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Bushfires are inevitable; a lightning strike, human negligence, accidents, or arson can start this catastrophe. It is important for people living in rural, semi-rural or a country town to be aware of their area is on a fire-prone zone; the Shire council have maps that locate these zones. The Shire is responsible for securing certain procedures that are conducted and that the standards of fire preparedness in the local community are high. Some of these procedures include reducing flammable fuels...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced Roger Allard, Robert G. Bill, Gunnar Heskestad, and Hsiang-Cheng Kung as the winners of 2019 Phillip J. DiNenno Prize. The award and $50,000 in prize money were presented at NFPA’s Conference & Expo in San Antonio. The prestigious DiNenno Prize recognizes groundbreaking innovations that have had a significant impact in the building, fire and electrical safety fields. The prize is named for the late Philip J. DiNenno, the greatl...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) elected Patrick J. Morrison to its board of directors at the association’s annual Conference & Expo in San Antonio. The three-year term for each member takes effect upon the close of the conference. Three existing board members, Hatem Kheir, Teresa L. Deloach Reed, and Stacy N. Welch were re-elected to a second three-year term. General President At IAFF Morrison serves as assistant to the general president for occupational health, safet...

At the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Conference & Expo in San Antonio on Sunday, the association presented a series of awards that recognize outstanding achievements in fire and life safety. Harry C. Bigglestone Award The Harry C. Bigglestone Award is given annually to a paper appearing in Fire Technology that best represents excellence in the communication of fire protection concepts. This award honors the memory of Harry C. Bigglestone, who served as a trustee of th...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has announced Jon Nisja, fire safety supervisor with the Minnesota State Fire Marshal Division (SFMD), as the winner of the 2019 James M. Shannon Advocacy Medal. Nisja has been awarded the 2019 medal for his passion and career-long commitment to fire safety. In particular, Nisja played a key role in changing model codes and strengthening Minnesota’s fire code. Promoting fire safety The James M. Shannon Advocacy Medal was established in hono...

Streamlight, Inc., a renowned provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices for the law enforcement market, has renewed its sponsorship of Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) for the 20th year in a row. The company’s support helps to underwrite ongoing programs and activities for survivors of fallen officers. Streamlight’s contribution for 2019 totaled $121,000, including $8,700 in proceeds from recent sales of its Blue Nano Light and Blue Siege A...

INTERSCHUTZ 2020 starts soon under the motto "Future location". The world's pioneer trade fair for fire brigade, rescue, civil protection and security takes place from 15 to 20 June 2020 in Hanover. Exhibitors from all over the world present their products and services, ranging from equipment for technical assistance and civil protection, to the equipment of fire stations, fire protection, extinguishing technology, vehicles and vehicle equipment, information and organization technology, medical...

Oakland County is enhancing the safety of residents, guests and businesses by improving the ability of first responders to communicate with each other during emergencies, including seamless interoperability with neighboring counties as well as state and federal agencies, County Executive L. Brooks Patterson has announced. ASTRO 25 LMR network The county has entered into a contract with Motorola Solutions to replace its aging public safety radio system with the ASTRO 25 land-mobile radio (LMR)...

Navistar, globally renowned maker of commercial trucks and buses, has decided to make capital investments of approximately US$ 125 million in new and expanded manufacturing facilities in the state of Alabama, the company has announced. The investment will bring 145 additional jobs to the company's Huntsville facility. Big-bore powertrains The company, Navistar Inc. which is also a global manufacturer of international brand diesel engines at its plant in Huntsville, plans to make the new invest...

Sepura is showcasing its new Over the Air Programming (OTAP) capability at Critical Communications World 2019 in Kuala Lumpur. TETRA radio fleets Developed to support easier management and upgrade of TETRA radio fleets, Over the Air Programming enables remote updates and upgrades of software and features on Sepura’s latest SC Series of radios through Wi-Fi connectivity. Fleet Managers face logistical headaches having to collect radios back from sites to install radio upgrades in the tra...

