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Situational awareness is a critical component of emergency response operations. It is a process that helps firefighters solve problems, prevent bad outcomes, and make better decisions in high-stress environments. In recognition of its importance, the theme of the 2022 Safety Stand-Down campaign is “Situational Awareness: The Foundation for Good Decision-Making.”  Focus on Training and education  A joint initiative of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) Sa...

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority has approved a slight rise in its portion of Council Tax at a meeting. The rise will see a rise of 6p per week (on the 2021/22 charge) for Band A taxpayers, and 10p per week for a Band D taxpayer (on the 2021/22 charge). Despite the rise West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority remains the fourth lowest cost-per-head-of-population in the country. maintain and improve Chief Fire Officer - John Roberts said, “We welcome the decision by the Authorit...

On the 1st of February, ARA Group NZ Limited (ARA), completed the acquisition of Sopersmac, one of the largest distributors of architectural door hardware in New Zealand. Sopersmac offers a full-service value proposition to their clients and in addition to the supply of architectural hardware, they also offer specification, project management, master keying and installation services for commercial, custodial, industrial and high-end residential properties. Door hardware industry Sopersmac pri...

South Yorkshire firefighters will be practicing new procedures for responding to fires in high-rise blocks of flats, as part of work to adopt learning from incidents in tall buildings. South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue is carrying out multiple training exercises in each of the county’s four districts in the coming months. practical, live training The practical, live training will particularly focus on changes to evacuation procedures when fire compartmentation in tall buildings fails....

SMART SHOOTER, a world-class designer, developer, and manufacturer of innovative fire control systems that significantly increase the accuracy and lethality of small arms, has received an order from the Dutch military and will provide them with its SMASH AD solution for operational use. The Dutch military has tested the system during the recent year and decided to purchase it and use the systems immediately, mainly for C-UAS purposes. Fire Control solution SMASH is a combat-proven Fire Contro...

External wall fire review process forms, known as EWS1 forms, were developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and are used as part of the valuation process for high-rise residential buildings with cladding. Seven mortgage lenders provide EWS1 data to the department and these represent most of the lending market, according to the data release published on 17 February. This is the second time the Department for Leveling Up has published EWS1 lender data on mortgage valuation...

Low Bridge Advance Warn­ing Detec­tion sys­tems has been brought into sharp focus, as a lor­ry strike to a rail­way bridge halt­ed all trains in and out of Corn­wall on Bank Hol­i­day Monday. A large refrig­er­a­tion lor­ry struck a bridge at Man­namead, in Ply­mouth, dam­ag­ing the stonework and rais­ing the lev­el of the bridge. The HGV became wedged under the arch and took more than 24 hours to re...

Nic Preston, Director of Qualifications – FireQual, discusses the work of Fire Industry Training Academy Ltd. and their new association with FireQual with Director, Gareth Selway. Nic Preston: Can you describe the work of Fire Industry Training Academy Ltd. and how you support the fire safety industry? Gareth: The “Fire Industry Training Academy” was founded to create a positive long-lasting legacy for the fire industry, raising the standard of workmanship, competenc...

Wildland urban interface (WUI) areas — where structures and other human development meet or intermingle with undeveloped wildland — are vulnerable to wildfires. The destruction caused by wildfires can be exploited by criminals and, because of the minimal resources required and the potential for widespread damage, foreign terrorist organizations encourage arson attacks in WUI areas. First Responder's Toolbox The National Counterterrorism Center's Joint Counterterrorism Assessment T...

Efficient response to dangerous situations is paramount to any Fire and HazMat incident. This makes connected safety technology a valuable asset for every First Responder team. Having suitable and easy-to-use equipment and technology will enhance the speed, efficiency, and safety of an incident response. There are relatively recent developments in technology that can be game changers in an effective response including real-time visibility of the safety of every team member, integrated plume mode...

