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Environment Canada and Climate Change have issued a Special Weather Statement for Greater Victoria, forecasting unseasonably hot weather developing over coastal BC, beginning Friday, May 12 through to Tuesday, May 16. Daytime highs will reach into the high 20s to low 30s, with overnight lows in the low to mid-teens. The highest temperatures are expected on Sunday and Monday. Tips to address hot weather Get VictoriaReady for the heat and remember these tips: Stay hydrated (carry a refillabl...

Homeland Security Secretary, Alejandro N. Mayorkas and U.S. Fire Administrator, Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell delivered remarks during the 42nd National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) Memorial Weekend on May 7, 2023, in Emmitsburg, Maryland, USA. The Homeland Security Secretary and the U.S. Fire Administrator paid tribute to the 79 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2022 and 65 firefighters who died in previous years.  Paying tribute to fallen firefighters The emergencies to wh...

Global height safety specialist - Guardian is pleased to announce a partnership with Twiceme Technology, the rapidly growing safe-tech company out of Sweden. The partnership will debut with the integration of Twiceme's technology in the upcoming launch of Guardian’s B7-Comfort Harness planned to start shipping to customers late April 2023. Twiceme® is an integrated technology Twiceme® is an integrated technology that allows end-users to enter personal data into a piece of equipm...

One of the biggest topics within the fire industry in the last few years has been cancer prevention and awareness. Everyone knows the importance of this, but what is something that can be targeted immediately, to prevent preliminary exposure after being on scene?   NFPA 1851 specifies the recommended actions for the cleaning and drying of turnout gear. It defines three types of cleaning: preliminary exposure reduction, advanced, and specialized, which regard hazmat contaminants. Let&r...

Twiceme, a global pioneer in safety technology, is excited to be part of Guardian's B7-Comfort Harness, launching in the United States of America (USA).  This revolutionary harness offers unparalleled safety and comfort, thanks to innovative technologies such as Twiceme, groundbreaking engineering, and expert design that puts the user's needs first. B7-Comfort Harness The B7-Comfort Harness has been in development for over a year, with extensive end-user feedback informing every stage of...

Europe’s most important fire safety event, taking place at ExCel London Exhibition Centre, in London, United Kingdom (UK), FIREX welcomes thousands of fire safety professionals to explore the latest innovative products and solutions and meet face-to-face with the entire fire safety community – all under one roof, over three days. FIREX offers attendees a chance to meet face-to-face with the major suppliers across passive fire protection, fire detection and alarms, emergency lighting...

Jay Weber, Senior Product Manager for Blackline Safety, recently visited HazMat2 to collaborate with their team of hazmat responders and gain insights into their experiences using its equipment in the field. Jay donned several hazmat ensembles and gloves to understand the difficulties of responders downrange in PPE.  complexities and difficulties “My recent visit to HazMat2 with Ben and his team gave me an entirely new understanding of the complexities and difficulties associated w...

From a single pair of gloves to thousands of protective garments delivered to fire departments around the world, Fire-Dex has grown from small beginnings to become a leading provider of lifesaving gear. Currently, 40 years old and currently the country’s fastest-growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders, the company has consistently led through customer-driven product innovation and a focus on family that starts at the factory. reputation for safety “We are incredibly fortu...

At fire scenes, maydays are declared nearly 80 percent of the time due to a lack of firefighter situational awareness, according to Project Mayday, a collective study of mayday incidents, responses and prevention. While mayday calls are just one of many challenges facing firefighters on the fireground, MSA Safety, Inc., will showcase solutions that address these challenges at this week's Fire Department Instructor's Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.  FDIC is one of the wor...

MSA Safety, Inc. announced that its handheld LUNAR™ Connected Device can be used on FirstNet® to provide firefighters with a solution to help strengthen the incident response. LUNAR, a wireless, search and rescue device for firefighters that doubles as a personal thermal imaging camera, is the first device of its kind to work with the FirstNet network. FirstNet, built with AT&T, is designed with and for America's first responders and the extended public safety community that could...

