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Devon and Cornwall Police has improved its performance in many areas of firearms licensing since the Keyham mass shooting in 2021, though concerns remain over its licences backlog and improper use of temporary permits, the police inspectorate has said. His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) was commissioned by the Home Secretary in April 2023 to undertake an urgent review of the force’s progress in implementing recommendations made by the...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews who battled a major building fire in Surry Hills have received special recognition from the City of Sydney during a ceremony. The intense ‘10th alarm’ blaze destroyed a historic Randle Street warehouse on 25 May, with more than 130 firefighters and 20 fire trucks working over several hours to bring it under control. Their extraordinary efforts stopped the inferno from spreading to neighboring high-rise buildings, including apartments, and prevente...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has conducted a hazard reduction burn in the state's north, with another 40 planned across the state, ahead of what's expected to be a challenging fire season. 20 firefighters, including three FRNSW crews and three NSW Rural Fire Service crews, carried out the burn across 2.2 hectares of Mount Mutton at Uralla. It was focused on an area with a high fuel load and surrounded by homes and critical telecommunications infrastructure. Hazard reduction burn "By conducting...

Anheuser-Busch, together with its wholesaler partners and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), will provide another one million cans of clean drinking water to volunteer fire departments that respond to wildfires. Through the Emergency Drinking Water for Wildland Firefighters program, 1.5 million cans were allocated to over 600 departments during a previous application period in March. This addition means over 1,000 departments will receive 2.5 million cans of water in 2023. Hydration i...

Cameron Carmichael became the milestone number when he donated his stem cells to help save someone’s life. The volunteer on-call firefighter is based at Kilmelford Community Fire Station near Oban, where he’s served for around 11 months. blood cancer charity Cameron Carmichael, 20, who signed up to the blood cancer charity’s stem cell register when he was 16, was surprised to discover he was a match for someone in need, and the 100th donor. He said, “It took a few days...

Luca Fiorentini, Executive Director of TECSA S.r.l. , will participate as a lecturer in the master’s program - “Fire Investigations”, organized by CINEAS ( University Consortium for Engineering in Insurance) that will take place from October 16, 2023 until March 19, 2024.  The master’s degree aims to provide theoretical and practical skills on: heat transmission, fundamentals of combustion and electrical engineering, national and international reference standards, a...

Helmets are an important safety product used by people around the globe, ranging from the cyclists in the Tour de France to firefighters helping to keep their communities safe. In 2023, the Tour de France is making its first-ever stop in the 'World Capital of Fire Helmets', as MSA Safety’s own Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne, France, manufacturing facility welcomes the world’s best cyclists for Stage 13 of the race. MSA Gallet fire helmet Home to the iconic MSA Gallet fire helmet, Chatil...

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is proud to announce that they have received the prestigious Gold Award from the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) for their unwavering commitment to supporting the Armed Forces. This recognition is a testament to the dedication to ensuring those who have served, who continue to serve, and their families, are not disadvantaged in the workplace. Iain Morris is the SFRS Acting Director of Asset Management. SFRS Honored For Supportin...

A Commemoration Service has been held at the James Braidwood statue on Parliament Square in Edinburgh to pay tribute to fallen Firefighter - Ewan Williamson who lost his life in 2009. A minute’s silence was observed, followed by a wreath-laying ceremony involving members of Ewan's family alongside the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) Chief Officer - Ross Haggart. event attendees SFRS colleagues, representatives from the public sector, and charity organizations from across the cit...

POC has been the EF Education-EasyPost’s riders’ helmet and eyewear sponsor since 2014. Through their partnership, EF Education-EasyPost and POC have worked together on product development with safety central to every advancement. Because of POC, the team wears the highest levels of head and eye protection available as they race across the globe. Now they can, too. Ventral Air Mips This is the helmet the fans have been asking for for many years. Developed with a focus on...

