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The City of Victoria is looking for two candidates to serve on the Board of Variance.   The Board is made up of five members appointed by City Council. They review appeals relating to the City's zoning bylaw in which compliance would cause a person hardship. A term is three years and the Board meets twice a month on Thursdays at 12:30 p.m.

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) continue to combat a silo fire at a food manufacturing facility in Bomaderry, on the state’s south coast. FRNSW firefighters responded to an automatic fire alarm activation at the facility in Bolong Road just before 9.30 am. On arrival, the crews found a smouldering fire in a silo, containing 600 tonnes of grain pellets.  HAZMAT and rescue teams Bolong Road has been closed in both directions, and nearby businesses have been evacuated FRNSW crews, a scie...

Fifteen people have been evacuated during a silo fire at a food manufacturing facility in Bomaderry, on the state’s south coast.  Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters responded to an automatic fire alarm activation in Bolong Road, just before 9.30 am. FRNSW on-site staff On arrival, the crews found a smouldering silo, containing 600 tonnes of grain On arrival, the crews found a smouldering silo, containing 600 tons of grain. FRNSW is working with on-site staff to mechanically...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is pleased to announce the Calgary Fire Department will receive the fourth placement of the Pierce® Volterra™ Electric Pumper in North America. This is the first in Canada and part of Pierce’s ongoing commitment to optimizing and evaluating the Pierce Volterra Platform of Electric Vehicles in various environmental conditions. Other placements include Madison, Wisconsin, Gilbert, Arizona, and Portland, Oregon....

Following their showcase at FDIC International 2024, Wylie Fire Rescue will be receiving and placing into service two new Rosenbauer Roadrunner elevated water towers. These apparatus are quintuple combination pumpers, or quints, featuring a pump, water tank, aerial device, and ground ladders. Wylie Fire Rescue is a four-station, fully paid department with 98 employees. These two new fire trucks, Quint 141 and 143, will be housed at Station 1 and 3, respectively. The department uses the elevated...

With school exam season now in full swing, BAFSA (The British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association) is reminding the Government and education authorities, as part of this year’s Sprinkler Week (20-25th May), about the increased threat of fire to schools during the summer term – a time when pupils and staff are under most stress. According to the Government’s own data, less than 8.5% of new schools built since 2015 have automatic fire sprinklers fitted and yet there were around...

GearGrid is excited to announce their attendance at the 2024 Station Design Conference from May 20 to May 23, 2024, at the Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel in Glendale, Arizona (AZ), USA. International Sales Representative, Jeff Anderson, says "The Station Design Conference is a great way to help fire departments across the nation upgrade their storage solutions. It allows GearGrid to connect to stations across the nation and provide them with solutions to their unique storage challenges....

A Fire Alarm & Gas Suppression Workshop was recently held at Vipond’s offices in East Kilbride for the benefit of the fire alarm and gas suppression teams and support staff. The focus of the workshop was LPCB Third Part Accreditation. Fire Detection & Alarm systems The day kicked off working through LPS 1204 practices for Fire Detection & Alarm systems and was followed up with the processes involved in the recently acquired LPS 1204 scheme for Gas Suppression systems. All i...

The Province of B.C. has announced a fire ban coming into effect on Friday, May 17 for the South Island. However, in Victoria, open fires are not permitted at any time of year. Serious risk for residents Natural gas or propane fires are only permitted in parks or beaches for cooking food – no fire rings are permitted. Portable grills, camp stoves or barbecues must be kept two metres away from any structure and cannot be set up in playgrounds, sports fields or on walkways or pathways. Be...

ZED PODS Limited is one of 252 organizations nationally to be recognized with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise. Announced on Monday 6 May, ZED PODS Limited has been recognized for its excellence in the Sustainable Development award category for pushing the boundaries of sustainability in design, location, land use, and social inclusion for the UK public sector. A total of 257 Awards are made with five companies being recognised with two Awards. sustainable development ZED PODS...

