Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - News

A record number of visitors attended the award-winning Emergency Services Show at the NEC on 21 and 22 September, 2022. The UK’s event for the emergency services attracted over 10,100 visitors and buyers for the first time in its history, with strong representation from across all the emergency services including police, fire & rescue, ambulance, and search & rescue. The show’s visitors attended a program of over 80 CPD-accredited seminars running in six theatres covering Le...

Fire-Dex and Gear Wash are extending aid to customers affected by Hurricane Ian and the continuous recovery effort that is ongoing throughout Florida. Including critical PPE equipment and discounted cleaning and repair services to keep protective gear in top shape, the two companies are working closely with task force rescue units as they continue to meet the needs created by the natural disaster. donating gear for assistance  “Thousands of rescue workers are braving...

Coveralls are industrial protective clothing or safety workwear made to protect against dangerous substances. In fact, it is meant to protect both the industrial product and workers from the adverse effects of contamination. They are primarily employed as a defense against low-hazard splashes and sprays and dry particles.   Coveralls are mostly used in the healthcare industry in the spheres of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. Coveralls ought to be professionally disposed of by profe...

Shortages in personal protective equipment (PPE) are a widespread issue for many volunteer fire departments. To address this need, MSA Safety Incorporated, DuPont Personal Protection, and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have been partnering since 2012 to give away state-of-the-art gear to volunteer fire departments in need. In 2022, a total of 13 fire departments will be awarded with four new sets of turnouts and four new helmets. Additionally, the first 500 applicants received a one...

The Oshkosh Snozzle® High Reach Extendable Turret (HRET) has been a powerful firefighting tool for airport fire departments worldwide. It is a product that arms airport firefighting crews against the greatest, most extreme ARFF threats. Fires can be attacked from every angle, including from elevated positions, on the ground, and far below grade. It can penetrate fire on both sides of the aircraft with intense precision to cool tight spaces through doorways and overwing exits without ever st...

The French outdoor brand - Salomon is releasing a range of smart ski helmets for kids as a part of their FW 22/23 equipment launch. By integrating the safety technology Twiceme, the helmets can provide info such as parent phone numbers, exact location and other relevant information needed if something were to happen. Here they can find the recommended kids' helmets. In this way, the collaboration between Salomon and Twiceme can help set co-riders and loved ones at ease - and is a clear mark of...

While fire is responsible for the largest insurance losses in construction, escape of water is still the most common – and most costly – for construction project teams. In response to this, wireless solutions provider Ramtech has extended its REACT platform to provide automatic 24/7 water leak detection on construction sites, in addition to fire and evacuation solutions as part of its WES system. By extending the functionality of its wireless solutions to also cover water leak detec...

One of the largest events of its kind, ADIPEC 2022 (31 October – 3 November, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates) will host more than 150,000 energy professionals and visitors worldwide. With over 140,000 gross square meters of exhibition space across sixteen halls, there will be plenty to see, especially for any companies seeking reliable, high-quality, proven gas detection and monitoring technologies. gas detection From Booth 9413 in Hall 9, Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection will shine t...

An updated version of the Emergency Operations Center How-to Quick Reference Guide PDF has been released by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to replace the version released in August 2021. This all-hazards guide can provide state, local, tribal and territorial jurisdictions with information and guidance related to Emergency Operations Center (EOC) set up, operation, maintenance and deactivation. Tribal and territorial jurisdictions While all jurisdictions have their own unique...

They're pleased to announce the Minerva acquisition adds six locations to the expansive coast-to-coast equipment care network serving thousands of fire departments! Gear Wash is now the firefighting industry’s largest turnout gear cleaning and repair operation, having acquired Minerva Bunker Gear Cleaners and its six locations. The agreement, which closed on May 13, also marks our largest Gear Wash acquisition to date and greatly expands the company’s growin...

Taylor Burke Gilman, the President at Gear Wash, highlights when departments should consider renting fire gear in a guest spot from Carolina Fire Journal. NFPA 1851 recommendations The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1851 guidelines recommend two cleanings per year for turnout gear. All departments know the importance of proper care and maintenance for firefighting protective garments, but what can be done when primary helmets, jackets, pants, gloves, and boots...

The longevity of the turnout gear and its effectiveness against carcinogens relies heavily on one factor: proper maintenance. Firefighters handle dangerous materials regularly and the turnout gear can pick up several highly toxic contaminants. Keeping up with maintenance on the turnout gear can help users in three ways: Reduce the risk of being exposed (or exposing someone else) to carcinogens. Save the department money. Extend the usable life of the garments. Negative effects  T...

Adjust accordingly to best suit unique incidents or the department’s protocol. Before a fire call 1) Invest in individually customized PPE that is properly fitted to each firefighter. When budget allows, consider particulate barrier hoods; light, breathable turnouts; and a set of alternative PPE for non-structural calls (this may also reduce heat stress and cardiac fatigue). 2) Stock the apparatus with decon supplies, including: 5-gallon bucket A hose with a small nozzle Scrub bru...

NFPA 1851 is the standard for PPE selection, care, and maintenance. The purpose of this standard is to reduce health and safety risks associated with improper maintenance, contamination, or damage like exposure to harmful carcinogens that are often present in structural fires. Sometimes it's hard to get to an ISP to get the cleanings done. That's why they've created a guide to walk through the proper cleaning for the turnout gear.  Step 1: Preparation  To begin, don the necessary un...

Everyone knows cleaning turnout gear twice a year is recommended by the NFPA, but do users think about hoods too? It's easy to forget this small piece of gear, but that doesn't make it any less important! Follow these 4 quick and easy steps to get the fire hood properly cleaned. Step by Step  Tools Needed: Examination gloves, apron, & safety glasses. A large utility tub or programmable extractor that doesn't have a G-Force that exceeds 100 G. Step 1: Preparation Observe nec...

