Fire Safety Management - News

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have been involved in a major emergency operation to recover a semi-trailer that ran off the Pacific Highway and crashed down an embankment, near Maclean, in the state's northern rivers district. The crash occurred just before 2 pm, but it took emergency crews almost seven hours to extricate the B-double from bushland. Truck's ruptured fuel tanks The rig had crossed from the southbound to the northbound lanes of the highway The rig had crossed from the south...

Allison Transmission has strengthened its reputation in the Middle East with a significant milestone in Saudi Arabia. A new partnership with HINO Motors has led to the deployment of over 80 HINO 500 Series trucks, equipped with the Allison 3000 Series™ six-speed fully automatic transmission, to Fire and Hazard Control Co in the Kingdom. Allison’s advanced transmission solutions This achievement marks a substantial growth for Allison from the initial delivery of eight trucks in 202...

The sensor specialist - HENSOLDT has received a further order for the delivery of 'Dynahawk' fire control sights (FLV). The customer is the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology, and In-Service Support (BAAINBw). The order includes deliveries in 2024 and 2025, with an option for further systems in 2026. The order is worth several million euros. HENSOLDT has already supplied fire control sights in previous years. anti-tank weapons "With the 'Dynahawk', we are significa...

Aliaxis SA, a world pioneer in enabling access to water and energy through innovative fluid management solutions, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the manufacturing assets of the Johnson Controls CPVC pipe and fittings business for residential and light commercial sprinkler systems. This acquisition affirms the commitment to the North American growth strategy. Aliaxis is bolstering its product range with a more comprehensive portfolio of fire suppression systems fo...

As a pivotal moment for both environmental and firefighter health initiatives, the Victoria Fire Department has placed into service its first electric fire truck, a Rosenbauer RTX.  With a target to electrify or renewably power 80 percent of its vehicles by 2040, the city has already placed an order for a second unit.  state-of-the-art electric fire truck With the new Rosenbauer RTX, this addition to the Victoria firefighting fleet is an agile, climate-friendly emergency respon...

Quick action by a resident of a Bluffton apartment unit may have prevented a fire from spreading across multiple units or possibly, the entire complex. The simple act of closing interior doors contributed to containing the flames to within her bedroom. The Bluffton Township Fire Department responded to a report of a fire at the Emerson Isles Apartments, on Simmonsville Road, around 7 p.m. Wednesday. Fire crews Arriving in about four minutes, fire crews were able to put out the blaze before it...

Recently, China and Indonesia started the integrated commissioning of the Jakarta-Bandung High-speed Railway, a landmark project for high-quality joint construction of "the Belt and Road Initiative", marking new major progress in its construction. In this project, more than 10 Zoomlion mixing plants have been put into efficient service with an annual output of over 3 million cubic meters of concrete, laying a solid foundation for the opening and operation of the whole line. HZS120R container m...

Skills for Security is proud to announce a new partnership with Eaton, a global pioneer in power management solutions. Eaton has joined Skills for Security as a Platinum Sponsor, marking a significant collaboration aimed at enhancing the fire and security sector through education, innovation, and sustainable practices. Eaton, renowned for its expertise in fire and security systems alongside a whole host of other solutions, will work closely with Skills for Security to support the development an...

A man has narrowly escaped an apartment fire, caused by a faulty lithium-ion battery, at Dee Why on Sydney’s northern beaches. The resident was charging a battery pack for a remote-controlled plane in his unit just after 8 pm on Sunday (4 August) when it burst into flames.  Quick-thinking by the occupant limited the spread of the fire. He managed to place the burning charger and battery into a fire-proof bag, which he placed on his balcony as he called Triple Zero (000) for help...

The Krommenie fire department in the Dutch safety region 'Zaanstreek-Waterland' received a new foam firefighting vehicle from Ziegler Brandweertechniek B.V. on July 29th, 2024. The vehicle is based on a 4-axle Mercedes-Benz Arocs 8×4/4 chassis with an engine output of 460 kW (625 HP). The standard Mercedes-Benz cab offers space for a crew of 1+1. The ALPAS superstructure makes it possible to carry over 11,000 liters of extinguishing agent and ensures the necessary robustness and durabilit...

