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Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced, Firematic Supply Co. Inc., has acquired Churchville Fire Equipment, furthering its expansion in the Northeast region. This acquisition enhances Firematic’s portfolio by integrating Churchville’s 70-year legacy of excellent service and top-quality equipment into its operations. With this acquisition, Firematic Supply Co.’s regions served now encompass Connecticut and the entire state of New York. Firematic S...

They carried stranded elderly residents in their dressing gowns through floodwaters at night, provided shelter and vital supplies for isolated townships, responded to life and death medical emergencies and even rescued a dog trapped five metres up a tree. Now, the heroic actions of Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters during the Northern Rivers floods of 2022 will be recognized during a special ceremony tonight at the Ballina Fire Station. There are firefighters been nominated for their ac...

Senior firefighters are planning to recommend medical staff and members of the public for commendations, following an overnight fire in a ward at Lithgow Hospital in the state's Central Tablelands. Around 11.45 last night, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews from Lithgow and Lithgow West fire stations responded to an alarm at the hospital. Crisis ward for smoke inhalation Fire crews located a small fire in an inpatient ward bed and quickly extinguished the flames When the firefighters arrived,...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators have identified an electrical fault in a small fan heater as the cause of an explosion overnight in an industrial unit at Arndell Park in Sydney's west. The blast tore a hole in a wall on the second level of the truck spare parts business in Holbeche Road around 1.30 this morning. fire from spreading FRNSW dispatched seven fire trucks and about 24 firefighters to the scene. On arrival, the firefighters were confronted with an intense fire venting...

A team of youth volunteers from Dumbarton representing the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has taken part in the Fire Cadet Games. The national event which included youth volunteers from Fire and Rescue Services all around the country, was hosted by Merseyside Fire and Rescue. The team from Dumbarton was commended for their performance, especially in the First Aid section of the competition. training college They spent a weekend in Liverpool where they se...

In recent years, the construction industry has faced significant challenges regarding building safety, particularly in the realm of fire protection. The Grenfell Tower tragedy in 2017 exposed critical gaps in building safety regulations and sparked a nationwide call for change. In response, the Hackitt Review, released in May 2018, highlighted the need for comprehensive reform in building safety practices. This review paved the way for the Building Safety Act and Nullifire’s development o...

Ahead of the much anticipated review of BB100 for England, British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association Ltd’s (BAFSA) sprinkler ambassador and the driving force behind the website, Sprinkler Saves UK, has compiled a report for the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) to form part of the industry’s case to Government to make sprinklers mandatory in all new schools in England as they are in Scotland and Wales. Report highlighting sprinkler saves The report covers 10 sprinkler saves re...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce that it will host its signature annual conference, the NVFC Training Summit 2024, on June 21-22, 2024, in Buffalo, New York, USA.  The NVFC is now accepting proposals from qualified instructors and speakers for presentations to educate first responders about critical issues in the fire and emergency services. Submit the proposal by October 1, 2023. NVFC Training Summit The NVFC Training Summit provides an opportunity to sh...

Teledyne FLIR will use its appearance at SPE Offshore Europe 2023 (Aberdeen, UK, 5-8 September) to shine the spotlight on its comprehensive and industry-proven array of optical gas imaging (OGI) camera solutions for the oil and gas market. These advanced cameras help users to detect methane, sulfur hexafluoride, and hundreds of other industrial gases quickly, accurately and safely, without shutting down systems. Teledyne FLIR OGI cameras can scan broad sections of equipment rapidly and detect l...

A range of customers in the supply chain are often confused when it comes to the selection of the correct cabling for many critical applications, says AEI Cables. The company has been communicating the dangers of not following the technical guidance for the selection and installation of cables for Category 3 Control fire performance cables under the revised British Standard BS8519: 2020. Category 3 Control fire performance cables Category 3 Control fire performance cables reduce harmful smoke...