Fire-Dex is thrilled to welcome two new associates and announce the promotion of Agnes Baker. Fire-Dex is excited to welcome Destiny Brooks and Guy Crawford to the team. Destiny will serve as Office & Accounting Assistant at their headquarters in Medina, Ohio. Guy will be based out of the Pelham, Georgia location as HR Business Partner.   Agnes Baker, who has been with Fire-Dex since February 2021, has been promoted from Office and Accounting Assistant to Accounting Clerk, suppor...

Infographics are delighted to announce that East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service has successfully launched the latest phase of its FireWatch deployment. As part of a collaborative project, the Service has worked closely with Infographics over the last year to roll out the FireWatch Mobilisation Interface with SSS Public Safety (previously Capita) Vision, as well as launching On-Call Payment Calculations and Self-Service. Form submission processes The latest phase of the IT program builds on th...

Firefighting and emergency response are stressful jobs with high levels of risk and unpredictability. In addition, volunteer responders are often juggling their fire service responsibilities with full time jobs and family commitments. All these factors can have an impact on the well-being of responders and their families. While many companies offer employee assistance programs (EAPs) to deal with work-life issues, such services are usually not available for volunteer firefighters and EMS provid...

Vital equipment has been donated by West Yorkshire firefighters to help those battling to save lives in Ukraine.  West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) has added to the special convoy that left the UK this weekend to head to Poland. Once it arrives the equipment will be handed over to the Polish State Fire Service, with support from Germany en route, to help support firefighters in Ukraine. boats and PPE Among the equipment are six inflatable boats and a box of PPE equipment don...

Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has collaborated with AM General to display its Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System (LVSS) on a HUMVEE 2-CT (2-Door Cargo Truck) during the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) annual conference this week. The display is a technology demonstrator for future Army mobile command and control (C2) vehicles, integrating newly advanced radar, long-range cameras, and other sensors to detect and defeat threats such as weaponized smal...

Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service is reminding residents to heat their homes safely this winter. With the recent rise in energy prices, residents may turn to alternative methods of heating, such as electric heaters and blankets. Both items can be effective ways of staying warm if used correctly. If someone chooses to use an electric heater to keep warm, first ensure that any heater purchased carries the mark of the British Electrotechnical Approvals Board, which means it is has been properly test...

A leading professor has praised a North East fire service for their commitment to firefighter safety and innovation. This week, Professor Anna Stec from the University of Central Lancashire provided insight into the importance of reducing contaminants and improving safety to firefighters, fire service staff and members of the public. In an event ran by the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) and the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) local representatives, Professor Stec addressed a number of...

Fearless firefighters have been praised for their quick response to a serious fire at a commercial garage today. Just after 10:40 am, on Thursday, October 6, 2022, Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service received a report that a car had ignited in a commercial car garage in South Shields, United Kingdom. Fire Control staff who took the call quickly dispatched a crew to attend the scene at Evans Yard, in the Templetown area of the town. That quick response saw the fire appliance arrive on the scen...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has launched several new websites to reach out to fire safety professionals across the world. The new websites welcome visitors in their own language, signposting them to ASFP resources and information, including membership, training and technical guidance. New websites Offer greater interaction with ASFP The sites will encourage greater interaction with the ASFP on a global scale and help to improve understanding of passive fire protectio...

Ajax Systems announces the new FireProtect 2 lineup and unveils the first release that includes seven models of fire detectors. The re-engineered detectors feature a patented smoke chamber that is ultimately dustproof and impenetrable for insects, thermistors that ensure rapid detection of temperature spikes, long-lasting battery life, and many accompanying hardware and software improvements. FireProtect Applications "Due to the wide application of the FireProtect detectors, we gathered valua...

Violence is the second most frequent cause of nonfatal injuries to emergency medical services (EMS) providers according to 2020 data from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) data tracking. Most of these injuries are caused by the patient's EMS providers are treating. Recommendations Recommendations for personal safety vary from department to department and include: Understanding that emergency scenes are dynamic and that violence to emergency responders is alwa...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced that it acquired Rescue Air Systems, a provider of firefighter air replenishment systems (FARS) that enable firefighters to refill breathing air bottles within a building during responses. fire protection systems "We are committed to providing the best and most complete fire protection systems in the industry,” said Anna Khanova, Vice President of Global Product Management, Johnson Controls' Fire Suppr...

Governments across the United Kingdom (UK) have been increasing their efforts in recent years to improve electrical safety standards in dwellings. The significance of inspecting and testing electrical installations in homes is clear, given that taking England alone, there were 12,851 accidental electrical fires in 2021/22. Regulations have been introduced UK wide, with Scotland introducing legislation for mandatory electrical safety checks in the Private Rented Sector in 2015, England following...

Nittan is pleased to announce a new enhanced version of the EV-Firebeam Xtra loop-powered beam detector. The new EV-Firebeam Xtra SCI now incorporates the advantages of the EV-Mini IP2 Mini Input Module with Short Circuit Isolator. It provides a reliable, cost-effective solution to report Alarm on Nittan Evolution Addressable Fire Alarm Systems even when protecting large areas. Cost-Effective solution Together with class-leading features, the device is VdS approved and fully compliant to EN 5...

At approximately 4:00 pm today, CFS Crews were called to a structure fire on Ellie Court at Mannum, in the Murrylands. Five CFS trucks including a bulk water carrier with the support of MFS crews and SAPOL responded. CFS Crews respond to structure fire Upon arrival, crews found a detached double garage fully involved. Firefighters were able to prevent the fire from spreading to the nearby home. Losses are estimated at $60,000 and thankfully nobody was injured. While the fire is not suspiciou...