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The shipping industry is responsible for three percent of global GHG emissions every year. The good news is that the necessary technologies to achieve a significant emissions reduction from shipping are already available. “The climate crisis requires urgent action. We already have technologies that make vessels significantly more fuel efficient, preserve the marine environment, reduce fuel costs and enable a more sustainable value chain,” says Alexander Enström, Executive Vice...

Fire officers have welcomed the conviction of a man who started a fire outside flats in Rotherham.  Alex Teasdale of Meadow Close, Dalton, was sentenced to 46 months in prison and given a 10-year restraining order at Sheffield Crown Court on 5 November, after pleading guilty to committing arson recklessly as to whether life would be endangered at the property in Dalton, Rotherham in September 2019. The fire – which involved household waste – quickly spread to the exterior of t...

Leda Security has been a part of the ARA Group for over two years now and is an important product line within the ARA Manufacture Division. Offering products including bollards, gates, hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) products, turnstiles and commercial bicycle racks, the alignment between Leda Security and ARA Manufacture allows for significant manufacturing efficiencies around Australia and New Zealand. Physical security systems Leda Security systems have been installed on government projec...

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service encourages everyone to put safety at the top of the priority list this winter. The winter safety campaign aims to raise awareness of the risks at home and on the road during the winter months and to provide practical advice on keeping warm safely this winter. Across the UK, around 5,000 fires a year are caused by faulty electric blankets, whilst another 12,000 fires happen within chimneys. With the darker nights and deteriorating weather over the winte...

Safety for industrial workers is one thing that cannot be ignored or taken lightly. It is not just about the right workforce policy that every industry should adopt, but also about the rights of every worker. Hand injuries at the workplace can be due to many reasons, including working with chemicals, sharp objects, flammable articles, etc. Therefore, it is important to choose the right gloves for complete hand protection.  The first and foremost point to...

3M is reinventing the sandpaper game with the introduction of the 3M Xtract™ Cubitron™ II 710W Net Abrasive Disc which provides twice the life and cut rate, while removing up to 97% of dust particles as it sands metal, wood, and composite surfaces.  The new product recently hit the market in the US and Canada and is already the talk of the internet as users eager to give it a test-run, have shared demonstrations on platforms like YouTube with fantastic results. The 3M Xtract&tr...

NTEA – The Association for the Work Truck Industry recently recognized Marion Body Works once again for completing a rigorous qualification process, demonstrating successful implementation of defined business standards and conformity to applicable government regulations. Reapplication to the MVP member status is conducted every three years and Marion Body Works is honored to have once again proven our commitment to excellence for another term. Achieving MVP status validates the efforts to...

HydroPen™, the unique VIKING Life-saving Equipment container firefighting solution, has secured a first major order from an Asian shipowner, in a deal that also demonstrates that the technique is highly adaptable for all sizes of container vessels.   Singapore-based PIL, the largest container carrier in Southeast Asia, is committing its entire container ship fleet of around 100 vessels to carrying HydroPen™ systems. Firefighting equipment improvements The TT Club estimates th...

With 20 exhibitors and 180 delegates, FIM Expo offered an excellent opportunity for networking and conversations with individuals from all sectors of the fire industry. This event's exhibitors were: Advanced - Emergency Lighting, Advanced, Aico, Apollo, C-Tech, Drax360, Eurotech Fire Sytems, FFE Group, Everlux, Fireco, Firepro, Global Fire Equipment, Hochiki, Honeywell Morely, Hyfire, Kentec, Nittan UK, Tio Fire Safety, Vimpex, Wagner. Meeting influential people In addition to this, it was fa...

Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) is at the center of a new initiative to support homeless people and rough sleepers to live safely in temporary accommodations before moving into permanent homes.  With government direction, charities have been working to provide people living on the streets with shelter in hotels and bed and breakfasts during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the fire service recognized the need to offer support and safety advice to those living in new and unfamiliar accommodat...

Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, former Assistant to the General President for Technical Assistance and Information Resources (TAIR) and President and CEO of the International Public Safety Data Institute (IPSDI), is the new United States Fire Administrator. Dr. Moore-Merrell was appointed by President Joe Biden at the urging of the IAFF. She also had widespread support from other fire service organizations. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell swore Moore-Merrell in...

The IFSS Coalition has unveiled its new guidance document to address differing or non-existent fire safety requirements in countries across the world. A global coalition of over 80 fire safety leadership organizations on Monday, 11 October, 2023, launched a new Global Plan for a Decade of Action for Fire Safety 2022-2032, to ensure an internationally consistent approach to the safety and management of buildings, infrastructure and more with the aim of saving lives by reducing risk and preventin...

National Housing Federation research shows that one in ten new affordable homes to rent or buy in England can no longer be built because of the costs of fixing fire safety defects.   The NHF surveyed 106 housing associations, with 61 reporting that they have discovered dangerous materials on their buildings since the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017. This is despite those buildings having been signed off as meeting building requirements at the time they were built. Author's quote The NHF est...

In the latest episode of Assembly Point, FPA Director of Operations - Howard Passey talks to Lewis Ramsey, Caretaker Manager at BAFE to examine the key issues and areas to consider when looking at fire risk management in buildings that are occupied by vulnerable persons. Howard and Lewis also explore the criticality of active and passive fire systems being suitable for the purpose, installed correctly, and that their subsequent maintenance and testing is undertaken by an accredited third party....

Vimpex Fire-Cryer Voice Enhanced Sounders have been installed on link bridges between buildings at Swansea University, to increase the protection of staff and students should there be a fire alarm, by delivering clear messages and ensure a fast, efficient evacuation. Swansea University has eight colleges spread across its two campuses which are located on the coastline of Swansea Bay. It currently has 20,375 undergraduate and postgraduate students who come from over 130 different countries. Vo...

Fire detection solutions from Global Fire Equipment (GFE) are protecting the largest mixed-use shopping mall in Europe. KUMSmall Factory Shopping Mall in Central Anatolia, Turkey, comprises a shopping mall, business center, hotel, and entertainment center. The mall covers an area of more than 302,000 m² and boasts 400 stores, 6,000 car parking spaces, and a vast range of restaurants and cafes. fire alarm panels The chosen fire detection system comprises nine Juno-Net series addressable c...

Working alone is inherently dangerous, then layer on additional risks like hazardous gas exposure, health incidents, wildlife encounters, extreme weather, vehicle accidents, trips and falls, and the threats multiply. Cell and radio coverage is often spotty at remote locations such as exploration areas, well sites and compressor stations, making communication with the people and dispatching help difficult if problems arise. Extra care must be taken to ensure the safety of the most vulnerabl...

Lorient is proud to join 'The Intumescent Fire Seals Association’ (IFSA). A trade association dedicated to the science and application of intumescent-based sealing materials for the passive fire protection industry. The Association provides technical advice and guidance on all matters relating to fire door seals, smoke seals, glazing seals and all penetration/gap sealing problems. Life safety benefits IFSA'S Aims: To promote the life safety benefits associated with intumescent fire...

Finally, The Security Event 2021 took place at Birmingham NEC in early September, some 18 months after the industry last had the opportunity to come face to face at a gathering of this scale. And it certainly didn’t seem like it was a minute too soon. The Zitko stand was well attended and not just by industry visitors. Since the last show, the company’s virtually doubled in size and over the three days, they had most of the 30+ team present. Train & deploy solution 12 months o...

New Orleans, LA Local 632 has spearheaded a successful effort to secure a $15 per hour minimum wage for firefighters and paramedics, as well as all other city employees. The New Orleans Civil Service Commission, which is responsible for city personnel, approved the raise pushed by Local 632 and other labor advocacy groups and approved by the city council, for a living wage for all city employees. Next municipal budget The plan, which will cost the city approximately $11 million, will raise ba...