Global wireless solutions provider - Ramtech has launched its WES3 Wireless Evacuation and Nurse Call System in Australia, expanding the firm’s international reach within a new territory.  The emergency system is paving the way for worker safety in construction sites, having already had successful drills with some of the country's pioneering contractors. WES3 system Through its territory partners, Ramtech has recently deployed its WES3 system at a Built construction project in Pert...

Armstrong Priestley are the first company to have employees pass the BAFSA Inspection and Commissioning Course, which allows them to apply for the new Industry related CSCS SKILLS card. “The new Blue Skill Card for ‘Commercial Fire Sprinkler Engineers’ is a first and we are proud to have our engineers qualified and be amongst some of the very first people to carry the new trade related card,” says Steve Brailey, Joint Managing Director at Armstrong Priestley. Blue Skill...

The Fire Safety and Organisational Statistics report shows 3,490 wholetime operational firefighters in 2022-23, compared with 3,530 the year before, around a one percent reduction. SFRS Interim Deputy Chief Officer and Director of People, Liz Barnes, said, “We are fortunate to have a wealth of experience in our workforce with over half of wholetime operational staff serving 15 years or longer." decrease in wholetime firefighters Liz Barnes adds, “The longer-term picture shows an o...

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service was alerted at 1.40 pm on Monday, 28 August, 2023, to reports of a fire at a commercial landfill site in Dunbar. East Operations Control mobilized resources to the scene and on arrival firefighters found a significant area of landfill domestic waste well alight. Until Tuesday, 29 August, 2023, at 5 pm, SFRS crews supported Valencia Waste Management staff who were using heavy plant machinery and on-site water pumps to extinguish the fire. Following a detailed...

As one of the UK’s pioneering providers of passive fire protection products, were keen to find out more about fire safety in England's different industries. From retail to the food and beverage sector, are there any industries that stick out in terms of fire safety? And, building on that, are there certain workers disproportionately at risk from fires in their working environments? Fire statistics Using official fire statistics from the Home Office, investigated the number of prima...

Multiple Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews are battling a fire in a multi-storey building at Darlington, in inner Sydney. The blaze broke out around 8 a.m. inside a third-floor apartment on Abercrombie Street, near Ivy Street. The incident was quickly upgraded to a '3rd Alarm' level response, with FRNSW deploying more than 30 firefighters and 10 fire trucks to the scene. Fire crews immediately began attacking the flames, while conducting an initial search of the building. However, the...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have located a body inside a third-floor apartment destroyed by fire now at Darlington, in inner Sydney. More than 30 firefighters and 10 fire trucks were deployed to attack the '3rd Alarm' blaze in Abercrombie Street, near Ivy Street, around 8 am. Firefighting efforts and safety FRNSW crews initially entered the building, but were forced to withdraw when conditions became to dangerous FRNSW crews initially entered the building, but were forced to withdraw,...

When it comes to home security, choosing the right alarm system is crucial. Wireless burglar alarms have become increasingly popular due to their easy installation, flexibility, and smart home integration. But how do wireless burglar alarms compare to traditional wired alarms? Let’s explore their benefits, features, and whether a wireless system is the right choice for a property. What Are Wireless Burglar Alarms? A wireless burglar alarm uses radio signals instead of physical wiring to...

The Scottish Government has provided funding of £56,000 to enable firefighters based in Scotland to participate in a UK-wide health screening program, which is being facilitated by the Fire Brigades Union and the University of Central Lancashire. Around 1,000 UK firefighters will take part in trials, which will include blood tests to look for early signs of illness and cancer and these trials will help to inform the evidence around potential future annual health screening arrangements. S...

RealWear, Inc., the pioneer of hands-free wearable computers for frontline workers, announced the launch of its next-generation Intrinsically Safe (IS) headset, RealWear Navigator® Z1. Built for productivity and safety in industries such as oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and mining, the hands-free IS wearable solution frees a worker’s hands to make operations smarter, safer, and more efficient.  Industrial wearable solution Whether conducting an inspection round on a rig at sea...

