Historic structures may seem to be an unlikely setting for contemporary advances in fire protection,…
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Training during and after the pandemic: what some feel may be the new norm
As we started 2020, the pandemic was just getting a grip on the world and…
Introducing water mist technology – Part 2
Water mist technology is still a relatively new concept in terms of fire suppression, yet…
Understanding fire-resistant cables and saving lives in real-life fire scenarios
With the continuing focus on building safety, fire-resistant cables – and their ability to service…
MSA Bristol to the rescue
This feature looks at the changing role of firefighters and how fire and rescue services…
Smart proportioner GEN III – remote monitoring system
As practised for decades in fire protection systems, the procedure to check the functionality of…
Bus fire system requirements: what’s been happening since the introduction of UNECE R107?
Fires in mass transportation, and buses specifically, have been a long-term concern. The very nature…
The new generation of flame detectors
Industries continuously strive to improve safety by reducing the number of personnel who are exposed…
Firefighter safety, 30 years in the making
Safety. Comfort. Unless both are built into their protective clothing, no firefighter will be able…
Gas suppression control for critical and high-risk sites: what to consider
Data centres, control rooms, power generation facilities and archives may serve very different purposes, but…
Don’t be a statistic – secret killer amongst the force exposed
Cancer is a hidden killer amongst the force. In fact, firefighters have a 68% higher…
LNG safety and awareness training
LNG, once a niche market, is nowadays increasingly used as a cleaner fuel for trucks…
Search techniques using thermal imaging
In the Fire Service when the words Search and Rescue (S&R) are talked about it…
PPV as a support for firefighting in subways
Positive pressure ventilation (PPV) fans are widely used by the fire service during firefighting operations…
Thermal imaging: breaking down the scan – Part 1
Firefighters must be trained to properly evaluate fire incidents based on training and by incorporating…
Automatic extinguishing solutions in recycling facilities and incineration plants utilizing heat detection
With a growing awareness towards the environment and resources, the amount of recycling and incineration…
Classified Light USAR teams to take part in international humanitarian assistance from 2021
In international Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) missions, the well-trained and competent USAR teams from…