Startling figures reveal that drowning is a bigger killer than house fires in West Yorkshire, with nine deaths taking place in one year.  National Be Water Aware Week West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) has joined forces with other fire and rescue services locally and nationally urging people to heed the dangers of open water. The campaign, led nationally by the National Fire Chiefs’ Council (NFCC) is being backed locally by Yorkshire Water, which owns many of the bodies...

Tyne and Wear fire chiefs have said the future of frontline services to communities has been strengthened with the continued investment in a brand new fleet of vehicles. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) have already been recognized as one of the fastest responding service in the entire country. Additionally, the TWFRS have confirmed that 10 brand new fire appliances will take to the streets across the region in the coming weeks. Brand new fleet of fire appliances Every vehicle is...

Where does the department keep PPE when not in service? Lockers in the bay, exposed to UV rays and exhaust emissions? If so, it’s time to reconsider how the gear is being stored. Making sure that the PPE is stowed correctly is a perfect example of how users can lessen the risk of damage in the future. Proper NFPA storage Needs Before storing, the garments should be clean and dry - avoiding contact with contaminants, such as oils, solvents, acids, or alkalis. The storage areas must be...

Coopers Fire is proud to have organized another EGG-cellent Easter collection for Waterloovile Food Bank, located in Waterlooville, United Kingdom (UK). Waterlooville Food Bank is based at Wecock Church and is run completely by volunteers. Waterlooville Food bank Waterlooville Food Bank works in the local area, alongside recognized organizations, such as the Citizens Advice Bureau, Children Services, Schools, Housing Association and more, in order to supply free items to those in need in the...

Responding to the inspectorate spotlight report on culture in the fire and rescue service, the Chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has stated his commitment and determination to work with all fire and rescue services to deliver an open, inclusive, and welcoming culture for all. He is clear that this is his number one priority. Following His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) report into values and culture, NFCC Chair - Mark Harding...

RealWear, the pioneer of assisted reality wearable solutions for frontline industrial professionals, has launched three new products to advance its drive to become the de facto productivity platform for frontline professionals and its partners. Products  The new products include:  RealWear App Marketplace  RealWear App Marketplace is the new destination to discover powerful applications for frontline professionals using RealWear devices. Customers can quickly discover pur...

The North East’s largest fire and rescue service have given their communities the gift of life – by donating £62,000 worth of life-saving equipment. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) have announced the donation of 31 defibrillators to local charity - North East Hearts with Goals. The charity are dedicated to raising money to fund the installation of the equipment in schools, colleges, sporting clubs, GP surgeries and even in to people’s homes. But they have...

Superior protection with maximum comfort, a wide range of functions and optimum operational hygiene: these are the arguments that convinced the Bremen Fire Department about the HEROS firefighting helmets from Rosenbauer. The first batch of almost 1,500 helmets was delivered at the end of last year, with the second installment delivered in January 2023. Since then, a total of 58 HEROS H30 helmets in the color ‘daylight fluorescent red’ (for the command staff) and 1,386 HEROS Titan (f...

In 2019, GearGrid announced that they were going to expand their storage solutions to the Public Works Market.  GearGrid offers a wide variety of products that will help store and protect Public Works PPE and gear. Lockers The lockers Geargrid provides include Wall Mount lockers and Mobile & Free Standing Lockers. Wall Mount Lockers Within Geargrid Wall Mount Lockers, they provide Standard Wall Mount, Personnel Wall Mount, and Tubular Frame Walls.  Wall Mount l...

After a practice or a game, gear, and equipment deserve to be properly cared for. The appropriate drying and storage of athletic equipment are vital to prolonging its use. customization and modularity GearGrid storage systems are built with complete customization and modularity to satisfy a variety of storage challenges. That includes their innovative accessories to be used in conjunction with their Team Storage Lockers and Bulk Equipment Storage Solutions. All are built with only proven, hea...

Many athletic facilities are faced with the same difficult problem: a lack of storage space for team sports equipment. Couple that with the high cost of gear, and the problem of how to properly store and protect that gear can arise. To help solve this issue, GearGrid developed a line of Wall Mount Equipment Storage Panels and Shelves designed to assist in utilizing wall space effectively and efficiently. Wall Mount Equipment Storage Panels GearGrid is the strongest and most versatile line of...

