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Passive Fire Protection (PFP) is equipment that can help prevent or minimize the spread of fire. The equipment or items involved in PFP include fire curtains, fire-resistant walls, fire stopping, fire doors, dampers etc. They all work to help to slow the spread of a fire once it has started, as quickly as possible. PFP also provides a time window in which people can be evacuated if the fire, heat or smoke worsens. This is particularly valuable in the likes of elderly care homes, hospitals and l...

The Fire Safety and Organisational Statistics report shows 3,490 wholetime operational firefighters in 2022-23, compared with 3,530 the year before, around a one percent reduction. SFRS Interim Deputy Chief Officer and Director of People, Liz Barnes, said, “We are fortunate to have a wealth of experience in our workforce with over half of wholetime operational staff serving 15 years or longer." decrease in wholetime firefighters Liz Barnes adds, “The longer-term picture shows an o...

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service was alerted at 1.40 pm on Monday, 28 August, 2023, to reports of a fire at a commercial landfill site in Dunbar. East Operations Control mobilized resources to the scene and on arrival firefighters found a significant area of landfill domestic waste well alight. Until Tuesday, 29 August, 2023, at 5 pm, SFRS crews supported Valencia Waste Management staff who were using heavy plant machinery and on-site water pumps to extinguish the fire. Following a detailed...

As one of the UK’s pioneering providers of passive fire protection products, were keen to find out more about fire safety in England's different industries. From retail to the food and beverage sector, are there any industries that stick out in terms of fire safety? And, building on that, are there certain workers disproportionately at risk from fires in their working environments? Fire statistics Using official fire statistics from the Home Office, investigated the number of prima...

Multiple Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews are battling a fire in a multi-storey building at Darlington, in inner Sydney. The blaze broke out around 8 a.m. inside a third-floor apartment on Abercrombie Street, near Ivy Street. The incident was quickly upgraded to a '3rd Alarm' level response, with FRNSW deploying more than 30 firefighters and 10 fire trucks to the scene. Fire crews immediately began attacking the flames, while conducting an initial search of the building. However, the...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have located a body inside a third-floor apartment destroyed by fire now at Darlington, in inner Sydney. More than 30 firefighters and 10 fire trucks were deployed to attack the '3rd Alarm' blaze in Abercrombie Street, near Ivy Street, around 8 am. Firefighting efforts and safety FRNSW crews initially entered the building, but were forced to withdraw when conditions became to dangerous FRNSW crews initially entered the building, but were forced to withdraw,...

When it comes to home security, choosing the right alarm system is crucial. Wireless burglar alarms have become increasingly popular due to their easy installation, flexibility, and smart home integration. But how do wireless burglar alarms compare to traditional wired alarms? Let’s explore their benefits, features, and whether a wireless system is the right choice for a property. What Are Wireless Burglar Alarms? A wireless burglar alarm uses radio signals instead of physical wiring to...

A fire alarm service is like a thorough check-up for the entire fire alarm system. However, weekly testing is more like a quick check to ensure the fire alarm works properly and catches any issues. Moreover, this weekly testing guideline is based on something called British Standard BS 5839, which is what the UK government suggests they follow when it comes to taking care of their fire alarms. The 5 steps to carry out the Fire Alarm weekly test Schedule the Test: Choose a suitable time whe...

The Scottish Government has provided funding of £56,000 to enable firefighters based in Scotland to participate in a UK-wide health screening program, which is being facilitated by the Fire Brigades Union and the University of Central Lancashire. Around 1,000 UK firefighters will take part in trials, which will include blood tests to look for early signs of illness and cancer and these trials will help to inform the evidence around potential future annual health screening arrangements. S...

RealWear, Inc., the pioneer of hands-free wearable computers for frontline workers, announced the launch of its next-generation Intrinsically Safe (IS) headset, RealWear Navigator® Z1. Built for productivity and safety in industries such as oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and mining, the hands-free IS wearable solution frees a worker’s hands to make operations smarter, safer, and more efficient.  Industrial wearable solution Whether conducting an inspection round on a rig at sea...

