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After eight years, Simon Banks has made the difficult decision to step down from the BAFE Board. Justin Maltby-Smith, Group Managing Director of BAFE, stated, “In my first year with BAFE I can see that Simon has been an extremely supportive and valued member of the BAFE Board." "Simon’s work, especially in driving new talent into the fire and security sectors, has been of great value, and with Simon’s support BAFE has been honored to be part of this with our support of quality...

Bruce the dog was out for a walk with puppy River, his thoroughbred daughter, on Wednesday afternoon when he decided to scamper across a frozen fishing lake at Green Lane, Horbury, before catapulting into the freezing water. The dog managed to get to the island at the center of the lake - but it was thanks to River that help arrived quickly. The eight-month-old puppy alerted professional dog walker Sharon Skinner to the danger Bruce was in, and she immediately rang West Yorkshire Fire and Rescu...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) will host its inaugural Regional Wildland Symposium on March 17-18 in Box Elder, SD. This wildland fire-focused event will bring together fire and EMS personnel from across the region and country to participate in valuable classroom training and idea exchange. interactive classroom training The symposium will provide an opportunity to learn from interactive classroom training and share ideas and best practices with wildland firefighters and other stak...

Health and safety, and in particular, fire safety, are important for retailers all year round. However, the festive season brings with it increased risks and unique challenges that retailers should be aware of as they head into the busy Christmas period. In anticipation of high demand and increased sales, shops will have additional stock levels to cope with the demands of shoppers. However, high stock levels can cause an increased fire risk in a number of ways. Firstly, stock and associated pa...

On Monday, January 23, 2023, new Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 will take effect and apply to both new and existing residential structures. The regulation introduces new duties in England under the Fire Safety Order for building owners or managers (responsible persons) for any premises containing two or more dwellings. Secure information box For high-rise residential buildings (a multi-occupied residential building at least 18 meters in height or 7 or more storeys), responsible person...

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released an update into its ongoing investigation of an April 8, 2021, incident at the Yenkin-Majestic OPC Polymers resin plant in Columbus, OH. The update provides a detailed incident description, background information on the facility and production as well as a history of the equipment. The large explosion and fire led to one fatality and injured eight additional employees. CSB Interim Executive Steve Owens said, “This was...

Two Level 3 Fire & Security Apprentices at Northern Irelands, South Eastern Regional College (SERC) have jointly lifted the Nittan Shield Fire Engineering Apprentice of the Year title for 2022 at the College. Apprentices Alexander Wallace (Saintfield) employed by Building Protection Systems (NI) Ltd and Jonny Hamilton (Bangor) employed by Atlas World is the first to share the Award. Performance SERC Fire and Security Lecturer Robin Hamill said, “This Award reflects both young men&...

While Christmas calls for celebration, it is also the time to pay attention to fire safety at the place. If not handled properly, many things enjoyed during this time, such as fairy lights, candles, trees, and decorations, can all turn into dangerous fire hazards. Here are some of the best fire safety advice, so that their home and business stay safe during this season. 1. Check the Christmas lights Major Christmas fires get ignited by a little spark or short in the Christmas lights, so i...

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has released a statement calling on the Government to make it a requirement for all new high-rise residential buildings over 18 meters or seven stories to have more than one staircase. In England, there is currently no maximum height for residential buildings with only one staircase. Changes in high-rise buildings NFCC is urging the Government to adopt the following changes for high-rise residential buildings over 18 meters or seven storeys: All...

Following on from the November announcement made by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) that it was introducing legislation to continue recognition of the CE marking and reversed epsilon marking until 31 December 2024 for most goods being placed on the GB market, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has now confirmed that it shall be following suit with respect to construction products. DLUHC has now stated its intention to en...

Wireless solutions provider Ramtech has announced the appointment of a new business unit director Alan Middup to lead its ongoing expansion into international fire safety and security markets. Having completed a trainee program at Halma plc, Ramtech's parent company, and risen to become global operations director at Sentric Safety Group, Alan is well equipped to continue elevating the role innovative wireless safety and security solutions play in solving global site protection challenges. Role...

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) has issued advice about going too close to frozen water. They are warning that walking next to water may be slippery, and with plummeting temperatures across the region, the dangers of falling into water are at their highest. The warnings come after four boys, aged six, eight, 10, and 11, were rushed to hospital in critical condition, suffering cardiac arrests after having fallen through the ice at Babbs Mill Park in Solihull at 2.30 pm on Sunday....

The winners of the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) 2022 Passive Fire Protection Awards were announced at the Association’s Awards Dinner at the Park Regis Hotel in Birmingham on 25 November. Members gathered at this sell-out event to recognize and celebrate the sector’s achievements and hear all the latest news from the ASFP. Chosen by an independent panel of judges, the winners were presented with their awards by special guest speaker Mandy Hickson, a former Royal...

The Fire and Rescue Services of Essex and Bedfordshire awarded Frequentis the contract for providing its latest version of its 3020 Integrated Communications Control System (ICCS) for their new joint control rooms project. Essex has been using Frequentis solutions for some seven years. A new collaborative control center in a brand new facility will be established. This contract when completed will enable the combined team of Essex and Bedfordshire FRS to have one of the pioneer and highly reli...

With an order value of EUR 8 million, the FDC (Fire Brigades Dispatch Center) project in Vietnam is the biggest fire brigade project the Vienna-based high-tech company has worked on so far. Within the framework of an economic mission in Vietnam, Alois Stöger, Austrian Federal Minister for Transport, Innovation, and Technology, took part in the official inauguration of the fire brigade central in Hanoi. The event leads over into the project’s second phase, where further dispatch cent...