Consistent with the various governments’ requests all around Australia and New Zealand, ARA has encouraged the employees to receive the COVID vaccination. The various state and federal governments have been telling them the best way out of the pandemic and to start living a normal life is to get all of them vaccinated. Many, if not all, of customers, are requiring them to be fully vaccinated to work on construction sites and visit their premises.  Vaccination lottery ARA has establ...

The Home Office has published the latest fire prevention and protection statistics, showing a massive reduction in fire and rescue service activity during the pandemic. The number of fire safety audits carried out by fire and rescue service inspecting officers fell 30 percent on the previous year to just over 34,000. This is substantially lower than five years ago when services carried out over 54,000 audits. Fire and rescue service inspection Fire safety audit is a planned visit by a fire an...

Global HSE, a pioneer in fire engineering solutions, is one of the few companies to be named a preferred Hilti installer as part of the Hilti Accredited Firestop Specialty Contractor (HAFSC) program in the UK. Selection process Hilti undergoes a rigorous process of selecting contractors, who also need to be certified by a third party such as FIRAS or the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB). This means that they work to agreed industry standards, employ trained operatives, and are subje...

The Atlanta, GA Fire Rescue Department uses GearGrid’s Standard Wall Mount Lockers to dry and store their turnout gear. The addition of secure doors provides complete locking capabilities so gear can be kept safe and protected. The department added Power Bars on top of each section of lockers, which provides electrical receptacles to individual locker openings so firefighters can conveniently charge equipment.

The Frisco, TX Fire Department stores their PPE with GearGrid’s Standard Wall Mount Lockers. The open-grid design promotes maximum air movement so gear can properly dry. The addition of Geargrid’s Furring System allows the lockers to be mounted away from the wall so they can remain in a continuous run. Apparel hooks and shelves can be adjusted in 3” increments so firefighters can customize their lockers to meet their exact storage needs.

The Rotterdam, NY Fire Department uses a variety of GearGrid’s innovative storage solutions to keep their PPE organized. The department uses our Standard Wall Mount Lockers to dry and store their turnout gear between uses. The addition of stainless steel hangers and hang bars make an ideal solution for properly drying PPE. The department also uses the 6’ Slinger Workstation as a convenient repair station with easy access to tools and equipment. GearGrid’s Mini Mobile Hose and...

The Highland Township, OH Fire Department uses GearGrid’s standard wall mount lockers to dry and organize their PPE between calls. The open grid design provides maximum air movement, which allows for a faster drying process. Each locker opening comes standard with two adjustable shelves and three heavy-duty apparel hooks. The Wall Mount Lockers are mounted above the floor for convenient, easy cleaning. In addition, the department chose to customize their lockers with a grey powd...

At the Tucson, AZ Fire Department they store their turnout gear with GearGrid’s standard wall mount and mobile lockers. The open grid design promotes maximum air movement, which minimizes odor build-up and allows gear to dry faster. Heavy-duty apparel hooks and shelves can be adjusted in 3” increments so firefighters can customize their lockers to meet their exact storage needs.

H2M Architects and Engineers designed this beautiful Setauket, NY Fire Station. The completed project turned out great and is a true representation of the dedication and service the firefighters provide to the community. In addition to all the incredible amenities included in the station design, firefighters can properly dry and store their PPE with GearGrid’s standard wall mount and mobile lockers. Each locker opening includes a stainless steel hang bar and hangers for quick drying betwe...

The Ventura County, CA Training Facility uses GearGrid’s 30” wide Standard Wall Mount Lockers for gear and equipment storage. Firefighters can customize their locker openings with adjustable shelves and apparel hooks that can be mounted at varying heights to meet individual storage needs. The larger locker openings allow firefighters to store more gear and equipment in one convenient location. The addition of secure doors allows for complete locking capabilities and added...