Briggs & Stratton is pleased to announce the appointment of Joe Liotine as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective August 29, 2023. Extensive experience Mr. Liotine joins Briggs & Stratton after serving 18 years in senior roles at Whirlpool Corporation, most recently as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), where he led the Global KitchenAid business, had global responsibility for product development, R&D, sourcing, and IT, and was instrumental in building world-class o...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have declared safe the scene of a hazardous materials emergency this morning at Woollahra, in Sydney's inner east. Around 9 am, workers, carrying out renovations at an apartment in Oxford Street, discovered a plastic bag, marked 'uranium' in a wall cavity. zero reading for radiation The workers were monitored by paramedics throughout the incident but displayed no signs Concerned about possible radiation contamination, they called Triple Zero (000), sparking...

The Ukraine conflict confirms that wars are also fought in urban environments. Russia is mainly aiming its attacks at the neighboring country’s large city centers. Reliable, technology-supported reconnaissance is a key factor in gaining the upper hand here. Sensors are an important resource for this. Classifying gunshots and drones Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Communication, Information Processing, and Ergonomics FKIE are looking into the ways that the systems can provide...

Anheuser-Busch has released the latest chapter in its “That’s Who We Are” campaign with a tribute to the dedicated network of employees, partners, and first responders who support local communities in times of need. drinking water program Launching in time for National Preparedness Month in September, the new “We Can’t Predict. We Can Prepare.” spot builds on Anheuser-Busch’s 35-year commitment to disaster relief efforts. This ad spotlights those who...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators plan to further examine the scene of a fatal weekend fire at Punchbowl, in Sydney’s west, in a bid to determine the cause. The fire broke out on the top floor of the two-storey townhouse in Highclere Avenue around 10 pm on Saturday night (26 August). Three people were downstairs eating a meal when thick smoke began billowing through the home. NSW Ambulance paramedics A man and a woman made it safely outside while the third resident, a 54-ye...

Fire has destroyed an old coal tower overnight at Casino, in the state’s northern rivers district, causing disruptions to the Brisbane-Sydney rail corridor. At least seven Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) appliances, supported by Rural Fire Service (RFS) units and a bulk water tanker, responded to the blaze at rail yards in Bent Street around 1.30 am. Heavy timber structure Flames quickly engulfed the heavy timber structure. Fire crews established an exclusion zone and formed a defensiv...

This September, fire service staff and volunteers will be hosing down cars at Cambridge, Burwell and Chatteris Fire Station to raise money for The Fire Fighters Charity. Vehicles of all shapes and sizes are welcome. Previously, cars, bikes, vans, trucks, and even tractors have been known to come along. Fire Fighters Charity The event will be raising money for The Fire Fighters Charity, which is currently celebrating 80 years of providing support and rehabilitation to both serving and retired...

His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) reviewed crime data recorded during 2021-22, where a victim was identified, and found that in 61% of cases the victim’s ethnicity was not recorded, in 26% sex wasn’t recorded, and in 27% the age wasn’t stated. The inspectorate said that while the police have done much work in recent years to identify race disparity in stop and search, in too many areas, forces are unable to accurately ass...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have contained a major acid spill at a factory at Dubbo, in the state's central west. The incident occurred at the business in Purvis Lane around 5.30 in the morning.  Around 300 liters of acid spilt into machinery, sparking a small fire, which was quickly extinguished. Approximately 24 staff were evacuated without injury. process of decontaminating the premises Three fire trucks and a Hazardous Materials team responded to the location. 20 firefighters a...

Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters, specialising in Urban Search and Rescue (USAR), have taken part in a major global exercise testing their preparedness to respond to a catastrophic earthquake. The Asia Pacific Earthquake Response Exercise (APERE), held in Brisbane this week, has involved a mock scenario in which a severe earthquake causes significant loss of life and collapsed buildings. Australia's preparedness for a disaster Experts have been evaluating Australia's preparedness for a disast...

