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Emergencies, natural disasters, crises, and military conflicts: experts say that efficient civil protection can only be ensured if fire services, emergency, and disaster response services cooperate even more closely at the international and interdisciplinary levels – reason enough for 'Safeguarding tomorrow' to have been selected as the motto of Interschutz 2026. The world's renowned trade fair for fire and rescue services, civil protection, safety & security aims to motivate everyone...

Two people have been rescued after a gyrocopter crash off Marmong Point at Lake Macquarie. The amphibious aircraft was skimming the water, attempting to take off, when it overturned, almost 500 meters offshore, just before 10.30 am. Two people on board the submerged aircraft scrambled onto nearby boats. They’ve been assessed by NSW Ambulance paramedics and are uninjured. The aircraft has been towed to a local marina for further investigation. FRNSW HAZMAT specialists Fire...

After graduating from Miami of Ohio University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, Steve Fitzgerald entered the US Navy. In his 24+ year career as an officer in the SEAL Teams, he deployed to numerous countries and combat zones around the world. During deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, Steve commanded the Joint Special Operations Task Forces charged with conducting the United States’ highest priority missions against Al Qaeda, Taliban and Iraqi enemy forces....

The senior leadership team at the national, multi-award-winning First Response Group (FRG) has been further boosted by the appointment of Barry Dawson as Group Managing Director, bringing with him 35 years of experience at the highest levels of the UK security industry. Taking up his new position on April 2 (2024), Dawson is described by the Group’s CEO, Simon Alderson as ‘the final piece of the jigsaw’ needed for FRG to achieve the company’s ambitious growth targets of...

Cygnus, a pioneer in 100% wireless, EN 54-certified fire detection and alarm systems, returns to The Fire Safety Event 2024. Following the success of its innovative SmartNet fire detection and alarm system range, Cygnus will debut its remote notification and monitoring platform, Cygnus ALERT, for the very first time on Stand 5/D10. Cygnus will be exhibiting at The Fire Safety Event 2024, a show dedicated to supporting industry professionals and organizations in enhancing and maintaining high st...

Organizers of Secutech Thailand - Thailand’s major fair for security and fire safety for commercial and industrial premises, announced at the press conference at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok that the 2024 edition will return to the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), in Bangkok, from 30 October – 1 November 2024.  Over 80 key local industry players were in attendance, and key stakeholders discussed the industry development and upcoming market trends with...

VSC Fire & Security, Inc. (VSC) of Ashland, Va., has acquired United Piping, Inc. of Mississippi. Effective March 31, 2024, this partnership expands VSC’s presence in the state and gives customers of both companies additional service offerings, increased standardization of services, and an enhanced network of support staff. Shared vision “The team at United Piping is at the top of their market, and we look forward to giving them the tools and support so that they can continue...

As a longtime maintenance provider for Trafalgar Theatres at their Orchard Theatre site in Dartford, Blake Fire & Security and Cygnus’ distributor Illumino Ignis (Kent) Ltd (IIKL) were approached for a solution to a unique problem: Satisfying the stringent fire safety requirements of their new temporary venue to hold 1,091 audience members, while the main Orchard Theatre was closed due to RAAC Works. SmartNet-Pro fire detection With a very short turnaround of a week, Blake Fire &...

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), a global self-funded nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property, and economic loss due to fire, electrical, and related hazards announced the establishment of NFPA Global Solutions™. In support of the NFPA mission, NFPA Global Solutions is a fully-owned NFPA corporation that will offer compliance solutions, digital products, and advisory services that extend beyond the traditional products and servi...

Allegion UK, a pioneer in fire safety hardware and manufacturer of ‘Briton’ door controls, will be exhibiting at the Fire Safety Event, taking place between 30th April and 2nd May at the NEC, Birmingham, as part of its campaign to promote accurate fire door closer installation.  Briton door closers Located on stand 5/EI03, Allegion’s door control experts will be showcasing a range of Briton door closers and exit hardware devices and sharing information on fire door hardw...

Following a decision of the Board Euralarm has welcomed Detectortesters as their newest member. The company will become a member of the Euralarm Fire Section and Services Section. Detectortesters are the world’s pioneering designer and manufacturer of functional test solutions for fire detection systems. With over 50 years of experience in the field of testing, the company’s product range provides a global audience with functional test solutions for smoke, heat, and CO fire detectors...

Renowned life safety pioneer, Hochiki Europe, is gearing up to display its comprehensive fire safety solutions at the Fire Safety Event 2024, taking place at the NEC Birmingham, from the 30th of April to the 2nd of May 2024.  The event brings together industry professionals dedicated to raising the bar on fire safety, and visitors to Hall 5, stand E35 will experience firsthand Hochiki Europe's commitment to innovative technology and unparalleled life safety systems and devices. Next-level...

Congratulations to Jeff Darley on his recent retirement after nearly five decades with Darley! Jeff graduated from Marquette with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and began his career part-time with Darley in 1974, and full-time in 1981 working as an Engineer, Shop Supervisor, Assistant Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, leading Darley’s Chippewa Falls, WI, pump manufacturing facility. Fire and emergency services Jeff Darley comments, "Hard for me to believe that my 45-year c...

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is proposing an extensive new safety and health standard, titled “Emergency Response,” to replace the existing “Fire Brigades Standard.” The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the “Emergency Response Standard” was published in the Federal Register on February 5, with the public comment period open until May 6. updated standard This proposed updated standard would issue hundreds of new requirements that...

The U.S. Fire Administration is hosting a webinar on April 10 2024 on Battery Fires: Before, During, and After the Incident. With the continued growth in the use and sale of battery-powered devices, members of the fire service need to know how to mitigate and respond to battery fire incidents.