Congratulations to Gerard Thorry, the Treasurer at the Mountain Lake Fire Company in Belvidere, New Jersey, USA, for winning a personalized MSA Cairns® XF1 Fire Helmet! Gerard Thorry is the second recipient of the 2023 MSA Cairns® XF1 Fire Helmet Giveaway, a program in partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC). 2023 MSA Cairns® XF1 Fire Helmet Giveaway The Cairns® XF1 Fire Helmet reduces snag hazards, provides a personalized fit The giveaway provides an oppo...

The Rosenbauer Austria team looks forward to welcome everyone from September 21 to September 23, 2023 at Retter Wels 2023 fair, at the Retter Messe in Wels, Austria’s renowned trade fair for emergency response organizations. Rosenbauer At Retter Wels 2023 Get immersed in the Rosenbauer world and discover the news and innovations from the areas of personal protection equipment, technical equipment, extinguishing systems and Rosenbauer Digital Solutions at Retter Wels 2023 trade fair. The...

A Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crew from the Hunter has arrived at a home in the nick of time to prevent a lithium battery exploding in flames. Firefighters received a call to their station phone at 9am from a resident of Mary Street, Merewether, who had accidentally punctured the battery, while removing it from a disused mobile phone. The device had begun emitting an unusual odor, a process known as 'off-gassing,' and the resident was seeking expert advice on how to best handle the situation....

When it comes to working in cold environments, protection is key. Without the right gear, working in extremely cold conditions can expose users to frostbite and other serious injuries. One of the essential pieces of gear for cold work environments is winter thermal gloves. However, not all thermal gloves are created equal. It's essential to ensure that winter hand gloves provide adequate protection, especially in industries that require workers to handle materials in sub-zero temperatures....

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is consulting on two options: the reinstatement of operations and closure of the station. The public and stakeholders can take part between Monday, 10 July, and Friday, 18 August, 2023. The South Lanarkshire-based station has not been operational for more than eight years due to incident data, building maintenance issues, recruitment challenges, and best-value considerations, with nearby fire stations providing cover at this time. The lease of the bui...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a fire at a detention center at Villawood, in Sydney's west. More than 40 firefighters were called in to attack the '4th alarm' blaze, which broke out in the two-level facility on Birmingham Avenue around 11:20 am. Among the FRNSW resources deployed to the scene were three aerial pumpers, along with specialist HAZMAT and rescue crews. FRNSW firefighters During the early stages of the fire, three detainees on the top floor smashed windows an...

What comes once a year with presents for firefighters everywhere? “Christmas in July” from Fire-Dex, the fastest-growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders in the country, returns this month to award industry-pioneering products to lucky fire departments. Back for a second season, Christmas in July is a time for Fire-Dex to recognize first responders and thank them for their service by gifting the gear that keeps them protected on the front lines. This year...

Opening on Thursday, 29 June, the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage is a new attraction designed to charm people of all ages and interests. Visitors will be able to explore five themes within the museum, which brings a touch of modern technology and interactive displays to the experience. The museum is located at the site of McDonald Road Fire Station in the heart of Edinburgh. The entrance can be found via Dryden Terrace. Kelly McMeekin is the Manager of Museum and Heritage at the...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators have determined that a faulty electric blanket was the cause of a fatal house fire last night at Yamba, on the state's north coast. Neighbors at the retirement village in Orion Drive carried a woman, believed to be 73 years old, out of the burning, single-level home just after 9 pm. Firefighters and NSW Ambulance Paramedics, at the front of the property, tried in vain to revive the unconscious woman, who had suffered smoke inhalation. Fire crews Fir...

Recruitment and retention are vital elements for the success of any volunteer fire or emergency medical services (EMS) department. Volunteer departments play a critical role in safeguarding communities, but without enough dedicated volunteers, these departments struggle to fulfill their mission. Volunteer fire and EMS departments across the country are struggling to attract and retain qualified members. Recognizing this challenge, the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), in partnership with the Nat...