Carrier’s fire safety brands will display their extensive fire detection and suppression solutions at NFPA 2019, June 17 – 19 in San Antonio, Texas. On display in booth #1437 will be a wide range of fire products and systems that protect residential, commercial, institutional and light to heavy industrial areas in multiple applications, including oil & gas, power generation, data centers, automotive, hospitality, campus, marine and food and beverage. Carrier is a global provider...

The ARA Group is pleased to announce that on 28 May 2019, ARA acquired NEDA Facilities Services  (NEDA), a building services business based in Auckland. Led by Managing Director - Greg Froude, NEDA provides comprehensive facility services for some of New Zealand’s largest and most significant organizations from major retailers, commercial offices, and infrastructure companies to government departments, educational facilities, and heritage buildings.  new opportunities Edw...

The Construction Industry Council (CIC) inaugurated Stephen Hodder MBE as its new Chair at its Council Meeting on 11 June 2019. Stephen succeeds Professor John Nolan, in this role for a two year term of office starting with immediate effect. John Nolan now becomes Deputy Chairman for a year, in accordance with CIC’s rules and byelaws. Stephen Hodder MBE, a former RIBA President, is the Chairman of Hodder + Partners is the incorporated continuation of Hodder Associates which he founded in....

Imagine you’re a dispatcher using six different screens to find the information you need to coordinate an emergency response. Motorola Solutions is taking this complex process and making it simpler by integrating call handling and computer aided dispatch (CAD) software for seamless information management. “As part of our voice and CAD software offerings, we’re taking separate products and merging them into one integrated call control solution,” said Andrew Sinclair, corp...

Many assume that fire alarms are unnecessary, but in reality it is one of the most fundamental fire safety measures to consider is installing a fire alarm system. In the case of fire or emergency, the alarms alert everyone who is busy, working, or sleeping. They give off an early warning, before the fire goes out of hand. Australian Standards The significance of having a well-functioning fire alarm system cannot be overstated in fire safety The significance of having a well-functioning fire...

Building owners/managers are obliged by law to maintain a fire-safe household or establishment. A fire outbreak can cause a devastating loss or damage to life and property. However, this can be prevented by complying with the safety standards. The safety standards require some fire protection equipment installed that suits the property or building design. TAS fire equipment requirements The required type and number of fire protection equipment are dependent on the size of the building The re...

In all areas of Tasmania where the risk of bushfire is considered high, the State may require TAS Fire Permits during certain period. The objective of this permit is to coordinate and monitor controlled burning of vegetation and reduce the risk of spreading the fire. Permit periods are commonly enforced from November to March or during the dry summer period; this may vary from year to year relying on the dryness of the vegetation and the risk of fire. TAS Fire Services TAS Fire Services permi...

Installation of Fire Protection Equipment is one of the fundamental methods of maintaining fire safety in an establishment. Though most fire incidents can be prevented, it is best to have a suitable system to put off the fire or warn everyone on the premises in case it does occur. The first step in finding the appropriate fire equipment is to clearly define and understand the purpose of the fire protection system. Design of a fire protection system In planning the design of a fire protection...

Legislation in Tasmania requires building owners and occupants to have their fire protection equipment regularly serviced, tested, maintained and repaired by a holder of a permit issued by the Chief Officer of the Tasmania Fire Service. It is a violation for a person to service any fire protection equipment, including installation, maintenance, or rectification, without TAS fire permits. Fire protection equipment includes fire extinguishers, fire hose reels, fire hydrants, hydrant valves,...

In 2008, Jacob Foster launched Fraser Coast Fire - a fire protection company - amidst the impending 2008 Global Financial Crisis. Though this wasn't the best time to open a new business, the company flourished with the right pricing and quality services. By 2010, the company had expanded its services outside of the Wide Bay Region; this prompted a change in the business name to FCF Fire & Electrical. FCF team FCF offers its quality services in capital cities across Australia and regional...

At Annual General Meeting of the Tyne and Wear Fire Authority, Councillor Tony Taylor was appointed as the new Chair. Tony has been a Councillor for Washington East in Sunderland since 2014 and is employed locally as a clamp truck driver. Tony has been a member of the Fire Authority since May 2018, and replaces the previous Chair, Barry Curran. Commenting on his appointment, Tony said: “I am delighted to have been appointed Chair of the Fire Authority. This is a new era for the fire servi...