Briggs & Stratton is pleased to announce the appointment of Joe Liotine as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective August 29, 2023. Extensive experience Mr. Liotine joins Briggs & Stratton after serving 18 years in senior roles at Whirlpool Corporation, most recently as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), where he led the Global KitchenAid business, had global responsibility for product development, R&D, sourcing, and IT, and was instrumental in building world-class o...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have declared safe the scene of a hazardous materials emergency this morning at Woollahra, in Sydney's inner east. Around 9 am, workers, carrying out renovations at an apartment in Oxford Street, discovered a plastic bag, marked 'uranium' in a wall cavity. zero reading for radiation The workers were monitored by paramedics throughout the incident but displayed no signs Concerned about possible radiation contamination, they called Triple Zero (000), sparking...

The Ukraine conflict confirms that wars are also fought in urban environments. Russia is mainly aiming its attacks at the neighboring country’s large city centers. Reliable, technology-supported reconnaissance is a key factor in gaining the upper hand here. Sensors are an important resource for this. Classifying gunshots and drones Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Communication, Information Processing, and Ergonomics FKIE are looking into the ways that the systems can provide...

Anheuser-Busch has released the latest chapter in its “That’s Who We Are” campaign with a tribute to the dedicated network of employees, partners, and first responders who support local communities in times of need. drinking water program Launching in time for National Preparedness Month in September, the new “We Can’t Predict. We Can Prepare.” spot builds on Anheuser-Busch’s 35-year commitment to disaster relief efforts. This ad spotlights those who...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators plan to further examine the scene of a fatal weekend fire at Punchbowl, in Sydney’s west, in a bid to determine the cause. The fire broke out on the top floor of the two-storey townhouse in Highclere Avenue around 10 pm on Saturday night (26 August). Three people were downstairs eating a meal when thick smoke began billowing through the home. NSW Ambulance paramedics A man and a woman made it safely outside while the third resident, a 54-ye...

Fire has destroyed an old coal tower overnight at Casino, in the state’s northern rivers district, causing disruptions to the Brisbane-Sydney rail corridor. At least seven Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) appliances, supported by Rural Fire Service (RFS) units and a bulk water tanker, responded to the blaze at rail yards in Bent Street around 1.30 am. Heavy timber structure Flames quickly engulfed the heavy timber structure. Fire crews established an exclusion zone and formed a defensiv...

This September, fire service staff and volunteers will be hosing down cars at Cambridge, Burwell and Chatteris Fire Station to raise money for The Fire Fighters Charity. Vehicles of all shapes and sizes are welcome. Previously, cars, bikes, vans, trucks, and even tractors have been known to come along. Fire Fighters Charity The event will be raising money for The Fire Fighters Charity, which is currently celebrating 80 years of providing support and rehabilitation to both serving and retired...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have contained a major acid spill at a factory at Dubbo, in the state's central west. The incident occurred at the business in Purvis Lane around 5.30 in the morning.  Around 300 liters of acid spilt into machinery, sparking a small fire, which was quickly extinguished. Approximately 24 staff were evacuated without injury. process of decontaminating the premises Three fire trucks and a Hazardous Materials team responded to the location. 20 firefighters a...

Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters, specialising in Urban Search and Rescue (USAR), have taken part in a major global exercise testing their preparedness to respond to a catastrophic earthquake. The Asia Pacific Earthquake Response Exercise (APERE), held in Brisbane this week, has involved a mock scenario in which a severe earthquake causes significant loss of life and collapsed buildings. Australia's preparedness for a disaster Experts have been evaluating Australia's preparedness for a disast...

Installing a building fire alarm is a must if they want to be on the safer side. These fire alarms will help detect any smoke around it and make noise, thus alerting them.  However, it is not any smoke or fire all the time. If the building’s Fire alarm system has any problem, the fire alarm makes noise and starts ringing anytime, which may cause panic amongst the people. The building’s fire alarm Fire alarms will help detect any smoke around it and make noise, thus alerting t...