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The training session will boost up the knowledge and skills of junior firefighters The session for junior firefighters is open to youth ages 13-18 and will cover topics such as youth leadership, future paths in the fire service, and youth-led activity ideas. The National Volunteer Fire Council's (NVFC) National Junior Firefighter Program has partnered with Firehouse Expo, Spartan Motors, Inc., and California Casualty to hold the National Junior Firefighter Academy on Saturday...

Final cook-off will be on August 20, with the winner receiving $10,000 If you have a recipe that promotes good health and tastes great, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) encourages you to submit it for your chance to win. Help promote healthy eating in the fire service while entering for a chance to win $10,000. Television show LIVE! with Regis and Kelly is holding a Coast-to-Coast Fire House Cook-Off this summer. Firefighters can submit their favourite recipe,...

Despite facing severe weather and harsh terrain, the climbing team made its victory at Snowdown Awe-inspiring, exhilarating and challenging, a recent Snowdon climb in aid of The Fire Fighters Charity and Help for Heroes was a test of fitness, determination and, unusually, Draeger breathing apparatus. Wearing the latest Draeger PSS7000 breathing apparatus complete with the PSS Bodyguard 7000 and FPS 7000 face mask, the fire fighters used 6.8L 300 bar cylinders in both twin and...

Amy Tarte will boost the working of NVFC's Health and Safety machinery Amy previously worked for the City of Alexandria where she coordinated the Medical Reserve Corps program (a sister program of Fire Corps) and served as the emergency preparedness and response coordinator. Amy Tarte has joined the NVFC team as the Director of Health and Safety. In this role, she will be the point of contact for the NVFC's health and safety initiatives, including the Heart-Healthy Firefighte...

Zephyr Technology announced anothervalidation of PSM with Prince George's county Throughout multiple days of training, fire instructors were impressed with the insight the PSM system provided relative to fitness and levels of exertion candidates experienced during the practicum. Zephyr Technology, developers of Physiological Status Monitoring (PSM) solutions for First Responders, announced another validation of PSM Responder; this one with Prince George's County, Marylan...

TOA voice alarm systems have provided a new round of safety cover for the Brussels Expo In total there are six SX-2100 input modules and six SX-2100 output modules, together with a series of VX amplifiers at the Brussels Expo. Voice alarm products from TOA are at the heart of a new paging, evacuation and BGM system installed at one of Europe's most prestigious conference and exhibition venues, the Brussels Expo. Built for the World Expo of 1958 and still retaining all the gl...

CSB is highly concerned about the hot work accidents which has taken toll of life and property According to information gathered by the CSB from the fire department and the company, a worker was standing on a ladder, welding on the side of a tank partially filled with a mixture of water and flammable hydrocarbons. Dr. Rafael Moure-Eraso, chairperson and CEO of the U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) said today he was saddened by news of the death of a Colorado welder, who died w...

Post disaster focus should be given on old and the disabled, Photo: FEMA, Katie Hager  The conference also included other speakers from FEMA, including Marcie Roth, Senior Advisory on Disability Issues, and multiple division directors and experts from FEMA's Region I office in Boston. FEMA Deputy Administrator, and former Chief of Boston Emergency Medical Services and Assistant Director of the Boston Public Health Commission, spoke at a conference put on in partnership...

Gary has been involved in many facets of fire fighting, emergency response, and program management  During his career, Gary also worked for the Nevada Department of Transportation and the Nevada Department of Wildlife. Gary Zunino, Director, UNR FSA, has announced his retirement from State Service effective July 26, 2010. Gary joined the FSA staff in 2003 as a Program Development Specialist and was promoted to the position of Director in 2005. Over his 30 years of servic...

Prysmian provides high-quality cables to upgrade the security system at Etihad towers Etihad Towers is the latest high profile project in the Middle East protected by Prysmian FP cable. The soon to be completed, billion-dollar, Etihad Towers development is set to become one of the most prestigious in Abu Dhabi and Prysmian's FP200 Gold is currently being installed in the vast fire alarm system right across the complex. Consisting of five towers and located on the waterfront...

