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Is the fire department looking for a way to increase non-operational support, enhance community relations, and create a pipeline for recruitment? Then start a junior firefighter program. The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has released an updated Junior Firefighter Program Starter Kit to help departments build the framework for a successful youth program. This update was made possible with support from California Casualty. Junior firefighter programs  Departments get needed...

Cleveland Police has made improvements and has therefore been removed from an enhanced level of monitoring by the police inspectorate.  PEEL Cause of concern His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) continuously monitors the performance of all police forces in England and Wales.  The monitoring process consists of two stages: Scan and Engage. All police forces are in the Scan phase by default, but may be escalated to Engage. Cleveland...

Gloucestershire Constabulary has made improvements and has therefore been removed from an enhanced level of monitoring by the police inspectorate.  PEEL Cause of concern His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) continuously monitors the performance of all police forces in England and Wales.  The monitoring process consists of two stages: Scan and Engage. All police forces are in the Scan phase by default, but may be escalated to Engag...

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority (WYFRA) brought a successful prosecution against Mr. Michael Gubbay, Director of Tuscola (109) Limited for failing to provide requested information to the Fire Authority about a premises in Leeds. fire safety management At the hearing at Leeds Magistrates’ Court on 14 September 2023, Mr. Gubbay, 63, who lives in Israel, pleaded guilty to failing to respond to an Article 27 request for information about the fire safety management arrangements at pr...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce it has received a US$ 1.4 million Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. These grants enable the organization to implement critical programs and initiatives that support firefighter health and safety and mitigate risks that can lead to line-of-duty injuries and deaths. Use of FP&S grants With funding from FP&S grants, the NVFC has been able to support responde...

Many volunteer fire departments struggle to obtain adequate personal protective equipment for their members. This is why MSA Safety, DuPont Personal Protection, and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have partnered since 2012 to donate new gear to departments in need through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway.  2023 giveaway recipients In 2023, 13 volunteer fire departments will be selected to receive four new sets of turnout gear and four new helmets each. The first 500...

RESCUE Intellitech, a pioneering provider of innovative solutions for the firefighting and rescue services industry, is thrilled to introduce its new subscription model–Decon as a Service–along with the launch of its British subsidiary. The launch will be kicked off with RESCUE Intellitech’s participation at the Emergency Services Show in Birmingham where will be able to meet with the team and learn more about RESCUE Intellitech’s groundbreaking product line for enhanced...

The boards of Radiocoms Systems Limited, a pioneering UK emergency communications provider, and Modirum, an international video-streaming and data business, are pleased to announce a joint service offering, building on Radiocoms' existing voice and data services excellence in critical environments, on Android and IOS to include video-streaming and other essential digital services. The shared offering will be focused first on the UK Emergency Services Show, being held at the NEC Birmingham from...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators are returning to the scene of a garage explosion in Sydney's south-west to try to establish a cause. Around 3:15 pm yesterday, more than 30 firefighters were called to Maclaurin Avenue, East Hills, where a fire had broken out in a villa, triggering several small blasts. Neighbors rescued the occupant, an 89-year-old woman, and alerted emergency services. FRNSW crews A larger explosion occurred as FRNSW crews arrived at the scene and approached the im...

Once again, looking forward to heading to Olympia London, where will be exhibiting at London Build on November 15th and 16th. This show is a great opportunity for to reconnect, face to face, with valued customers and engage with the wider construction industry. London Build has earned its reputation as the "festival of construction," recognized for its mix of DJs, musicians, entertainment, and competitions. It offers the perfect informal setting to meet with the UK’s construction pro...

New fire safety regulations are on the horizon, increasing the importance of thorough Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) and requiring more stringent measures. As the countdown to their implementation continues, it’s essential to ask themselves: are they prepared? In a world where fire safety is of paramount importance, staying informed and taking proactive measures can make all the difference in ensuring the safety of people and their assets. In this blog post, Total Fire Group will delve...

A garage has exploded into flames at East Hills, in Sydney's south-west, with multiple Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews bringing the situation under control. More than 30 firefighters and eight fire trucks were deployed around 3:15 pm to Maclaurin Avenue, where a fire had broken out in a villa. As firefighters approached the property, which is in a complex situated behind several homes, an explosion occurred within the garage. Significant damage The blast caused significant damage to the st...

Fire crews have successfully completed a hazard reduction operation to protect vital infrastructure and homes at Forster, on the state's mid-north coast. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters from Forster, Taree, Gloucester, and Coffs Harbour, supported by several Rural Fire Service (RFS) units, conducted a fuel reduction burn over about six hectares of Boundary Street Hill late last week. Remotely Piloted Aircraft System The crews were tasked with reducing the heavy fuel load in the bush...

On the 1st of October 2023, further amendments to the Regulatory Reform Order 2005 (otherwise known as the ‘FSO’ or ‘Fire Safety Order’) are due to come into force, affecting businesses and buildings across the UK under the Building Safety Act 2022. As major fire door and passive fire protection product experts, put together a core summary of the upcoming changes and who they affect. Add any further details and links to other sources that the readers might find relevant....

Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) is once again demonstrating its continuing support for Fire Door Safety Week, a national safety awareness campaign that was first launched in 2013, and in response to a legacy of fire door neglect. The campaign aims to encourage a greater public understanding of the vital role that fire doors play in protecting life and property. Performance of a fire door In particular, the campaign aims to raise awareness of the critical role that fire doors play in the...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators are working with NSW Police to establish what sparked a fire in an abandoned home at Marrickville, in Sydney's inner west. More than 30 firefighters and 12 fire trucks responded to the blaze in Hilltop Avenue just after 5:30 pm yesterday. They quickly arrived on-scene to find the home already engulfed in flames and parts of the timber structure collapsing. Fire Investigation and Research Unit A number of surrounding homes came under threat. FRNSW...

