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Viasat, Inc., a communications company, announced it has welcomed Insign Solutions, a provider of bespoke Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled solutions and services, to its ELEVATE program. ELEVATE is a growth program, ecosystem, and marketplace for providers of software, hardware and solutions, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in commercial land markets. As an ELEVATE partner, Insign Solutions will provide customers with an IoT-enabled monitoring solution to mitigate the environmental...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a fire outside a large factory at Wetherill Park, in Sydney's west. Around 1 pm, more than 50 firefighters and 15 fire trucks were deployed to Redfern Street, where a blaze had broken out in a yard behind a warehouse, used to make tissues, toilet paper, kitchen towels, and napkins. In-built sprinkler system Flames engulfed several large stacks of paper rolls in a sheltered area next to the structure. An in-built sprinkler system at the facil...

The Fire and Rescue Incident Statistics 2022-2023, published (Tuesday, 31 October 2023), coincided with the Annual Performance Review (APR) held in Aberdeen. The figures show that more than half of all incidents were false alarms. Firefighters attended 4,305 dwelling fires, which is down seven percent from the previous year. Flooding incidents increased this year with 3,139 attended in 2022-2023, up from 1,617. The Minister for Victims and Community Safety, who attended the APR event, expressed...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews remain on scene, mopping up, after a fire ripped through a large storage warehouse at Girraween, in Sydney's west, overnight. The blaze broke out on the Great Western Highway just before 2 am. At the peak of the fire, more than 100 firefighters and 20 fire trucks worked to stop the fierce fire from spreading to neighboring businesses. Firefighters pumping water Firefighters used four aerial ladder trucks to safely get over the top of the fire to contain it F...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have pulled off the 'purr-fect' rescue effort, extricating a cantankerous kitten from the dashboard of a car at Blackett, in Sydney's west. The kitten was being driven home for the first time by its new owner, along Devaney Street, just before midday yesterday, when the frightened feline made a run for it, scampering behind the dashboard where it got stuck. Ropes Crossing Fire Station A distress call went out to the crew from the Ropes Crossing Fire St...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is praising the actions of four police officers who kicked open a door to rescue a man from his burning home at Fairfield East, in Sydney's south-west. Around 4:15 a.m., emergency services were deployed to the townhouse on Mitchell Street, where a blaze had broken out in a bedroom. NSW Ambulance paramedics NSW Police were the first to arrive on-scene and quickly established that a man was trapped inside. They forced open a door and found him lying on the ground, su...

Fire poses a significant risk to the hospitality sector. Apart from causing costly damage and bringing operations to a halt, it can seriously undermine the organization’s brand. The evidence suggests fire is fairly commonplace in the industry; according to the government’s latest figures, hotels are one of the most vulnerable types of buildings, with 263 out of every 1,000 experiencing a fire in the period September 2012–September 2019. Pubs, restaurants, and takeaways fared s...

Following post-Grenfell inquiries, large-scale changes have been enacted in the Building Safety Act (2022) regarding the role of fire safety in construction and building maintenance. The bill will run alongside the Fire Safety Act (FSA) to strengthen oversight, creating an independent regulator to be established by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Here is an overview of the new roles and responsibilities enacted by the bill, and their implications for accountability and transparency...

Construction projects are a community process, not just in terms of immediate impact but also in the long-term benefits they offer local areas. This concept is particularly resonant in the case of local authority construction projects, as they are partially funded by taxpayers and designed for community benefit and use. Resident Liaison Officers (RLOs) are central to the relationship between local authorities, construction companies and community members. Not only is it essential that residents...

It is essential that staff and students are safe in their place of learning, whether it’s a school, university, college, or anywhere else. According to research, an average of 1,500 fires happen each year in educational establishments, causing a “significant impact on the social and emotional experiences of pupils, staff and the wider community and on teaching and learning in the affected schools.” According to insurance reports from Zurich, in 2019 alone there were...