Zeta is excited to announce the launch of the new Zeta Remote iPhone app for the SmartConnect fire alarm panel. Below is a list of the app features: Check the current status of the SmartConnect panel. Receive push notifications for Fire & Fault events. Manage multiple SmartConnect panels from a single log-in (ideal for service/maintenance companies). View unlimited event history for each panel.

Data is indispensable for all areas of modern life. To ensure their high availability, IT infrastructures and data centers must also be protected from physical dangers. Holistic fire protection is therefore of crucial importance. This is because the risk of fire is particularly high wherever electrical and electronic systems are present or where large amounts of heat are generated using air conditioning systems. At the DATA CENTER WORLD on May 22 and 23, 2024 in Frankfurt/Main at boot...

On May 12, Zoomlion's "Technology Salutes to the New Era" series of activities kicked off in Zhangjiajie, Hunan, China. Nearly 100 guests from home and abroad embarked on a two-day journey to explore and experience the magnificent Wulingyuan Scenic Area. Overseas customers from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, Thailand, and other countries and regions especially attended the event. globalization strategy In line with its globalization strategy, Zoomlion has deeply integrated its overs...

Fires in commercial kitchens pose a grave danger to the restaurant business. They can completely destroy businesses, put lives at risk and cause expensive periods of inactivity. The key element for stopping these disasters is proper ventilation, which is crucial but often not given enough importance. In the blog, they will discuss why ventilation is very important to lessen fire dangers and what steps restaurant owners or managers need to take for keeping their kitchens safe, good at work and f...

Following a train derailment on the Arizona – New Mexico state line on April 26, officials closed eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate 40 for a prolonged period of time, as hazardous smoke plumes made driving conditions unsafe and extremely difficult. Firefighters on site watched over a controlled burn of fuel, which consumed most of the train cars. On Sunday, firefighters removed debris from the area to allow for early repair of the tracks. Thankfully, no one was hurt during this...

Indoor air quality and ventilation manufacturing specialist Nuaire is pleased to announce its latest CPD, which addresses High-Temperature Axial Fans & Variable Speed Drives (VSDs). This new CPD has been introduced to clearly explain the standard ‘BS EN 12101-3:2002 Smoke and heat control systems – Specification for powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilators’, and advise on compliance. Various smoke applications Simon Plummer, Nuaire Axials Divisional Manager and one of...

The City of Victoria is developing a Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan and is seeking community input. Once complete, the Plan will identify opportunities and actions for the City and multi-sector partners to help make the community safer and to improve the well-being of all Victorians.  “This public engagement will help us understand people’s thoughts, feelings, perceptions and opinions about wellbeing and safety, and encourage them to share their ideas on possible solution...

Hochiki Europe has capped off a successful 3 days at The Fire Safety Event 2024 (held from April 30th to May 2nd, 2024, at the NEC in Birmingham, United Kingdom (UK). The event served as a valuable platform to connect with industry leaders and showcase Hochiki Europe's unwavering dedication to life safety advancements. fire safety innovations Hochiki Europe's stand attracted a record number of visitors eager to explore the company's latest fire safety innovations. Attendees were treated to i...

When users are busy managing the everyday responsibilities of their business or home, it can be easy to forget about checking in with the fire alarms. These unassuming devices only let them know they’re there when they need them – but if they fail to inspect them regularly, they may not work when they need them the most. Fire alarm inspections are critical to maintaining fire safety in commercial and residential properties. At Judd Fire Protection, they cannot stress enough how muc...

In the realm of fire detection and alarm systems, the visible costs associated with their purchase often represent merely the tip of the iceberg. The true cost of ownership encompasses a spectrum of factors that extend far beyond the initial installation price.  Apollo Fire Detectors Ltd. recognizes the importance of considering the entire lifecycle performance of a system, from acquisition to ongoing operational expenses, to make informed decisions that optimize efficiency and effective...

