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Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service had to identify a suitable replacement for the current equipment Draeger breathing apparatus and associated equipment will soon be going live at Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service.  Fully covered by Draeger’s Total Care servicing package, this innovative kit will arrive in two phases, starting with 220 Draeger PSS 7000 Breathing Apparatus sets complete with voice amplification and FPS 7000 Face Masks.  Bringing...

The water transfer process from dump tanks to drafting tanks is commonly used in rural firefighting Kochek Company has introduced an improved version of its patented Holley Transfer Pipe for efficiently moving water from Dump Tanks to drafting tanks. This process, commonly used in rural firefighting, is vital in saving firefighters time. The Holley Transfer Pipe replaces existing lower volume, more complicated and labor intensive methods of transferring water. The improv...

Longmont Fire Department has five Pierce® Velocity™ rear mount pumpers on front line duty Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced that it recently placed five Pierce® Velocity™ custom rescue pumper vehicles into service at the Longmont Fire Department in Longmont, Colorado. “These Velocity pumpers showcase the flexibility and performance of Pierce custom fire trucks, as they help the Longmont Fire Department provide a wide...

London Fire Brigade and London Ambulance Service will train firefighters to use first-aid equipment Every fire engine in London will now be equipped with new high-tech first aid equipment, including defibrillators, and firefighters trained to use the potentially life-saving gear. The kit will be used when fire crews are the first emergency service on the scene or where firefighters work alongside paramedics at incidents, especially where victims cannot be easily reached. It w...

The Deputy Assistant Commissioner has improved the efficiency of London firefighters throughout his career Horndon on the Hill local resident Steve Smith has been named on the Queens Birthday Honours list. Steve, who works for London Fire Brigade and is Deputy Assistant Commissioner in charge of firefighter training, was named amongst well known celebrities and community leaders who made it on to the list. Nominated by London Fire Commissioner Ron Dobson, Steve (52)...

John Redmond, firefighter Steve Taylor, Rowan Ellson Arias, Rose Burton, Owen Crook and Libby Pawson Shropshire children who look after members of their family learned all about fire safety and first aid with the help of Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service.A total of 31 youngsters aged from seven to 16, who are members of the Shropshire Young Carers Service, witnessed a chip pan fire and learned about the importance of every home having smoke alarms and testing them regularly.T...

Watch Manager Roger Iveson has been a firefighter at Hawes Fire Station for 33 years A North Yorkshire firefighter has received a Citizenship Award from Richmondshire District Council, for “Outstanding service to the community”. Watch Manager Roger Iveson has been a part-time firefighter at Hawes Fire Station for 33 years and has held the position of Watch Manager for the past 18 years. During this time he has dedicated much of his time to North Yorkshire Fire...

FlAME-SIM software is chosen by fire departments and academic institutions in the US and Canada Hennepin Technical College in Minnesota has incorporated the latest FLAME-SIM training simulation software into their Fire Degree program. In May of 2010, Hennepin Technical College (HTC) purchased a FLAME-SIM Rugged Mobile Centre which they have incorporated it into their IFSAC Accredited Fire Degree Program that serves several hundred career, paid-on-call, and...

Surbiton firefighters maintain an energy efficient fire station A fire station that would rival Tom and Barbara in the TV show The Good Life has won greenest fire station of the year following a London wide competition to find the most energy efficient.The fire station, in Surbiton where The Good Life was set, has succeeded in converting a roof terrace into an area where they can grow their own vegetables and fruit. Strawberries, potatoes and figs have been grown and used...

The manual call point series is available in break glass and resettable versions The manual call point family from KAC, the world’s leading manufacturer, includes units designed for installation in a vast range of applications. The standard MCP indoor version is ideal for offices, hotels and public buildings; the IP67 WCP is for use in environments where water or dust will be present and intrinsically safe units, approved for both gas and dust risk hazardous areas are i...

