that make up this range. It is, therefore, with great pleasure that Zeta announces the MKII addressable detectors now have LPCB certification to the EN54 standards. MKII detector range The MKII detector range consists of an Optical Smoke, Rate Of Rise, Fixed Heat and Combined Smoke & Heat detector. Each detector is encased in a modern enclosur...

Ever noticed a wifi-like symbol next to payment points, subway passes, or when unlocking cars or houses? Ever seen the three-letter acronym NFC lately? Most would answer yes to these questions, but even if they are unsure, chances are they have used the technology without even realizing it. This is because the technology is extremely simple and smooth to use. Now they can use the same technology to be and feel safer on their adventures or in their workplace. Apple's New Release Levels The Play...

Universal Fire And Security have recently completed the upgrade of the fire alarm system in Windsor House Plymouth of Plymouth City Council. The existing fire alarm system of the 6 storey building needed upgrading to L2 requirements and Universal chose to use the Quatro networkable addressable system. Networkable addressable system Universal were tasked with ensuring the fire alarm system was operational whilst at the same time carrying out phased upgrading throughout the building. Mark Gi...

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has published an update to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). The NPPF was revised on 19 December 2023 in response to the Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill: reforms to national planning policy consultation and sets out the government’s planning policies for England and how these are expected to be applied. Developer contributions system CIC responded to the original NPPF consultation last year to express conce...

Fire Alarm Systems consist of complex, intelligent components with powerful microprocessors and software at their core. Enhancements, improvements, and changes in processors and software, with controls similar to a personal computer, provide radical improvements in dealing with some problems. These improvements are: Reducing the number of false alarms, Providing user-friendly controls, Parameter sets for faster detection, Power consumption and outputs, Facility and control interfaces,...

MÜNSTER Numerous major fires in historic buildings, including the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral, have repeatedly highlighted the particular threat to cultural property in recent years.  Whether monasteries, castles and palaces, half-timbered houses, or old industrial buildings, they were all not built according to modern fire protection specifications and have only rarely been retrofitted. BRAWA project The BRAWA project (preserving cultural assets through the motivation of helpers a...

Fire alarm systems are necessary for the protection of life and property. Fire detection systems are required by law in most non-domestic buildings where people work or visit, such as offices, shops, hotels, and public places.  A fire safety risk assessment must be made and updated by the employer or the building owners/residents in accordance with the regulation. Fire detection and alarm systems According to the results of the evaluations to be made, it is necessary to ensure that all f...

Honeywell, one of the pioneering brands in fire and life safety, recently unveiled its NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ fire control system, an all-in-one fire panel that delivers reliable protection, scalability, efficient monitoring, as well as flexible and timely reporting.   NOTIFIER INSPIRE panel The NOTIFIER INSPIRE panel is connected through Honeywell’s Connected Life Safety Services (CLSS) platform. CLSS delivers real-time visibility of the fire system to installers, s...

Fire fighters are being urged to take extra precautions when approaching structure fires involving residential energy storage systems (ESS), an increasingly popular home energy source that uses lithium-ion battery technology. The findings are part of an exhaustive report released by the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and UL Solutions, based on a two-year research project examining the characteristics of fires resulting from the overheating of lithium battery systems stored in...

Public buildings, like schools, libraries, and offices, are places where people come together. Keeping these places safe from fires is super important. Fires can start quickly and spread even faster, putting everyone inside at risk. That’s why the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) offers tips to keep these buildings safe. By following these fire safety tips, establishments can help ensure that everyone can get out safely, if a fire starts and the damage is kept as low as possibl...

One of the key reasons fireproofing in high-rise buildings is essential is because of the time it provides for evacuation and rescue operations. In the event of a fire, occupants on higher floors may have limited means of escape. Fireproofing in high-rise buildings that use fireproofing materials and techniques can delay the spread of flames, allowing more time for people to evacuate safely and for emergency responders to reach the affected areas. Fireproofing in high-rise buildings High-rise...

It’s been another busy year for the fire safety industry, with higher risk building registration and the new Building Safety Regulator under reforms of the Building Safety Act. Designed to provide greater accountability and management of higher-risk buildings, the Building Safety Act 2022 mandated two new roles for managing building safety – Accountable Persons and Principal Accountable Persons. FIREX International 2023 FIREX also returned to ExCel this year, covering the latest i...