The KGO deploys units from 30 ambulance stations, 156 fire stations, and 116 police stations, and Siemens and Frequentis were chosen to supply the associated technology. 1,200 emergency calls for the police and 550 for the fire and ambulance services: just an average working day for the three emergency services in the Oldenburg region. “The police alone received 680 emergency calls between midnight and 6am on New Year’s Day 2013”, recalls Chief Superintendent Heiko von Deetzen...

Based on a long history of relevant expertise and many years of experience with safety-critical communication systems, Frequentis provides solutions to support corporate safety and security, threat management and protection, and civil protection and emergency management. Evonik Industries, one of the world’s pioneer specialty chemicals companies, has equipped its sites in Darmstadt/Weiterstadt and Worms (Germany) with a networked and integrated command and control center as well as with a...

For over 60 years, FREQUENTIS has earned the reputation as the pioneer in command and control solutions for Police, Fire, and EMS rescue services, as well as for other affiliated Department of Homeland Security agencies and organizations in Public Safety Emergency Operations Centers. FREQUENTIS dedication to advanced, robust, and highly scalable solutions has allowed to specifically align and adapt to its technologies to serve the most demanding communications and control environments. Public...

As of 1 February 2012, Rolf Unterberger (45) will join the Frequentis AG executive board as the successor to Christian Pegritz, taking responsibility for sales and marketing. As a sales professional with strong international experience, Mr. Unterberger will build on the success of Mr. Pegritz, who has played a key role in driving both the growth and internationalization of the Frequentis group of companies over the past 20 years. Frequentis AG is an international supplier of communication and i...

Frequentis is an international supplier of communication and information systems in safety-critical markets and the company is a global market pioneer in air traffic control. Frequentis solutions are in operation in over 100 countries, and its customers include police, fire, and ambulance services, as well as organizations and public authorities in civil/military air traffic management, rail, and maritime shipping markets. The safety expertise In order to provide the safety expertise required...

Crews from Halifax and Illingworth fire stations attended the incident at Howard Street in Halifax at around 2 pm on December 1st, when a halogen heater set fire to a dog’s bedding. halogen heater fire The heater had been keeping the dog and her puppy warm but had started a fire in the kitchen of the terraced property. While the dog had managed to escape through a hatch in the back door, firefighters searched for any puppies in the smoke-filled house. Crew commander - Neal Andrews-Parry...

A transformational headquarters, training center, and new fire station are at the heart of ambitious modernization plans for the region’s fire service.  Work on West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service’s (WYFRS) Birkenshaw site is currently underway after planning was approved. Dramatic footage released shows the demolition of old buildings is moving at pace with plans for the whole building to be ready by 2024. £28.6 million sustainable development The £28.6 millio...

The Home Office has published new Guidance for anyone with responsibilities under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.  The information published highlights “This guidance is for people who have responsibilities under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 (“the Regulations”). You will have such responsibilities if, under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (“the Fire Safety Order”), you are a “Responsible Person” (or a p...

SYFRS is aware of the ongoing gas supply incident in parts of Stannington and Hillsborough. While agencies work together to resolve this issue, fire service staff will be visiting the area to provide safety advice to local people. Gas Supply Issue If users have lost gas supply, please: Be careful not to overload electrical sockets – SYFRS knows people may be using more electrical items to cook or heat their homes, but most extension leads and adapters can only take a maximum of 1...

MSA Safety Incorporated, a global pioneer in firefighter safety equipment and technology, will be introducing a new line of firefighter protective clothing for the Middle East fire market at Intersec 2023. MSA® Bristol X4 The MSA® Bristol X4 uses the very latest fabric and fiber technology alongside modern streamlined styling to provide enhanced comfort, ergonomics, and protection. Originally launched at Interschutz for firefighters on the continent, the Bristol X4 design has been ada...

In December, two west Norfolk fire stations are throwing their doors open to welcome members of the public for festive treats and to learn more about Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service. Fakenham Fire Station and King’s Lynn North Fire Station will be welcoming visitors between 1 pm and 5 pm, with members of the public of all ages invited to drop by between 1 pm and 5 pm on the following dates: 10th December: Fakenham Fire Station, Norwich Road, Fakenham NR21 8BB 17th December:...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Aboriginal Community Liaison officers have delivered critical support to indigenous communities impacted by the devastating floodwaters in the state’s central west. Two teams of indigenous firefighters were recently deployed from Sydney to the worst-hit towns of Condobolin, Eugowra, Forbes and Parkes, also travelling to outlying missions. They engaged with local Aboriginal land councils, community elders and residents, linking them with emergency teams and fron...

A large fire has destroyed an opportunity shop and warehouse overnight at Byron Bay on the state's far north coast. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received numerous calls about the fire in the business in Grevillea Street just after 8.30pm. The first fire crews on scene quickly called in backup as the shop and warehouse began collapsing. Firefighters used power tools to cut access points through the metal sheet exterior and attacked the blaze from four sides. Supported by 10 FRNSW trucks Su...

Since ancient times, humans have treaded upon the skin of animals. This can be traced back to literally all major cultures and civilizations of the world. Called as 'Leder' in old English and Proto-German, it meant 'tanned or otherwise dressed hide or skin of an animal'. In ancient Roman, Greek, Indian, Egyptian, and Mesopotamian civilizations as early as 3000 BC, the use of leather products for making shoes and gloves and drinking water bags is found. Replacement for natural leather The use...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews are working to extinguish a major fire in a waste facility on Sydney's lower north shore. More than 20 FRNSW trucks and 80 firefighters have been called in to attack the blaze, which engulfed the building in Lanceley Place at Artarmon shortly after 3pm. Large piles of rubbish, including mattresses, are fuelling the flames of the 'eight alarm' blaze. All staff managed to make it to safety outside before the fire took hold. FRNSW crews have since managed to...