Fire Industry Association warns of a decreased firefighter attendance to fire detection and alarm systems The Fire Industry Association (FIA) is urging businesses in Essex to review their fire risk assessments and seek advice to ensure their emergency procedures reflect changes in response by their local Fire Service which could result in no attendance to Automatic Fire Alarm (AFA) signals.Essex Fire and Rescue Service has published an AFA Frequently Asked Questions guide on t...

The NIST has issued a report on its study of the fire at the Sofa Super Store, Charleston, S.C NIST’s final report on its study of the fire at the Sofa Super Store in Charleston, S.C states the major factors involved in the rapid spread of fire. The fire trapped and killed nine firefighters, the highest number of firefighter deaths in a single event since 9/11. The final report is strengthened by clarifications and supplemental text based on comments...

Fike's new quality vent product will compliment its range of fire suppression systems Fike is now offering Impulse Du-Flow pressure vents designed to relieve pressures that can occur with chemical gaseous-type fire extinguishing systems,  effectively protecting the structure while still allowing for superior fire protection.Fike is a leader in clean agent, gaseous fire suppression systems, and recently expanded its offering with the addition of Impulse Technology to...

Fike manufactures its own clean agent fire protection cylinders onsite Fike has announced the completion of a new Pressure Vessel Manufacturing Facility at its corporate headquarters in Blue Springs, Missouri. This new facility allows for the increased production of Fike commercial clean agent fire protection cylinders, while providing employees with a clean, safe and more comfortable work environment. The huge boom in the computer and Internet industries has lead to...

Kimtek Corporation's ATV/UTV Skid Unit is a quick response fire service solution Kimtek Corporation’s FIRELITE™ Transport FDH-11 compact skid unit for ATV/UTVs offers a versatile, cost effective quick response solution for remote and facility fire service use. Rugged and rust proof, this lightweight slip-in fire skid unit offers quality construction at an affordable cost, the FIRELITE FDH-11 is constructed of bright aluminum diamond plate with an aluminum tubing su...

Ian Neal is distributing aid with a ShelterBox Response Team in the Sendai area of Japasn A British firefighter has paid an emotional tribute to the Japanese fire officers who lost their lives during the recent earthquake and tsunami.Ian Neal is a crew manager for the Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service and a volunteer for international disaster relief charity, ShelterBox. He is currently distributing aid with a ShelterBox Response Team in the Sendai area of Japan; one of the are...

Ferrara Fire Apparatus specialises in custom fire apparatus for increased firefighter safety Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc., America’s premier custom fire apparatus manufacturer, has received the LWCC Safest 70 Award from the Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation (LWCC). The award is in recognition of Ferrara’s “outstanding excellence and commitment to workplace safety,” noted LWCC President & CEO Kristin Wall in presenting the award. The...

Dany Cotton of the London Fire Brigade makes London's top 40 most influential women list Dany Cotton, Deputy Assistant Commissioner, LFB ranks alongside 40 women on the most influential women list. The list includes Princess Diana, Margaret Thatcher and Dame Judy Dench.The highest ranking operational woman firefighter in the UK has been included in a poll to find the most influential woman in London over the last 100 y...

Fire Protection Online, together with Thomas Glover Company, launch  Power X fire extinguishers  Power X fire extinguisher comes with 5-year warrantee and all the desired fire ratings and approvals. Fire Protection Online offered heavy discounts to mark the launch, with up to 81% off usual prices. This week Fire Protection Online Ltd announced a deal with Thomas Glover Company to sell the popular Power X brand of budget fire extinguishers. Fire Protec...

London Fire Brigade's marathon effort will tend to create a mass appeal regarding fire safety issues In terms of fundraising, the Brigade’s staff aims to raise thousands of pounds for charity. Encouraging people to get a working smoke alarm was the aim of the day for London Fire Brigade’s fifty runners at this year’s London Marathon, which took place on Sunday 17 April. The runners, including over 40 firefighters, wore vests bearing the slogan ‘Ge...