Installing a building fire alarm is a must if they want to be on the safer side. These fire alarms will help detect any smoke around it and make noise, thus alerting them.  However, it is not any smoke or fire all the time. If the building’s Fire alarm system has any problem, the fire alarm makes noise and starts ringing anytime, which may cause panic amongst the people. The building’s fire alarm Fire alarms will help detect any smoke around it and make noise, thus alerting t...

25 August 2023 commemorates the 51st anniversary of the Kilbirnie Street fire, a tragic incident in Glasgow that claimed the lives of seven firefighters. On Friday, 25 August 1972, at 11.20 am, the Glasgow Fire Service dispatched crews to the Sher Brothers warehouse on Kilbirnie Street in response to an ongoing fire. Upon arrival, the firefighters were confronted with a vicious blaze that had engulfed the building. loss of all seven firefighters Tragically, Firefighter James Rook became trapp...

Firefighters from both ends of the county had a busy morning on August 23, 2023, tackling fires caused by incorrect disposal of batteries. A crew from Cambridge was called just after 7 a.m. on Wednesday morning to a fire involving refuse from a lorry on Hauxton Road in Trumpington. Local recycling center Less than an hour later crews from Dogsthorpe and Stanground were called to a lorry fire in Bretton, Peterborough. Both fires were caused by batteries being discarded in household refuse. Ac...

A contribution from Dow has increased the number of volunteer fire departments to receive US$ 10,000 through the 2023 CHEMTREC® HELP Award in partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC). The CHEMTREC® Hazmat Emergencies Local Preparedness (HELP) Award is designed to help volunteer fire departments increase local preparedness and response capabilities for hazardous materials incidents. Thanks to Dow, a total of five recipients will be selected to receive US$ 10,000 each i...

The US state of Oregon’s request for a federal Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) was approved by FEMA Region 10 Administrator - Willie G. Nunn on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at 10:00 p.m. PT. He determined that the Liberty Fire threatened to cause such destruction as would constitute a major disaster. This is the second FMAG declared in 2023 to help fight Oregon wildfires. At the time of the state’s request, the wildfire threatened homes in and around the communities of Liber...

Kidde Engineered Systems, a pioneering fire and life safety brand committed to delivering the highest standards in commercial fire and life safety protection for more than 100 years, announced its new Kidde Commercial brand identity. Kidde Commercial is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the pioneering global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. Rebranded Kidde Commercial The rebranded Kidde Commercial aims to set a new standard f...

Kidde Engineered Systems, a fire and life safety brand committed to delivering the highest commercial fire and life safety protection standards for more than 100 years, announced its new Kidde Commercial brand identity.  Kidde Commercial is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, intelligent building and cold chain solutions. holistic commercial fire solution Kidde Commercial will unveil its new branding and holistic commercial fire s...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) and its emergency services partners have jolted thousands of teenagers into being smarter and safer drivers, staging confronting car crash simulations to press home the potential consequences of poor decisions behind the wheel. The realistic demonstrations have formed part of the three-day ‘bstreetsmart’ event, an initiative of the Trauma Service at Westmead Hospital, held at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney’s west. It is aimed at reducing the fatali...

The school summer break presents a golden opportunity for Trustee Fire & Security to carry out a full-service overhaul, unimpeded by the bustling activities of daily school life. This period allows the team to dedicate ample time and resources to ensure that every nook and cranny of the school facility is inspected and serviced, leaving no stone unturned when it comes to safety. School safety Safety within schools should always be a top priority. TFS takes this responsibility seriously by...

Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect the communities, facing various risks in their line of duty. To ensure safety, it's crucial that the gear remains in top-notch condition.  3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material, Series 5680 Fire Coat Comfort Trim, plays a significant role in enhancing visibility during firefighting operations. However, like any other equipment, wear and tear may occur over time, necessitating proper inspection and repairs. Here are some ways to...