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A modern-day, busy warehouse is rife with potential fire risks and hazards. No matter what sector the warehouse operates in, such as logistics, storage, or manufacturing, it’s vital to do everything one can to minimize fire risks as much as possible. To help people do just that, Total Fire Group has compiled the most common causes of fires in warehouses and what people can do to minimize those hazards. Many warehouse fires begin with faulty electrical equipment, exposed wires, or lightin...

An article entitled, ‘Brazil Burning’ in the November/December 2019 issue of the NFPA Journal gives examples of the breakdown in what the National Fire Protection Association is now terming the country’s ‘fire and life safety ecosystem’. Recent fire incidents in Brazil In the NFPA Journal article, Angelo Verzoni, of the writing staff at the National Fire Protection Association, lists the September 12, 2019 Badim Hospital fire in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil that killed...

Code 3 is upgrading and adding to its line of worklights and utility bars, giving customers a range of white lighting options. These highly efficient products feature design improvements to reduce installation lead time and reinforce weather-resistant components. These lighting solutions are primed to meet first responders’ safety needs and operate under challenging circumstances. adjustable worklights Code 3’s worklights are low profile and adjustable, which allows for multiple m...

Big Bear Fire Department has some ‘Hot Tips for Cold Weather’ to ensure safe winter heating. With the change in seasons in Big Bear Valley comes the need to warm their homes and businesses. Stay warm and safe during the winter months by following some simple tips. Conventional Heating: Have a professional check and service your heating system each year. Always keep combustibles away from heat sources. Check the manufacturer’s specifications for clearance distances. Wood-burni...

ISSEE’s Chairman, Alan Bates shared an open letter, in which he shared his key personal moment that lead to the establishment of the International School for Search and Explosives Education - ISSEE. Letter from the Chairman In the letter, Alan Bates said, “Some 20 years ago, I would enjoy my daily runs around and about in Henley-on-Thames. On a number of occasions, I would be joined by Alan Hatcher, who was a tall, talkative enthusiastic ex-RAF officer, who started to sow a seed in...

The Association for the Promotion of German Fire Protection (vfdb) and the German Fire Brigade Association reacted with incomprehension to the prejudgment of the London Fire Brigade in connection with the Grenfell Tower fire in London. 72 people died in the disaster two years ago.  In numerous media reports, the fire brigade has now been blamed for the deaths of numerous people due to alleged serious errors of a 'systematic nature', citing the previously announced investigation report...

A residential structure fire was reported on Canyon Road in Fawnskin at approximately 8:51 a.m., on Friday, October 25, 2019. Upon arrival, fire crews observed a two-story, single-family home with fire and smoke coming from the right side of the residence. The fire started in the workshop attached to the home. Crews were able to confine the fire to the workshop. Through a swift fire attack, knock-down was obtained within approximately 5 minutes of crew arrival. There were two occupants reporte...

The ideal fire extinguisher test equipment offers efficient health protection and cost savings in equal measure, combined with a strong environmental awareness. Brandschutztechnik Müller GmbH attaches great importance to the above mentioned factors in all its product developments, with occupational safety and ergonomics considered to be the key focus. Powder suction machines (PSM) Brandschutztechnik Müller guarantees optimum ergonomic handling when testing, emptying and filling fire...

Halloween and Bonfire Night can be plenty of fun for all of the family to enjoy, but with lots of potential hazards, it’s really important to keep the user and their family safe. Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging people to enjoy the autumn festivities safely by following some simple safety advice. Organized fireworks display Group Commander Paul Clarke, the Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service’s Head of Community Fire Safety, said: “We wish everyone a h...

The Rosenbauer America Group is pleased to announce the appointment of John Slawson as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Rosenbauer America. He is replacing Harold Boer, who is retiring, effective of December 31, 2019. Although retiring, Harold Boer will remain on the company’s Supervisory Board. John Slawson comes to Rosenbauer with a vast amount of fire industry experience and is well suited to lead the organization, as it continues to grow and remain at the forefron...