The one day programme also includes training in a classroom environment at the National Flood School’s site A new course aimed at insurance professionals has been launched by the National Flood School, which gives a real insight into the damage that fire causes in the home. The National Flood School is putting its state-of-the-art Flood House to a new use by setting fire to the property as part of the Fire Damage Awareness Day. Believed to be the only purpose-built flo...

Medal of Valor that changed officer Saccenti's life forever Tom Saccenti was awarded the Medal of Valor at his local church Mansfield First Assembly of God. Labor Day weekend 1999 rookie police officer Tom Saccenti never expected that he would be involved in an incident that would change the course of a friend’s life forever. While driving home from a church bonfire, Officer Saccenti saw a lone volunteer fire tuck sitting on a bridge one street over. Out of curiosity an...

Jerr-Dan-sponsored mock emergency demonstration concluded the course  Towing sessions examined a host of subjects, including rigging, attachments, understanding and overcoming resistance and weight estimations.  Jerr-Dan Corporation, an Oshkosh Corporation company and a leading manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment, provided professional tow truck operators with two educational opportunities during the recent Tow Expo International, held Apr. 20-Ma...

UK fire training is the national leader infire safety training supported by mostof the businesses and organisations UK Fire Safety Training have been highlighted on television as providing an outstanding level of quality at all levels of fire safety training. Obtaining adequate fire safety training is essential, but it's also important to make sure that the training is delivered to the right people and at the right level. UK Fire Training provides a solution that's trust...

The University Hospital of Wales had been in use for some 20 years and several aspects of its design did not meet current hospital and fire safety standards. Project: The University Hospital of Wales is one of the largest teaching hospitals in Europe. The main ward block houses 800 beds and is a high-rise building. In addition, there is a three-story medical block and a three-story dental block. The three buildings are interconnected by subways and tunnels. The hospital had been in use for so...

David Pollard (L) giving award to BA instructor Neil Hodson(R)  The award ceremony formed part of the 2009 International Fire Training Centre Annual Awards held at Durham Tees Valley Airport in April, 2010. David Pollard, Regional Sales Manager for Draeger, presented Neil Hodson, BA Instructor at Biggin Hill Airport, with a prestigious DraegerMan Statuette in honour of the Best Breathing Apparatus Instructor Award. The ceremony formed part of the 2009 International Fire...

Zeta compliance group plc, announcesthe completed acquisition of the entire issued share capital of FSC Zeta Compliance Group plc, the provider of products and services to enable organisations with large estates to ensure that they systematically meet their Environmental, Health and Safety obligations, is pleased to announce that it has completed the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of The Fire Strategy Company Limited ("Fire Strategy") based in Ramsgate, Kent....

The government of Alberta is dedicated to provide safety and security measures to the residential communities  Kevin Sorenson, MP for Crowfoot, Richard Marz, M.L.A. for Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills, and Kevin Edwards, Mayor of Three Hills, recently celebrated the grand opening of the new Three Hills Fire Hall. Built to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System Standards, and equipped with office space, five parking bays, ample parking...

There has been a rise in harassment of firefighters In a recent attack in South Wales a firefighter was shot with an air gun, which seriously injured him. "Where is your report?" FBU asks Welsh Assembly government after air rifle attack. The Fire Brigades Union called for the immediate publication of a long-promised Welsh Assembly report, which thus far Welsh regional officials have not seen, dealing with attacks on firefighters, and for firm action to be taken by the Welsh...

Local community services and organisations can apply for Electrical Safety Council fundings    The ESC's funding initiative, was launched in 2009 and funded 29 community safety projects, aims to reduce deaths and injuries from electrical fires. With half of all domestic fires in the UK caused by electricity, leading safety charity, the Electrical Safety Council (ESC) has established an electrical fire prevention scheme and is now calling for funding applic...