Gilbert Fire & Rescue in Arizona and Pierce Manufacturing will welcome Gilbert’s new Pierce Volterra electric pumper into service with a local media open house and traditional push-in ceremony on Friday, October 27 at Gilbert Fire Station No. 2. The media event begins at 3 PM (MST) with the push-in ceremony to directly follow at 4 PM (MST). Attendees will have the opportunity to get an up-close view of the revolutionary electric fire apparatus, learn about its technology elements...

Amthal has appointed Deane Sales to the position of Group Sales Director, following the company’s strategic shift to its senior management team and approach to fire safety and security. As one of the nation’s trusted commercial fire protection and security partners, Amthal welcomes Deane to lead the Group in its new direction, introducing his extensive insight into compliance to forge key partnerships and identify opportunities for business development. life safety solutions Deane...

Fire and Rescue NSW’s ability to respond to high-rise emergencies in Sydney’s east has been bolstered by a new $1.5 million turntable ladder truck for the Woollahra Fire Station. The Rosenbauer-manufactured vehicle, built in Germany, replaces an earlier model, which has reached the end of its service life. The new aerial appliance can extend its ladder 33 meters, up to 75 degrees, to deal with elevated emergencies and can hold a combined weight of 500 kilograms. Turntable ladd...

If they have renovated an old historic house into a lavish apartment and yet kept the fireplace as it is. Then they should read this guide till the end. Having a fireplace in an apartment is a good idea as it keeps the room heated, but on the other hand, it’s kind of risky as the fire may get out of control, and it may end up damaging properties and losing lives. Therefore, they are provided with a small yet helpful guide, including apartment fireplace safety tips. Try not to skip it as i...

CLM Fireproofing is the current Number 1 Provider of the National Firestopping Framework (Pretium|Hyde Group). Utilizing the framework can engage to provide Firestopping and Fire Door Installation works. The Pretium Framework, developed with Contracting Authority the Hyde Group, with technical input from Frankham Risk Management Services, delivers quality services, best practices, and assurance with an accredited supply chain. About the Framework Projects of all...

To enhance fire safety and prevent wildfires, the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) is implementing a new law that mandates burn permits for larger campfires. The law, LD 24, goes into effect on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, and will impact fires that exceed 3 feet in height and 3 feet in diameter that are not for debris disposal. Notably, permits for burning brush and wood debris remain unaffected and are still required under the existing regulations. The ne...

Modular construction has gained significant popularity in recent years. As the name suggests, it involves modular components of the structure being shipped to the site to be assembled – much like a piece of flat pack furniture. Due to its efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness it has become much more common in the construction industry.  However, like any building method, it comes with its own set of challenges. One critical concern is fire safety. In this blog post, they...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators believe a faulty Lithium-Ion battery was responsible for a weekend e-bike fire that led to the evacuation of 30 people from a high-rise apartment block at Wolli Creek in Sydney's south. The blaze broke out just after 6 pm on Saturday night in a seventh-floor apartment within the Arcliffe Street complex. Residents rushed from their units to safety after the e-bike, on charge, burst into flames, setting fire to a bed. A 30-year-old woman was treated for...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a stolen truck, set on fire, at Mount Hutton, a suburb of Lake Macquarie. A Tanker and Pumper from the Tingira Heights Fire Station rushed to Warners Bay Road at 9.30 last night and found the small, tray-top truck well alight. Firefighters doused the blaze and declared the scene safe within half an hour. Inquiries revealed the vehicle had been stolen, dumped, and set alight. No one was injured in the incident. NSW Police are now investiga...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have led the response to a major grass fire near Nepean Rugby Park in Sydney's west. Just after midday, 15 crews from FRNSW and the Rural Fire Service (RFS) were called to the blaze at Hickeys Lane in Penrith, a remote location surrounded by an industrial complex. Firefighters immediately started work on containing the fire, which was rapidly moving in a northerly direction. Major visibility issues To assist the operation, a helicopter was used to waterb...