The Lenzing Group (Lenzing) unveiled new plans to enhance its LENZING™ Lyocell Shortcut fiber offerings with the introduction of new grades, namely LENZING™ Lyocell EF fibers, and LENZING™ Lyocell Fibrillated fibers, within its range of fibers and to triple LENZING™ Lyocell Shortcut fiber production capacity at its Lenzing Fibers Grimsby Factory in the UK from early 2020. These milestones are testaments to Lenzing’s commitment to enhancing product offerings of the...

LION and Shur-Sales & Marketing, Inc. are partnering to expand the sales coverage, service, and support of LION’s personal protective equipment (PPE) and training products along with LION’s distribution partners throughout the western states. LION is the family-owned manufacturer of first responder personal protective equipment (PPE) in the United States. In addition to producing some of the most high-quality, turnout gear available, LION also offers a holistic suite of critica...

Micro-distilleries are a rapidly emerging industry that is creating a lot of concern among fire safety officials due to the unique fire risks they bring to the communities in which they are located. The potential causes of fire and explosion at a micro-distillery are no different than those associated with a large distillery. However, unlike large distilleries, which are typically located in rural areas, micro-distilleries pose additional safety risks due to their proximity to populated areas an...

Forever committed to improving shipboard safety, maritime classification society DNV GL has developed the new notation F(M-P), which guides increased prevention of fires in machinery spaces. This new classification identifies possible machine room hazard areas, including oil leakage and ignition, and recommends solutions offered by Fike Corporation to prevent oil mist-related fires and explosions. Dangers of Oil Mist One of the most common sources of marine engine room fires, oil mist is caus...

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS), has partnered with Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Pharmacies, Cambridgeshire County Council and Peterborough City Council Public Health, and Anglia Ruskin University, to launch a joint campaign to raise awareness of the fire risk of emollients. In Cambridgeshire, the use of emollients was noted as a contributing factor in a fire fatality, following a house fire in Cambridge, as we...

Peterborough firefighters were buzzing to help a local project to enhance the environment for bees. Last week (Monday, September 23) firefighters from Green Watch at Dogsthorpe Fire Station attended an environmental initiative called Jimmy’s Bee’s at the newly built Connect Park in Millfield, Peterborough, United Kingdom (UK). The crew joined volunteers from the community to dig the grass up, sew and plant wildflower seeds in order to create a fantastic haven for bees. The project w...

The International Security Expo 2019 will bring together government, industry, academia, and the entire end-user community in charge of regulation & procurement under one roof, to debate current challenges and to source the latest security technologies and services. ISSEE will be present at this globally renowned security event. International Security Expo International Security Expo is the fastest-growing international showcase of security with 375+ international exhibitors and educationa...

In an effort to improve customer support and coverage throughout the Midwest, LION and Dinges Fire Company are partnering to distribute the first responder Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). LION is a family-owned manufacturer of first responder PPE in the United States. In addition to producing some of the most high-quality, turnout gear available, LION also offers a holistic suite of critical fire service products and services that no other US manufacturer provides. Product Portfolio Fro...

In collaboration with Sure Safety, MFC International (MFC Survival Ltd.) has been exhibiting its range of fire safety solutions at the Fire India 2019 exhibition, which is taking place from September 19 to September 21, 2019, at the Pragati Maidan, in New Delhi, India. Fire India 2019 Fire India 2019 is India’s largest fire and safety exhibition, which will be running from September 19 to September 21, 2019. It’s been an extremely busy show so far and it’s been great to see s...

With less than stellar results from its first emergency warning siren test in August, Big Bear Fire Department will be conducting its next monthly test on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. These sirens are one way to notify the public of emergency situations requiring action. The testing is important to build awareness as well as to ensure the system is effective and is in proper working order. The Department was able to identify areas of need during the first test including the areas...