During the month of May, Ohler went to Selma, AL to take part in a full week of events focused on temporary housing. The first initiative was to install Ohler’s next generation Tank and Pump System (TPS) and validate its fit, form, and function. The second initiative was to witness/assess the Ohler TPS performance in a live fire exercise. Ohler Tank and Pump System (TPS) The Ohler Tank and Pump System (TPS) performed as expected and extinguished the fire in seconds. Finally, a live-fir...

ISSEE takes every aspect of security seriously and, with so much of operations and business now taking place online, cyber-crime is an ever-growing concern for companies across the globe. The recent addition of the Cyber Essentials certification is the latest measure that ISSEE has taken to protect the data security of its clients and employees. Cyber Essentials certification The Cyber Essentials certification, run by the National Cyber Security Centre, is an initiative produced with collabor...

E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group and a manufacturer of fire apparatus, is pleased to welcome North Central Emergency Vehicles as the dealer in Nebraska, Northern Kansas and South Dakota. North Central Emergency Vehicles has been in business for over 55 years. Owner Fred Pawelk’s father, Jerry Pawelk, founded the business in 1964. Jerry was also a fire chief, and many of North Central Emergency Vehicles’ employees are current or former fire service or rescue professionals. From refur...

Former Watch Manager Malcolm Cowie, believed to be the UK’s longest serving operational whole-time firefighter, has been recognized in the Queen’s Birthday Honors List. The 65-year-old, who hung up his helmet with Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) last year after joining at 16 and dedicating nearly 50 years of his life to the service, has received the Queen's Fire Service Medal. KFRS Chief Executive Ann Millington said: “This is an outstanding achievement for Malcolm and is...

At the end of March 2019, the Swedish Police announced Swedish Radio Supply as supplier of Rakel TETRA handheld terminals. An agreement which extends for two years with an option to further extend for another two years. Sepura and Swedish Radio Supply have announced that the Swedish Police also selected Swedish Radio Supply as the continued supplier of vehicle terminals for the next two years, also with an option for extension for another two years. Sepura TETRA devices Since the Swedish Polic...

Messe Frankfurt has acquired a stake in nmedia GmbH, the European provider in the field of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), with which it is setting up the Group’s “Nextrade” digital B2B marketplace. Philipp Ferger has been appointed second Managing Director of nmedia GmbH effective 1 June 2019 and will share management responsibilities with Nicolaus Gedat. In addition to his new function as Managing Director of nmedia, Mr Ferger will remain responsible for Tendence and Nord...

FDIC International 2019 was one of the most exciting shows in recent years, thanks to the debut of the HURST Jaws of Life® eDRAULIC® Watertight Extrication Tool (EWXT) - the industry’s first battery-powered watertight rescue tool. They had a great time demoing the S 788EWXT and SP 555EWXT with the tools submerged in 75-gallon water tanks at the booth. Fast-forward just a few weeks, and the tools were still underwater. But this time, they were in the water with them. HURST Jaws of...

A large stack fire, that was started deliberately, has had crews at the scene tackling it since the early hours of the morning, preventing them from being available to attend to other emergencies. The fire, on Blackmoor Drove near Mepal, started at 2.15 am on Thursday (6th June 2019) and involves around 2,500 tonnes of straw. One crew from Chatteris initially attended and found a fire involving two large stacks of bailed straw well alight that was spreading to a third stack. Firefighters worke...

FDIC International 2019 was one of the most exciting shows in recent years, thanks to the debut of the HURST Jaws of Life’s eDRAULIC watertight extrication tool (EWXT) line, the industry’s first battery-powered watertight rescue tool. HURST Jaws of Life had a great time demonstrating the S 788EWXT and SP 555EWXT, with the tools submerged in 75-gallon water tanks, at the company’s booth at FDIC International 2019 exhibition. Fast-forward just a few weeks and the tools were stil...