On 14th February, 2022, Albert Ziegler delivered a TLF 3000 to the fire department of Bockenem. Technical data of the vehicle DIN: 14530-22 Wheelbase: 4,250 mm Engine power: 290 HP permissible weight: 16,000 kg Vehicle dimensions (LxWxH): 8,050 x 2,500 x 3,300 mm Cabin / crew: Z-Cab / 1+8 Pump type: FPN 10-2000 Water tank: 4,000 l Special features of TLF 3000 ALPAS® superstructure of the latest generation Rearview camera Hygiene Board PUSH Z-Control of the latest generati...

The 2021 edition of NFPA 11 Standard for Low-, Medium-, and High-Expansion Foam is now available. There are many changes from the 2016 edition. Synthetic Fluorine-Free Foam (SFFF) One is the inclusion of Synthetic Fluorine-Free Foam (SFFF), a new class of fire-fighting foam defined as 'Foam concentrate based on a mixture of hydrocarbon surface active agents that is not formulated to contain per- or poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)'. An additional change is the inclusion of NFPA 16 The Stand...

BIOEX is exhibiting at SICUR 2022. Date: February 22-25, 2022. Location: Madrid, Spain SICUR brings together companies, associations, professionals, and users of global security, fire, and emergency safety in the public and private spheres.

On the 8th & 9th of February 2022, in collaboration with the distributors in Belgium - Vandeputte, MFC hosted local fire brigades and dive teams on the Meuse river in the city of Liège.  Over the two days, hands-on demonstrations were conducted with the range of water rescue equipment. This included a new RSW Series Rescue Sled, specially designed for weirs and swift water. RS and RSW Series Sleds are lightweight and quick to deploy, whilst remaining rugged and easy to maneuver....

A residential structure fire was reported in the early morning hours on Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, at approximately 3:17 a.m., on Monday, February 7, 2022. Upon arrival, fire crews observed a well-involved residential structure with smoke and flames showing. Crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire within approximately 20 minutes. There were no occupants home at the time of the structure. Assistance The structure fire required all units from the Big Bear Fire Department to respond wi...

When it comes to fire protection, healthcare facilities pose numerous risks. These include the presence of countless fire hazards, difficulties in effectively maintaining fire protection across large and complex sites, as well as a high density of people, many of whom are vulnerable. As ever, the standard of fire safety is determined by the quality and effective implementation of physical fire protection. The fire alarm control panel is central to achieving high standards of protection. Choosin...

It is now approaching five years since the Grenfell Tower disaster but the fallout continues. One reaction has been to see residential sprinklers systems much more widely applied in the UK. Users will hear how the London policy on sprinklers restricts funding for social housing to apartment buildings protected with sprinklers. Grenfell was partly made of combustible materials and Daniel Joyeux of Efectis will present French guidance on how to protect wooden residential buildings, sprinklers bei...

Following an exclusive dialogue, Hempel has completed the acquisition of Khimji Paints LLC. This is Hempel’s first acquisition in the Decorative segment in the Middle East, supporting its strategy to double Hempel by 2025. Hempel’s Double Impact strategy will be realized through both acquisitions and organic growth, as well as ambitious investments in sustainability, innovation, and digitalization. Khimji Paints Khimji Paints is a paint and coatings manufacturer in Oman, with a st...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) announces that the next NVFC Recruitment and Retention (R&R) Experience will take place September 16-17, 2022, in Mesa, AZ. The inaugural NVFC R&R Experience took place in 2021. This training event is an opportunity for fire and EMS personnel from across the country to participate in valuable classroom sessions on topics relating to volunteer fire and emergency department staffing as well as exchange ideas and best practices with their peers....

The National Fire Chiefs Council’s (NFCC) Data and Digital Programme is commencing the final stage of delivering a national data analytics capability that will make efficient and effective use of data to support current and emerging needs of the UK fire and rescue service (UKFRS), as well as ongoing decision making and policy development. Once fully implemented, the resource will be a central function of the NFCC comprising of skilled people, standardized processes, and technology...