GearGrid’s Paint Kit helps keep all paint supplies organized and easily assessable in one centralized location. Constructed of heavy-duty materials, all the accessories allow unlimited placement flexibility to meet storage needs. This kit comes with everything a user will need: (1) ACS CoroPlast Shelf Liner (1) ACS Dry Guide Coat Holder (10) ACS Five Inch Single Hooks (1) ACS Four Place Sandpaper Rack (1) ACS Glove Box Holder (2) ACS Mask Racks (1) ACS Multi Rack (1) ACS Orb...

The Mountainside, NJ Fire Department organizes its PPE storage space with several of GearGrid’s innovative products. GearGrid’s Standard Wall Mount Lockers outline the perimeter of the room, while back-to-back Standard Mobile Lockers allow for more storage in the center of the space. The open-grid design promotes air movement, which minimizes odor build-up and allows damp gear to dry faster. Additional space GearGrid’s Slinger Workstation is the perfect solution for addition...

Brooklyn Park, MN SWAT organizes their tactical gear with GearGrid’s Standard Wall Mount Lockers. Each locker includes a stainless steel hangbar for convenient drying. Stow-Away Seats are included to provide seating for dressing, and easily fold into the locker for compact storage. The open grid design promotes air movement, which minimizes odor build-up and allows damp gear to dry faster. All GearGrid systems are completely modular and let Brooklyn Park SWAT organize their space, their w...

UKAS welcomes the UK-Ukraine Digital Trade Agreement, which was signed by the UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Kemi Badenoch and the Ukrainian First Minister. This agreement will further support reconstruction efforts within the region, as well as the facilitation of cross-border data flows and enhanced trade with the UK through electronic transactions, e-signatures, and e-contracts. business and regulatory needs The use of technology to overcome technical barriers to internation...

Checkmate Fire Solutions, based strategically across the United Kingdom (UK), has fought off stiff international competition to scoop a prestigious RoSPA Award, demonstrating huge commitment to health and safety excellence. Checkmate is delighted to have won a Silver Award in the Industry Sector category, demonstrating its dedication to ensuring its staff, clients and contractors get home safely at the end of every working day. RoSPA Health and Safety Awards RoSPA Health and Safety Awards is...

The Rosenbauer Switzerland team awaits everyone at Suisse Public 2023 in Bern, Switzerland, from June 6 to June 9, 2023. Here, the latest trends from the firefighting sector will be presented. Rosenbauer’s long-term goal is to serve firefighting applications with end-to-end e-mobility solutions and thus, contribute to sustainability in mobility. Alternative drive concepts and the topic of electro-mobility will also be the focus of attention at Suisse Public 2023 event. Rosenbauer pr...

GearGrid’s products are being used by all of the student-athletes at Hutchinson High School in Minnesota every day in practice. “Each sport has its own storage cage. They have padlocks that only the coaches can access.” Thayne Johnson, Hutchinson’s Activities Director, said. These storage cages replaced their old flimsy cabinets that weren’t holding up to the various needs of the sports teams. Easy purchasing process “When we [first] saw the GearGrid produc...

A century-old fire truck has finally returned to its home department thanks to a 2,000 mile cross-country lift by GearGrid owner Mike Boyer. With the experience and equipment needed to transport antique vehicles—as well as a shared appreciation for preserving fire department history—Boyer eagerly volunteered to assist with these efforts. Sheridan Fire-Rescue in Wyoming had spent decades tracking down its 1919 American LaFrance through the effort of now-retired captain Edgar Fack. Th...

GearGrid’s Standard Wall Mount Lockers help assist Dupont Nutrition in Madison, WI. The open grid design promotes maximum air movement, which minimizes odor buildup and allows damp items to dry faster. The lockers are constructed with superior strength and versatility for fast, easy access to gear and equipment. Because of this locker design, Dupont can safely and effectively store and dry all their PPE.