Community engagement in fire safety initiatives is crucial for creating resilient neighborhoods and reducing the impact of fire-related incidents. That said, let’s draw insights from Fire Safety Search regarding various successful community-based programs that effectively promote awareness and preparedness for fire safety. Here, they explore these initiatives, and effective outreach strategies, and showcase examples of communities actively involved in fire safety efforts. Successful Comm...

Rosenbauer America proudly celebrates 16 years as the official fire truck of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. This significant milestone speaks to the enduring relationship Rosenbauer, local dealer Heiman Fire Equipment, and the Sturgis Volunteer Fire Department have built over the years. "We are honored to be associated with such an iconic event and support the fire department that serves the community and visitors of the Black Hills area. I am always amazed at the number of firefighters I meet...

The application period is open for the inaugural State Farm® Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program. State Farm has teamed up with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) to award $500,000 in grants to local volunteer fire departments. A total of 50 departments will each receive a $10,000 grant to obtain critical equipment to enhance the safety and effectiveness of their responders. The application period is open through August 18 or until 500 applications are received, whichever comes...

After a nationwide search, the City of Carrollton has chosen Shannon Hicks to serve as Assistant City Manager. Hicks will assume his role in Carrollton effective Monday, August 26, replacing former Assistant City Manager Marc Guy, who retired in June after 38 years serving the Carrollton community.  Carrollton’s organizational structure includes two Assistant City Managers. As one, Hicks will oversee operations of the Development Services, Economic Development, Engineering, Environme...

Managing fire safety is vital to protecting people, their homes, and businesses. Managing fire safety can seem overwhelming, especially with so many fire risks to consider. To avoid unnecessary work when looking at fire safety management, a simple solution is to learn about the hierarchy of controls. Although it may sound complicated, the hierarchy of controls is a straightforward system we can follow daily to ensure fire safety. First, it’s important to learn what the hierarchy of contro...

A fire has destroyed an automotive workshop in Smithfield this afternoon. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received a number of Triple Zero (000) calls to a building fire in Percival Road just after 2.20 pm. Crews reported large volumes of smoke whilst enroute to the incident and requested more resources.  Scene by NSW Ambulance Fifteen fire trucks, including a ladder platform truck, and 60 firefighters battled the blaze and stopped the fire from spreading to adjoining properties. Crews...

A fire believed to have started from a lithium-ion battery-powered electric bike or scooter left on charge has destroyed a shed in Queanbeyan. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) were called to a property in Miller Street following reports of a fire around 7.15 am. Upon arrival, firefighters found a shed at the back of a property well alight and quickly got to work. Crews took just over 30 minutes to extinguish the blaze and there were no reported injuries. The shed was completely destroyed in the fire...

The Construction Leadership Council has welcomed Minister Sarah Jones MP as she takes up the position of Co-Chair, alongside Mark Reynolds. The Minister appointed as Minister of State for both the Department for Business and Trade and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero will join the Construction Leadership Council Board and will work closely with Mark Reynolds and Richard Robinson to ensure the construction sector is a key part of supporting the government’s mission to kick...

As the nation moves towards stronger responsibility and accountability for fire safety measures, the BAFE Fire Safety Register reiterate their message on the significance of UKAS accredited third-party certification. BAFE’s ‘Don’t just Specify, Verify’ campaign launched in March 2020 identifies the important second, and sometimes overlooked, verification stage when premises management source competent third-party certificated organizations to help comply with their fire...

Blackline Safety Corp., a global pioneer in connected safety technology, has announced the launch of an international safety awards program to recognize individuals and organizations who go above and beyond to keep their employees, communities, and the environment safe. Worker safety "Blackline’s No. 1 priority is ensuring that every worker returns home at the end of the day in the same form they arrived and that communities and the environment are protected from life-threatening situati...