For businesses in every industry, it’s essential to have appropriate commercial fire safety equipment in place. As well as keeping people and property safe from the risk of fire, having the right fire safety systems in place is part of the legal obligations of an employer.  According to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, it is the legal responsibility of business owners to ensure that ‘appropriate fire fighting equipment’ is in place.  fire fighting equ...

Young people across South Yorkshire are being given the opportunity to change their lives thanks to the county’s police and fire services. South Yorkshire Police and South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue will once again be teaming up to deliver the ‘life-changing’ Prince’s Trust Team Program course later this month (September 2023) and will also run in January and March next year. Range of life skills This is a course for people who are between 16 and 25 years old and not...

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service has made improvements in some areas, but further changes are needed, the fire inspectorate has said. Effectiveness and people: SFRS His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has graded Surrey Fire and Rescue Service’s performance across 11 areas and found the service was ‘good’ in one area, ‘adequate’ in three areas, and ‘requires improvement’ in seven areas. HMICFRS said t...

The City of Victoria is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving as the City’s nominee on the Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) Board of Directors. The Board is seeking diverse candidates who have demonstrated senior executive level experience in and knowledge of: Board governance and strategic planning, Business management and operations, Business administration, professional engineering, planning and land development, real estate management or senior legal couns...

Securing the future viability and technological innovation of the German Armed Forces, these core tasks are embedded in the military science research carried out at the Wachtberg office in North Rhine-Westphalia. Fraunhofer FKIE has had a number of different guises over the years: it started out as FFM, FAT, and IFE, was then one of three institutes incorporated into FGAN, finally becoming known as Fraunhofer FKIE in 2009. For 60 years, its scientists have been conducting research into the defe...

In recent years, Tyler Technologies, the largest and most established provider of integrated software and technology services focused on the public sector, has been laser-focused on driving better outcomes for the fire service. In 2018, the company acquired MobileEyes, a SaaS company that improved public safety by supporting fire prevention, suppression, and response. MobileEyes, now known as Fire Prevention Mobile, is primarily used by state and local fire prevention agencies and fire departm...

Fire at the workplace can be caused by a multitude of reasons, ranging from negligence on the part of workers or employers, fault in machines, or inadequate awareness on the part of people about fire and its consequences. The reasons listed above have been explained in detail below. Negligence Food left burning, spilling of inflammable liquids, blockage of ventilation, and improper storage Human error is the main cause of fire in workplaces and homes. A very common cause of fire in the workp...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has once again expanded its team to enhance and further develop its technical and member services. The ASFP’s Technical & Regulatory Affairs team has been enlarged with the promotion of Dr. Andrew Taylor to Head of Technical and the appointment of Stuart Southall to the Technical Officer role. Roles of Stuart  Stuart has over 18 years of experience in the construction industry as a Technical and Sales Manager. He possesses...

To mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day on Sunday, September 10, the Canadian flag at City Hall will be lowered to half-mast at the end of today and returned to full-mast on Monday. This National Memorial Day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember firefighters who have lost their lives while on the job. Memorial Fire Bell In 2019, the Victoria Fire Department dedicated a new Memorial Fire Bell. This bell is rung in a special ceremony to honor firefighters who have lost...

A shared-use office and retail space at the landmark former home of British Pathé is now being protected by Advanced. 360Fire designed and commissioned a new Advanced fire alarm system with phased evacuation as part of a wider restoration and refurbishment project which will see the creation of a number of workspaces, including private offices, office suites and full floors, alongside social areas and retail units. iconic British businesses Located at 142 Wardour Street, Soho, Film Ho...

Future orientation and convincing quality as an employer-for this the fire protection specialist WAGNER Group GmbH was awarded the “Arbeitgeber der Zukunft” (Employer of the Future) prize by the Deutsche Innovationsinstitut für Nachhaltigkeit und Digitalisierung (German Innovation Institute for Sustainability and Digitalization (DIND)) on September 6th. The award was presented to Steffen Springer and Katharina Rischer of WAGNER in the presence of Brigitte Zypries, former Federa...

Competency has become a major buzzword within both the fire safety sector and the construction industry, following the tragedy of Grenfell. In her final report of the Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety, Dame Judith Hackitt identified a need for both to work together. In doing so, she said it could, “Improve individual competencies and evidence the professionalism of the sector.” Competency in the fire safety sector Dame Judith Hackitt adds: “There is...

Firefighters in Glasgow are the toast of Craiglang after rescuing a pair of stranded dogs from a deep-seated foxhole. Scottish Fire and Rescue Service crews from Castlemilk Community Fire Station were called on Monday afternoon to help free two small dogs who had become trapped after entering the large hole at the city’s Kings Park. Upon arriving, the firefighters, from Castlemilk's Red Watch, instantly recognized the animals' concerned owners as actors Jane McCarry and Mark Cox – w...

Alchera X, a global pioneer in AI SaaS specializing in wildfire detection and protection through FireScout, is pleased to announce that in a significant step toward ensuring the health of National Forests, the company has partnered with the National Forest Foundation (NFF). science-based approach Alchera X aims to revolutionize wildfire prevention efforts, as well as contribute to reforestation initiatives.  The NFF uses a time-tested, science-based approach in close collaboration with t...