LFB Deputy commissioner Steve Smith receives certificate from Justice Minister Rt Hon Crispin Blunt  London Fire Brigade has become the first fire and rescue service to employ someone through a national programme designed to rehabilitate young offenders. The Young Offender Programme led by National Grid helps prisoners get back into work on their release and aims to reduce re-offending rates. Figures show that less than 6% of people on the scheme re-offend compared to th...

Every year excessive and catastrophic damage is done by wildfires to property and life According to the National Interagency Fire Center, over 77,000 fires burned nearly 6 million acres across the entire U.S. in 2009. Wildfires pose a real threat to residents across the country, and there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of loss and to protect those you love. Wildfires are a natural part of the environment. They occur everywhere that patterns of dry and windy weath...

FEMA encourages people to get active regarding emergency management and rescue plans FEMA provides funds to reimburse local, state and non-profit organizations for eligible emergency protective measures and debris removal activities taken and related to the disaster, and permanent restoration work. On July 1, 2010, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials and Puerto Rico Governor's Authorized Representative (GAR) staff held the Applicants' Briefing meeting for el...

TenCate Defender M is a cost-efficient option for garments worn by wildland fire fighters  TenCate Protective Fabrics announces that TenCate Defender M, the leading protective fabric for combat uniforms of the United States military, is now being evaluated for use in the garment of fire fighters. Engineered with patented, inherently flame-resistant properties that will not wash out or wear out, TenCate Defender M is ideal for use as a thermal liner for fire fighters' turn...

The new Mercedes Benz 6x6 in a LFB-A configuration with exclusive Compact Line lightweight body The Rosenbauer Compact Line product range has been expanded to include the Mercedes Benz Sprinter with the 6x4 or 6x6 vehicle with light weight rating of 7 tons to enable fire departments to carry larger load. The new Mercedes Benz Sprinter 6x6 in a LFB-A configuration (fire-fighting four-wheel drive vehicle with rescue equipment) with the exclusive Compact Line lightweight bod...

 Eastern SC opening with (l to r) Ian Mitchell (Bristol), Ron Dobson LFB and Jon Cruddas MP Rainham London Fire Brigade's Commissioner, Ron Dobson QFSM, MIFireE, was on hand to mark the official opening of Bristol's new Eastern Service Centre at Rainham, Greater London, which performs a vital role in maintaining the head-to-toe PPE recently supplied to London Fire Brigade (LFB). The new centre is responsible for the distribution of over 70,000 individual pieces of pr...

Historic Rye Playland Park entertaining youngsters and elders since 80 years and it continues further Historical Rye playland is ready to amuse people after its damage repair funded by FEMA This past March, Playland Amusement Park, a National Historic Landmark located in the City of Rye in Westchester County, was damaged by a Nor'easter that ripped through parts of New York State. At the request of Governor David A. Paterson, New York State received a presiden...

Firehouse Expo has been supporting America's bravest for over 25 years New courses specifically developed for junior firefighters will focus on youth leadership, future paths in the fire service, and youth-led activities. In an effort to promote and provide the best education and training available to industry professionals, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) and Firehouse Expo have partnered to offer NVFC members a discounted admission rate to Firehouse Expo 2010. NV...

The increased live load from 270 to 450 kgresulted in a higher rescue rate Rosenbauer showcased its special vehicles at Interschutz 2010 with new Metz rescue cage re-engineered for even more freedom of movement and an increased live load. The most noteworthy improvement of the new Metz rescue cage is the increased live load from 270 to 450 kg resulting in a higher rescue rate. Four people in the cageThe cage was optimized without increasing its dead weight, so that the...

Be careful regarding activities of pets at fire prone places in home to avoide fire accidents Fire departments across the country are encouraged to utilize Pet Fire Safety Day on July 15 to spread pet fire safety messages in your community. An estimated 500,000 pets are affected annually by home fires, and a new data analysis by the National Fire Protection Association shows that nearly 1,000 house fires each year are accidentally started by the homeowners’ pets. The Na...