Red Lion Chambers (RLC) would like to welcome new member - Claudia-Lauren Williams, who has accepted an invitation to join chambers as a tenant. Claudia-Lauren brings extensive experience and is instructed across all areas of General Crime in the Youth Court, Magistrates’ Court, Crown Court and has appeared before the Court of Appeal. Extensive experience in all areas of Crime She has handled cases involving serious offences, such as attempted murder, robbery, drug supply conspiracy, vi...

On 10 July 2024, it was officially announced in the Dutch government gazette - Staatscourant that Kiwa subsidiary - Vinçotte has been designated as a certified body for nuclear inspections in the Netherlands for the next two years. This designation allows Vinçotte to conduct inspections for nuclear pressure equipment during all phases of the inspection process, including design, commissioning and operation. Certification for nuclear inspections in The Netherlands Vinçotte...

The Engineered Solutions division of Dräger, an international leader in the fields of medical and safety technology, has opened its Flame Engulfment Testing Cabin to provide an in-house facility for testing self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). It is designed to test well beyond existing standards and guarantee the very highest levels of safety.   Flame Engulfment Testing Cabin Based at Dräger’s Centre of Excellence manufacturing facility in Blyth, the...

When there is a fire emergency, the decision to fight the fire by themselves or leave right away could be one of the most important choices. This choice might change their life forever, so it’s very crucial that users know what factors should guide this decision. In this article, Palladium Safety Solutions are going to talk about key things that users must consider when deciding whether fighting a fire on their own makes sense in an emergency situation with flames and smoke all around th...

“We have to do better,” said Victoria Fire Chief - Daniel Atkinson, while sharing his frustration in response to a beach fire on Dallas Road. Early Thursday morning, firefighters responded to a fire along the Dallas Road bluff that had spread from a beach fire. Open fires are not permitted in Victoria any time of year and they pose a serious risk to people, pets, nearby homes, and coastal ecosystems. Fines of up to $2,000 can be issued to those having beach fires. Primary cause of...

Warringtonfire has increased its fire resistance testing capacity to cater to the heightened demand for UKAS-accredited testing space from product manufacturers within the built environment and transport sectors. additional testing capacity The additional testing capacity has been created through improved operational planning at peak times, better communication around available test slots, and the cumulative impact of a 15-month process optimization plan. It is immediately available and inclu...

Infographics is delighted to announce that Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is the latest client to go live with the Prevent + Protect (P+P) platform for Hydrants from Infographics. Derbyshire’s project focuses on the Hydrant Management module, part of the broader P+P solution that covers job types and functionality relevant to prevention, protection, and operational risk activities. P+P’s specialist platform  Kevin Page, Fleet and Equipment Group Manager at DFRS,...

Sensor solutions provider - HENSOLDT recorded an order intake of well over one billion euros in the first half of the year. Major orders such as the German 'Air Defence System, Short- and Very Short-Range', or LVS NNbS, were commissioned in January and the massive support for the German air defense initiative ESSI (European Sky Shield Initiative) played a large part in this. "We continued to fill our order book in the first half of the year and are thus continuing our growth trajectory," says H...

Advanced, a global pioneer in fire safety solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of its latest Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course: Managing False Fire Alarms: Tools & Techniques.   This course addresses one of the fire industry's most persistent challenges, offering professionals the expertise needed to mitigate false fire alarms effectively.  free CPD course Managing False Fire Alarms – Tools & Techniques is a comprehensive, free CPD cour...

Apollo Fire Detectors Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicola Tebble as the company’s new Marketing Director.  Nicola joins Apollo with over 20 years of global experience in marketing and product management and has a proven track record of building and developing global teams responsible for delivering a strong product pipeline and compelling communications.  New Marketing Director Appointed Nicola Tebble joins from Vaarst, a robotic and AI technology company Nic...