2011 NVFC award winners special banquet will take place on April 5th in Alexandria The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has announced the winners of its four national awards. A special banquet to honor the recipients of the Lifetime Achievement Award, Fire Prevention Award, Junior Firefighter of the Year Award, and Junior Firefighter Programme of the Year Award took place during the NVFC’s spring meeting on April 5 in Alexandria, VA. “We are very pleas...

Firehouse Scheduler allows you to create custom events as well as manage important work statistics Smartphone Application Firehouse Scheduler has been simplifying the life of firefighter and law enforcement personnel for over a year. What started as a basic shift calendar application has now grown to be a multifunctional application that integrates your shift schedule with all the tools of a day planner. Firehouse Scheduler, created by Leaky Nozzle, is designed to help firefig...

Ziamatic Corp. gave away EZ-LOC SCBA brackets at FDIC prize draw Ziamatic Corp. is pleased to announce Joshua Watkins and the Little Hocking Volunteer Fire Department of Little Hocking, Ohio as the winners of the Ziamatic EZ-LOC Giveaway. The Ziamatic EZ-LOC Giveaway took place at the 2011 Fire Department Instructor’s Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, where attendees were encouraged to enter a drawing to win five (5) brand-new EZ-LOC SCBA brackets, Model QM-EZL-F; enou...

Hale showcased the SafeBuy vehicle-mounted fire suppression system at FDIC 2011 At FDIC 2011, Hale showcased the SafeBuy vehicle-mounted fire suppression system at Booth 1823. Following a year-long tour of the United States' 10 largest fire departments during which the company gathered input on SafeBuy's design, Hale added new bezels, graphic overlays and Class 1 displays to the system. New bezels have been designed to complement the bezels used in Hale's existing line of el...

The UltraView is an advanced and rugged display which suits the best for Hale's SafeBuy system   Hale showcased its SafeBuy system with many advanced features at FDIC 2011. Hale upgraded its SafeBuy suppression agent delivery system with the most advanced, rugged and effective displays available on the market. The Class 1 UltraView line of displays can be viewed in direct sunlight and fully customizable. The UltraView CAN-based displays feature a fully m...

NVFC International Relief Fund is set up to support the Japan Firefighters Association in their relief efforts NVFC is supporting the Japan Firefighters Association with rescue and cleanup efforts by making a contribution to the International Relief Fund.The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) and Fire Corps join with the rest of the world in expressing sorrow at the loss and devastation in Japan that has resulted from the recent earthquake and tsuna...

LFB’s most dedicated and innovative staff were honoured with Special Achievement Awards London Fire Commissioner Ron Dobson, Chairman of LFEPA Cllr Brian Coleman and Mayor of London Boris Johnson presented the LFB Special Achievement Awards.Some of London Fire Brigade’s most dedicated and innovative staff have been recognised in the Brigade’s annual Special Achievement Awards, held at City Hall on Friday 25 February. A total of eight awards were given to the...

Examination of fire kit shows only superficial discoloration and damage to areas of the coat and trousers exposed Neither firefighter was seriously injured in the incident. Each has praised the level of protection provided by their PPE.Two Derbyshire Fire & Rescue firefighters called to a house fire in Somercotes were engulfed in a flashover, believed to have been caused by an exploding aerosol. One was thrown to the floor in the blast, on the first floor of the proper...

LFB is using Twitter to draw attention to the amount of time spent by firefighters on unnecessary call-outs London Fire Brigade is to use social networking website Twitter to highlight the amount of time its firefighters spend at call-outs to people who are stuck in lifts. On April 1, the Brigade will be tweeting every time it is called to help someone stuck in a lift. Last year, the Brigade attended nearly 10,000 lift call-outs but of these, just 67 were medical em...

The four firefighters recognised for their heroic actions to rescue Michael Rupert, MSA Product Group Manager Fireslayer of the Year Award 2011 is the eleventh in an annual series and the Adams Area Fire District is the first recipient in Pennsylvania.Global safety equipment manufacturer MSA announced that four members of the Adams Area Fire District, just north of Pittsburgh, Pa., are the recipients of the MSA 2011 Fireslayer of the Year Award. Ironically, the four firef...