Fire detection and warning systems are necessary for all kinds of industrial facilities such as businesses, factories, warehouses, and all kinds of buildings to minimize the loss of life and property and to take precautions against fire hazards. To protect the lives of the employees, or building occupants during danger and to prevent damage to the materials and machinery in the building, routine checks of fire alarm systems should be made, and all components must work flawlessly and in sync. We...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection announced the winners for its 2023 Passive Fire Protection (PFP) Awards on 23 November at the Association’s Awards Dinner at the Leonardo Royal Hotel in London. ASFP Managing Director Mike Ward was joined by guest speaker, and comedian Hal Cruttenden, to present the awards to each worthy winner. The winners are:  ASFP Installation of the Year: Coopers Fire for its work in the Great Mosque of Mecca, Mataf Tunnels, installing a series of...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched its Competence Framework, a free library of information, which defines activities specific to passive fire protection (PFP) across the building lifecycle, providing a benchmark for competence for all PFP activities. The Competence Framework forms the first step on the ASFP’s Competency Pathway, which aims to support the industry in adopting a unified approach to building, evidencing and promoting competence across the PFP...

Fire safety is important in any building, but in the aftermath of Grenfell Tower, additional scrutiny has been placed on tower blocks, high-rise buildings, and social housing. Given the number of occupants in these buildings and the speed at which fire can spread, the passage of flames and smoke must be inhibited through a fully compliant compartmentation strategy. passive fire protection measures Compartmentation incorporates passive fire protection measures such as fire-resistant cavity bar...

Following post-Grenfell inquiries, large-scale changes have been enacted in the Building Safety Act (2022) regarding the role of fire safety in construction and building maintenance. The bill will run alongside the Fire Safety Act (FSA) to strengthen oversight, creating an independent regulator to be established by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Here is an overview of the new roles and responsibilities enacted by the bill, and their implications for accountability and transparency...

It is essential that staff and students are safe in their place of learning, whether it’s a school, university, college, or anywhere else. According to research, an average of 1,500 fires happen each year in educational establishments, causing a “significant impact on the social and emotional experiences of pupils, staff and the wider community and on teaching and learning in the affected schools.” According to insurance reports from Zurich, in 2019 alone there were...

Technical Guidance Document 21 clearly identifies the limited applications when BS EN 16034 can be used in the United Kingdom (UK), but goes on to state that the ASFP also recommends that in these limited occasions, where the use of a CE Marked fire curtain product is mandated, this should still be augmented with certification to BS 8524-1 and BS 8524-2. There is a lot of misinformation being shared in the market about BS 8524 and the CE Marking of fire curtains, principally from resellers of p...

After the tragic incidents at Grenfell Tower almost seven years ago, an inquiry was set up to ensure that it never happens again. Out of that inquiry, a number of new Regulations have been introduced to ensure the safety of all existing and new High-rise Residential Buildings. A new Department has been created in Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) to inspect the North East Region to keep the people who live in high-rise residential buildings safe in their homes. New inspection progr...

Blackline Safety Corp., a global pioneer in connected safety technology, announced that it has secured a new deal valued at $3.5 million with a North American infrastructure company with operations in natural gas, oil, and power industries. cloud-connected wearables The company selected Blackline Safety to provide more than 850 G7x cloud-connected wearable safety devices for their workforce, who often work in remote or confined spaces in hazardous locations. The company also purchased over 850...

In an ongoing effort to enhance wildfire emergency preparedness and safety in the community, Emergency Preparedness in Calabasas, a Fire Safe Council (EPIC-FSC) is urging all residents to stay informed and connected through essential emergency notification services. With the upcoming wildfire season, being well-prepared and informed is crucial to protect loved ones and property. Getting prepared "In the face of uncertainty, preparedness is our greatest asset,” explains Brian Cameron, Pr...

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Fire-Dex, the country’s fastest-growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders, is excited to announce the renewal of its exclusive partnership with the Fire Dept. Coffee, the beloved veteran-owned coffee brand founded and run by firefighters. This new agreement solidifies Fire-Dex's position as the official head-to-toe protective gear sponsor of the Fire Dept. Coffee for the next three years. TECGEN51 and TECGEN71 apparel As part of the extended collaboration, the team at Fire Dept....