Celebrations are underway as Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service turns 50 years old. The Service will be marking the anniversary with a range of events and activities throughout the year, with crews hosting events at stations and staff celebrating the milestone across the county. Residents are also encouraged to get involved by leaving their comments and memories of the Service in an online book available on the Service’s website, as well as sharing any photos of interactions with...

A man has sadly died following a fire in Wisbech. Crews from Wisbech were called to a fire in a flat off Churchill Road at around 2.30 pm on Thursday. Fire under control Firefighters arrived within minutes of being alerted and found a fire on the ground floor of a three-story building. They quickly found the casualty, a man in his 60s, and got him to safety. They got the fire under control and prevented it from spreading further.  Cause of the fire Despite administering first aid, the...

The event brings together industry professionals dedicated to raising the bar on fire safety, and visitors to Hall 5, stand E35 will experience first-hand Hochiki Europe's commitment to innovative technology and unparalleled life safety systems and devices. “The Fire Safety Event is an invaluable platform for us to connect with industry leaders and demonstrate our unwavering dedication to life safety,” said Nathan Hudson, Sales and Marketing Director, at Hochiki Europe. Advanced fi...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has used drone technology to inspect damage and detect hotspots after fire engulfed a former service station at Narrandera, in the state's Riverina, overnight. The blaze broke out in Larmer Street just before midnight, taking a few minutes to devour the abandoned building and cause parts of it to collapse. Risk of explosion FRNSW immediately deployed a dozen firefighters and three fire trucks from the township and nearby Leeton. There was no identified risk of...

A crew from the Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) station at Wyong has proved too good after the first regional heats of the 2024 Firefighter Championships at the weekend. One of 19 teams competing at Tumut, in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains, Wyong set out, determined to defend its title as reigning NSW champion. Central Coast firefighting crew Additional firefighting teams will compete in the next round of the championship at Kelso The Central Coast firefighting crew took out seven of the 1...

Dyne Fire Protection Labs is excited to be a growing company. Along with that growth is the need for additional staff. Take a moment to get to know some of its recent hires. Laurie Glime Laurie joined the admin team at Dyne with over 10 years of customer service experience. Most of her day is spent unpacking and checking in sprinkler samples for testing. She has a diverse background in supervising, distribution, and customer service. At Dyne Fire Protection Labs, Laurie is excited to be part...

Fire alarm systems are crucial for building safety, as they provide early detection of fires and trigger alarm notifications so people can evacuate. A key component of many fire alarm systems is the fire alarm releasing panel. This specialized control panel monitors inputs from various devices and can activate outputs to release fire suppression agents or other equipment in response to alarm conditions.  Fire Alarm Releasing Panel Explained​ The main purpose of a releasing pane...

The rescue service in Germany is currently facing the greatest challenges in its history. Mathias Duschl from the European Resuscitation Academy pointed this out.  The Swiss network of experts is concerned with improving emergency services systems to save more people from cardiac arrest. Within just six years, the number of emergency services deployed had increased by 134 percent, Duschl reported on the final day of the 65th annual conference of the Association for the Promotion of German...

As the global supply chain continues to shift, with manufacturing as a key driver, Vietnam, ASEAN’s fastest-growing market has grown bolder in its development aspirations. From integrated security to fire safety, smart buildings, and smart parking solutions, these business prospects are emerging. Secutech Vietnam 2024 Secutech Vietnam 2024 will once again take place at the heart of the country, Ho Chi Minh City, at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre, from 14 –16 August 2...

The tranquility of the Snowy Mountains foothills will make way for the clanking of hydrants, the pounding of fire boots and the urgent barking of orders this weekend when the NSW Regional Firefighting Championships take place at Tumut. The first round of regional heats for fire crews will take place at Bull Paddock, in the picturesque village, this weekend, March 23/24. Hard-fought competition Twenty teams are taking part in the hard-fought competition to earn the right to represent their eme...

New York and New Jersey recognize the unique challenges posed by high-rise buildings. These include limited evacuation options, complex fire suppression systems, and extended response times for emergency services. As a result, they have developed specific regulations made precisely to effectively address these concerns. In New York, the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) oversees fire safety standards for high-rise commercial buildings. These standards encompass various aspects. Some of them in...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) recently hosted its first Wildland Fire Assessment Program (WFAP) Advocate train-the-trainer event for a new network of regional representatives that will teach the WFAP curriculum and advocate for mitigation and safety in wildfire-prone areas across the U.S. The WFAP is a joint effort by the U.S. Forest Service and the NVFC to provide fire service volunteers with training and resources to conduct safety assessments for homes located in the wildland-ur...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) recently hosted its first Wildland Fire Assessment Program (WFAP) Advocate train-the-trainer event for a new network of regional representatives that will teach the WFAP curriculum and advocate for mitigation and safety in wildfire-prone areas across the U.S. The WFAP is a joint effort by the U.S. Forest Service and the NVFC to provide fire service volunteers with training and resources to conduct safety assessments for homes located in the wildland-ur...

The high-performance OLCT 100-XP-MS range of flammable gas detectors from Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection incorporates cutting-edge MEMS (Micro-ElectroMechanical Systems) sensor technology. MEMS technology Delivering the market’s most accurate readings for over 14 of the most common combustible gases and gas mixes, including hydrogen, methane, propane, and butane, MEMS technology adds to the capabilities provided by conventional sensors. Users also enjoy notable advantages regarding &l...

The fire safety and security industry is facing a talent shortage, as many experienced professionals are retiring and fewer young people are entering the field. This is a challenge, but also an opportunity, for the industry to attract and retain the best and brightest talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.  Live webinar Euralarm will organize a live webinar on attracting and retaining talent on Thursday, 18 April 2024. The webinar will start at 16:00 CET and run until 17:30 CE...