The FireQual Awarding Organization is proud to announce that they have achieved Ofqual approval. FireQual shall now be offering both Ofqual and SQA Regulated Qualifications for individuals working in the fire safety industry. Lewis Ramsay, FireQual Chair, said: “This is a great milestone for FireQual, and we thank Ofqual for recognizing that making fire safety qualifications as accessible as possible for the industry is an important aspect to benefit the future safety of the built environ...

A Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighter has received major national recognition for her efforts in protecting communities from fire, keeping up her important work even after losing her own house to a devastating blaze. Leading Firefighter, Erin Pogmore, a respected member of Liverpool Fire Station, in Sydney's south-west, has been awarded 'Officer of the Year' at the 2023 Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards (RESCA) involving paid and volunteer members from the ACT, NSW and Victoria. L...

Firefighters are urging the public to stay away from flood waters and to follow evacuation advice as Storm Babet continues to cause life-threatening flooding across Scotland. A second Red weather warning has been issued by the Met Office covering the Tayside and Grampian regions from midnight tonight, Friday 20 October, to midnight on Saturday, 21 October. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has responded to almost 70 weather-related incidents across Scotland, including rescues from hom...

The Deputy Chief Officer of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Stuart Stevens has released a statement on the response to Storm Babet.  Stuart Stevens, Deputy Chief Officer of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, said, “We currently have several resources committed to support evacuations and rescues in the areas most severely impacted by Storm Babet, which primarily includes Brechin and also other areas across Tayside and Grampian." follow safety ad...

UK Landfill Service and Fill Service operator uses a data-driven approach to workplace safety. Pioneering landfill and waste resource management company, Enovert, uses Blackline Safety data analytics to enhance gas detection and exposure prevention. The Challenge Preventing gas exposure and protecting workers Enovert is one of UK's pioneering providers of waste management services managing over 2.3 million tons of waste per year. Their operations include seven operational landfill sites, two...

The Extinguishing Section of Euralarm has published a guidance document that focuses on the maintenance of condensed aerosol fire extinguishing systems/equipment controlled by electronic detection systems. This document is now available in the English, French, and German languages. Typical applications of this type of equipment include electric power generating and distribution facilities, electrical panels, machinery spaces, storage rooms, battery energy storage systems, and mobile and transpo...

Twiceme, a Swedish tech ingredient in protective equipment and pioneer in worksite safety solutions, is delighted to announce the expansion of its partnership with global height safety specialist Guardian. This collaboration builds upon the successful integration of Twiceme's Help the Helpers (HTH) technology into Guardian's B7-Comfort Harness, introduced in April 2023. Together, Twiceme and Guardian are taking job site safety to new heights with the addition of a Product Inspection f...

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is recruiting for the next generation of 999 call handlers at its Operations Control site in Edinburgh.   The role of Firefighter Control is the first point of contact for members of the public who dial 999 to report an emergency. It plays a vital role in keeping Scotland’s communities safe and ensuring that emergency incidents are dealt with effectively and efficiently.   Firefighter Control staff Group Commander - Marie C...

Schuberth, a global provider of head protection solutions, and Twiceme, a fast-growing Swedish safe-tech ingredient, are pleased to announce a partnership.  Schuberth and Twiceme have joined forces to improve safety standards in helmets, and the collaboration is driven by a shared passion for safety and a determination to provide wearers with one safety tool that fits all. Schuberth and Twiceme partnership Schuberth and Twiceme will work together to introduce Twiceme's HTH technology in...

Compartmentation is the unsung hero of the fire safety world. It is the practice of dividing a building or structure into separate, fire-resistant compartments or sections, designed to prevent the spread of fire, smoke, and toxic gases. Compartmentation plays a pivotal role in containing fires, saving lives, and minimizing property damage. In this blog post, they’ll explore the importance of this vital part of the fire safety arsenal. What is Included in Compartmentation This fire safet...