They are excited to announce that they have launched an online version of the foam, antifreeze, and dry chemical sample return form. This new interactive form allows them to log onto the dyneusa.com website and submit the sample information without ever needing a paper copy of the form. The information is filtered into the database. Once their samples arrive for testing, getting them in line in the lab is faster and easier.  Benefits of using the online form Convenient 24/7 online acce...

In partnership with the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA), the European Fire Sprinkler Network (EFSN) will host the Fire Sprinkler International 2022 event, a two-day conference at the Park Plaza London Riverbank, in London, United Kingdom, on 31st May and 1st June 2022, providing an unmatched forum for knowledge and understanding of the sprinkler industry. After two years of travel restrictions, commercial restraints and limited opportunities to network and interact personal...

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has launched the first air crew lifejacket to secure approvals under the latest European Aviation Safety Agency ETSO for an emergency breathing system. The VIKING YouSafe™ Crew Pro (PV9366) lifejacket’s innovative Emergency Breathing System (EBS) is the first complete system to merit the European Technical Standard Order stamp. new lifejacket’s compact system The license verifies that the new lifejacket’s compact and lightweight system exce...

In the last couple of years, a number of new ISO management system standards have been published. To date, UKAS has received a few enquiries for accreditation to underpin the related certification activities.  As they are new standards UKAS would need to undertake a development project to confirm the applicability of the standard and also to establish a robust and proportionate assessment approach. UKAS is reviewing its current development projects and wants to gauge the level of inte...

Last month, Recruiter Insider announced their top five consultants for Candidate Experience for Q4 and Zitko were thrilled to learn that Ellie Kendal, who works in the contracting department, was named as one of those five. Ellie joined Zitko just over two years ago and after only a year with the company, she was promoted to Senior Contract Fire & Security Recruitment Consultant. Although this is a great achievement, it is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Ellie’s list of s...

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Authority (SYFRA) has appointed Chris Kirby as the new Chief Fire Officer. selection and interview  Barnsley-born Chris joined South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue as Deputy Chief Fire Officer in 2020 Chris Kirby was appointed following a selection process which included a written application, interview with members of the Fire Authority, and presentation to members of a staff stakeholder panel. Barnsley-born Chris joined South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue...

All homes in Scotland must have interlinked smoke alarms from 1 February. As the date nears, members of the Scottish Parliament have expressed their concerns about whether all homeowners will be able to comply. The Scottish Government gave Care and Repair Scotland £500k to help older and disabled homeowners install alarms. The daily record reported on 25 January that Care and Repair Scotland had struggled to meet demand and had closed its doors to new requests. Since September the se...

NFCC welcomed the progress of the Building Safety Bill, as it completed its third reading in the House of Commons on 19 January 2022. Following the debate, Mark Hardingham, NFCC Chair said, “The Building Safety Bill is a crucial piece of legislation to improve the fire and building safety landscape both now and in the future."  “We particularly welcomed the detailed contributions from Members across the House, including those speaking on behalf of residents and leaseholders in...

When the global pioneer in safety and gas detection technology joins forces with a pioneer in refrigerant leak detection systems, it creates an opportunity to change an industry. A first look at what is possible for the HVAC-R industry will be on display in Las Vegas next week as MSA Safety, Inc., the global pioneer in the development, manufacture, and supply of sophisticated safety solutions that help to protect people and facility infrastructures, and MSA Bacharach exhibit together at this ye...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings launches the Tyco Series LFII Residential 4.9 K-factor Lead-Free for 13D Sprinkler. The concealed pendent sprinkler is manufactured with a polymeric material that carries anti-heat and anti-corrosion properties, making it ideal for long-lasting dependable fire protection in residential occupancies. It is the first fire sprinkler to be certified to ANSI/UL 199, the Standard for Automatic Sprinklers for Fire-Protec...