Volunteer firefighters who are NVFC members have until June 30 to enter to win a free MSA Cairns® XF1 Fire Helmet. The helmet has a jet-style design that reduces snag hazards, provides a personalized fit, and houses its own integrated light module. Plus, the soft goods are removable, washable, and replaceable. Learn more and enter. This is the second of three opportunities to win a Cairns® XF1 Fire Helmet in 2023. MSA Safety and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) are working tog...

Firefighting is one heck of a selfless job because firefighters save more than lives. They save the hearts and dreams embedded in the memories of a home. For Firefighters, to do their job best they have to keep the keen knowledge of the mechanics and thermodynamics of this beautiful flame as it can easily take the form of the destruction. Development Stage To get a fire under control, firefighters conduct a short assessment test which dictates all the risk factors involved. For conducting thi...

Safety Technology International (STI) has donated protective covers to help a local community charity with false alarms at a time when they need it most. Wildgoose Rural Training is a charitable care farm in Hallow, just outside of Worcester, that supports adults and young people with a variety of learning disabilities. Starting in 2000 with just a handful of students, Wildgoose has grown into a 42-acre site with a thriving 6-acre farm where students from all backgrounds can learn horticulture,...

Rosenbauer launches two new protective boots, the BOROS B2 and the BOROS B3 Cross. These new boots complement the existing boot range in the mid-price segment and are certified according to EN 15090 F2A HI3 CI AN SRC. The dynamic cut and the ergonomic construction guarantee a very high wearing comfort. Thanks to four different entry and release systems, BOROS firefighting boots can always be optimally adapted to the operating conditions, the individual needs and anatomical conditions (foot, ank...

As part of its ever-intensifying focus on marine fire safety, VIKING has reached agreements to distribute Bridgehill’s fire blankets and the Rosenbauer Battery Extinguisher System (BEST) to maritime customers worldwide. The agreements are key outcomes of a project focusing on fire safety needs arising from the growing electric vehicle numbers moving by ship and more initiatives are to be added in the future. Fires due to EVs All cars carried by ship are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG...

More than 70 people have been evacuated as Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews work to contain toxic chemicals at an apartment building in Sydney's inner west. Emergency services were called around 11:15 am to the complex on Parramatta Road, Camperdown, where chlorine had reportedly been mixed with hydrochloric acid in a plant room used for an in-ground swimming pool. FRNSW currently has 10 firefighters on-scene, the majority of whom specialize in hazardous materials (HAZMAT) responses. Protect...

Dräger, the pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has launched the UCF FireCore, a hands-free thermal imaging camera that displays live-action imagery into the Dräger FPS 7000 full face mask. This launch further strengthens Dräger’s commitment to enhancing firefighter safety through robust technological innovation and development.  The UCF FireCore gives firefighters continuous vision in the low-visibility, high-risk, and unfamiliar environments where...

The Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) station at Ballina is boasting an impressive addition to its fleet, a $530-thousand-dollar Bushfire Tanker, designed to extinguish blazes safely and more efficiently. The Isuzu four-wheel-drive is designed to operate in rugged conditions, allowing firefighters to tackle everything from a truck blaze on the highways to bushfires threatening life and property. One of 18 new firefighting appliances in the field following the 2019/20 Black Summer bushfires, the tanke...

Fire and Rescue NSW's station at Picton, in Sydney's south-west, has received another upgrade with the arrival of a new state-of-the-art, light Bushfire Tanker. The new Tanker, built on an Isuzu chassis by Macarthur company, Alphatex Industries, replaces the older Mitsubishi Canter light vehicle. It features a Cabin Protection System (CPS), which improves safety for Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews operating at bushfire incidents, along with wheel water protection sprayers and another water no...

From 1 July, 2023 an alarm activation will require those with fire safety responsibility, known as duty holders, to investigate the cause of an alarm and only call 999 once a fire has been confirmed. This approach is already embedded across several other UK fire and rescue services, which require a confirmed fire before they send fire appliances.   The change in response will affect all premises and businesses that do not provide sleeping accommodation. Hospitals, care homes, hotels, stude...