In September 2019, fire service staff and volunteers will be hosing down cars at Stanground, St Neots, Cambridge and Ely Fire Stations, in order to raise money for The Fire Fighters Charity. Vehicles of all shapes and sizes are welcome, and owners of mobility scooters, vans, trucks and even push chairs have been known to turn up for their wheels to be scrubbed at past car washes. Raise money for The Fire Fighters Charity The event will be raising money for The Fire Fighters Charity, which pro...

Fire departments need to know the equipment they use is durable and safe to use in extreme situations. Ziamatic designs products with quality and long-term durability in mind. With over 50 years of experience serving emergency services, Ziamatic brings quality, innovation, and flexibility to the industry. Ziamatic embodies quality in every tool. The fire industry requires a higher level of quality than most industries. Fire departments expect the products they purchase to be effective...

For his Master's thesis - 'File system fuzzing applied to the BSD operating system family', Christopher Krah, a Graduate of the Department of Computer Science at the Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn and a Scientist in the Applied System Analysis research group at the Fraunhofer Institute for Communication, Information Processing, and Ergonomics FKIE since July, was awarded the first prize in the AFCEA Academic Award 2019, endowed with 5,000 Euros. File systems...

DAB Fire Engineering are proud to introduce their Direct Automatic Fire Suppression Systems. DAB's Direct Automatic Fire Suppression Systems utilize high-grade flexible detection tubing to detect rapidly the fire and release the extinguishing agent through the tubing, directly from the burst hole. Direct Automatic Fire Suppression Systems The system is pneumatically operated and requires no power source to activate, offering continuous fire protection. It offers immediate fire detection and d...

LION Group is excited to be attending the NSC 2019 Expo in San Diego, California on September 9 – 11. Parallel Values The National Safety Council is a non-profit that has been a safety advocate for over 100 years. NSC’s mission aligns closely with the company i.e. eliminating preventable deaths at work, in homes and communities, and on the road through leadership, research, education, and advocacy. LION Group also strives to eliminate preventable deaths in the realm of firefighter...

Just an hour of unexpected downtime can equal millions in lost revenues to processing and manufacturing facilities. To protect against this unplanned downtime, predictive maintenance is essential, especially for facilities that handle combustible dust. That’s why, Fike Corporation launched Fike Field Service powered by VLR – a new software designed to minimize costly emergency maintenance of Fike customers’ explosion protection devices. Origins of Fike’s Field Service...

J2 Acquisition Limited has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire APi Group, Inc., a globally renowned provider of commercial life safety solutions and industrial specialty services, for approximately US$ 2.9 billion, subject to customary closing conditions (the ‘Transaction’). J2 expects to list its shares on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol APG and change its jurisdiction of incorporation to Delaware in connection with the NYSE list...

G-One Fire recently assisted Cape Parts Distributors in Port Elizabeth to protect their building, staff, and stock with a Nittan Evolution One. Cape Parts Distributors specializes in brake and clutch hydraulic components.  Keeping the wide range of stock and specialist manufacturing equipment in good working order is essential to business operations. The Evolution One Loop Addressable system provided a cost-effective detection system throughout the building, while minimizing disruption to...

Flooding, severe weather, prolonged power cut, heat wave, large smoke plume, chemical leak, how to cope in an emergency situation? Cambridgeshire’s emergency services and other Local Resilience Forum (LRF) partners, such as local authorities, Cambridgeshire County Council, health organizations and the Environment Agency, are joining forces for the whole of September 2019, in order to share top tips and advice to help get local residents prepared for a number of different emergency situati...

Abbot Fire Group is delighted to announce that they have achieved BAFE SP203-1, the accreditation for fire alarm design, installation, commissioning and maintenance. This is an extension of their existing BAFE SP203 accreditation for maintenance of fire alarms. BAFE SP203-1 accreditation The BAFE SP203-1 accreditation ensures that all elements of fire alarm design, installation, commissioning, handover, and maintenance are now covered by this independent third party, industry recognized accred...