The City of Roseville, Minnesota is taking a significant step forward in firefighter safety by investing in the cutting-edge RTX electric fire engine from Rosenbauer, a global pioneer in firefighting technology. “Innovation has always been part of the City of Roseville’s culture,” said Roseville Fire Chief - David Brosnahan, adding “The acquisition of the RTX underscores Roseville's commitment to prioritizing the well-being of its firefighters, while also advancing Rosev...

In the domain of hospital safety, few elements are as critical as fire alarm hospital systems. These systems act as vigilant guardians, standing ready to detect and alert users to potential fire hazards. They serve as the first line of defense against the devastating consequences of fire incidents. fire alarm systems in hospitals From the bustling emergency department to the quiet corridors of patient wards, fire alarm systems in hospitals are indispensable protectors of life and property. I...

A new time-saving feature is available in the Whelen Command® software (Version 2.3.0.0) for Core™ control systems. The Whelen Command CenCom Core Fault Input empowers Core systems to send instant notifications when an output deviates from its standard operating range. customize alerts With programmable notification settings in Command, users can customize alerts such as activating a control head Traffic Advisor™ or playing a Digital Voice Message (DVM) tone through the in-cab...

The professional team of Euralarm has been strengthened with Carlos Perez as the new Technical Manager for the Fire and Extinguishing sections. Carlos succeeds Michael Scharnowsky who is retiring. Carlos Perez is well-known within Euralarm. In recent years, he was a member of the Extinguishing section and represented the Spanish trade association and Euralarm member - Tecnifuego.  Extensive industry experience Carlos held several control and engineering roles within Tyco Fire & Build...

Fires are frequent when cooking - and, due to increased fire loads, are particularly destructive in commercial kitchens. So very special requirements are placed on protective equipment for the catering industry.  With new Guidelines, VdS now offers decision-makers, as well as insurers and authorities, precise technical assistance for reliable protection.  precise test specifications Hendrik Rudolph, Head of the VdS laboratory for gas and special extinguishing systems, emphasizes, &l...

A new time-saving functionality is available in the latest update (Version 2.3.0.0) of Whelen Command® software for CenCom Core® control systems. With Whelen Command CenCom Core Output Diagnostics, Core™ system outputs can be activated directly within the Command software by connecting Core systems to Command via a USB cable. Steady-Lock™ or Scan Lock™ Previously, users were required to transfer configurations to hardware and perform manual tests through the Core con...

Honeywell security, fire, and life safety technologies will be on interactive display at The Security Event 2024, on April 30 – May 2, 2024, in Birmingham, UK, at Stand 5/F20. The showcased Honeywell technologies help building (or facility) decision-makers and operators manage threats, while improving uptimes and driving operational efficiencies, all delivered within an optimal occupant experience. Security technologies on display In line with Honeywell’s focus on delivering robus...

Introducing Whelen Adaptable Travel Light and Siren Kit (ATLAS Kit), an essential solution for on-the-go law enforcement. safety and visibility Designed for quick installation, this compact kit provides enhanced safety and visibility by transforming any vehicle, regardless of make or model, into a temporary transport for officers, agents, and security details on location.  With the ATLAS Kit, experience seamless, damage-free setup and dismantling, and unmatched flexibility in critical si...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched a new training recognition service to offer an independent third-party evaluation of training courses specific to passive fire protection (PFP). ASFP Recognition ensures that all recognized providers work to the highest standards in both training delivery and passive fire technical input, and that recognized programs provide current and up-to-date skills and knowledge by linking them to the industry-developed competence framewor...

As a business owner or property manager, ensuring the safety of the commercial property and its occupants should be a top priority. fire safety tips Here are some essential fire safety tips to help users minimize the risk of fire and protect their assets: Install Fire Detection and Alarm Systems: Invest in high-quality fire detection and alarm systems that are suitable for the building’s size and lauserst. Ensure that they are regularly inspected, tested, and maintained according to l...