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The European Regulatory Framework for Manufacture, Installation and Use of Equipment in Explosive Atmospheres, is having important changes to its legislation in 2015. The current revision will be withdrawn April 2nd, 2015, date after which any light certified against this current standard that is not already present on the EU sole will not be ATEX compliant. For a better understanding of the regulation EN 60079-0:2012 new changes and what they imply, it’s important to highlight the role of the ATEX certification in ensuring the health and safety of workers. [ 537 more words. ]
Warning lights on emergency services vehicles provide an essential safety function by warning road users of a hazard ahead, along with the need to move out of the way giving priority to the emergency vehicle, allowing for a safe and rapid response to an incident. Sadly however, for some the fitting of warning lights is seen as just another expense, and in the current climate the temptation can be to buy the cheapest available product that “ticks the box”. [ 1380 more words. ]
Aboard ship there are many areas that have hidden dangers of which the land-based firefighter may be unaware. I think that we all would be suspicious about entering a newly emptied cargo tank aboard an eight hundred foot gasoline tanker. We all know the problems with flammable gasses given of by flammable and combustible liquids. However, would you also be concerned about entering the chain locker in the bow of this same vessel where only the anchor chain is stored? [ 1271 more words. ]
A brand new car has been "destroyed" - but it's all in a good cause to train the emergency services in Shropshire. College students helped to strip down and rebuild the former demonstration car in their car maintenance classes. The main pillars of the £30,000 black Chevrolet Captiva were completely sawn through so that the roof can be manually lifted off. [ 188 more words. ]
A brand new car has been “destroyed” – but it’s all in a good cause to train the emergency services in Shropshire. College stu...
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Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair Company (Midwest Fire) customer Deal Island Chance Volunteer Fire Department won best appearance in the Maryland State Firemen’s Association 123rd Annual Convention Parade. The department took Delivery of the truck on June 5th and the parade took place Wednesday June 24th. The parade had over 300 participating departments and over 40 award categories. “We are honored that our customer was awarded first place in a contest using their recently purchased Midwest Fire truck,” said Midwest Fire CEO Sarah Atchison, “While customizing trucks for customers we strive to make sure the paint, decals and optional graphics are flawless before leaving our facility.” [ 102 more words. ]
Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair Company (Midwest Fire) customer Deal Island Chance Volunteer Fire Department won best appearance in the Maryland S...
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By Yann Le Guernigou and François Revilla PARIS/MARSEILLES, France (Reuters) - Criminal intent is suspected in two fires which broke out at a petrochemical facility near Marseilles airport on Tuesday as France celebrated its Bastille Day national holiday, a source close to the French government said. The fires came after an incident last month in which a suspected Islamist beheaded his boss and tried to blow up an industrial gas plant in the suburbs of the southeast city of Lyon. [ 318 more words. ]
By Yann Le Guernigou and François Revilla PARIS/MARSEILLES, France (Reuters) – Criminal intent is suspected in two fires which broke out at a pe...
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Boston-based animal protection organization, FOUR PAWS International, reminds pet owners of some very important pet fire safety tips 2014 has already been a rough year for firefighters, victims of fires and their families. Within the past week alone, Massachusetts has seen three major alarm fires tear through buildings in three separate cities/towns (Beverly, Lowell, and Lawrence) – these on the heels of the April fire on Beacon Street in Boston, that claimed the lives of two firefighters. [ 350 more words. ]
Boston-based animal protection organization, FOUR PAWS International, reminds pet owners of some very important pet fire safety tips 2014 has already ...
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A visit to the Emergency Services Show provides a very practical way for fire and rescue personnel to build useful partnerships, prepare for future incidents and progress career development. Taking place at the NEC on 23rd and 24th September, the event has attracted over 400 exhibiting companies including leading names in protective clothing and uniforms, firefighting equipment, search and rescue, extrication, communications, IT, vehicles, vehicle equipment, outsourcing, training, community safety, station facilities and water rescue. [ 313 more words. ]
A visit to the Emergency Services Show provides a very practical way for fire and rescue personnel to build useful partnerships, prepare for future in...
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BATfan: -NEW PORTABLE BATTERY-MOUNTED FAN -POWERFUL AND LOW WEIGHT FOR COMPLETELY SELF-CONTAINED OPERATION! 2 versions to choose from: BATfan 20 with a 20-minute runtime and total weight of 23.5 kg BATfan 45 with a 45-minute runtime and total weight of 27.5 kg Powerful airflow integrating the new 2015 NEO concept: 24 050 m³/h Compact & mobile: Folds up and stows easily in vehicle trunk: 2 BATfans occupy the space of one conventional fan! [ 67 more words. ]
BATfan: -NEW PORTABLE BATTERY-MOUNTED FAN -POWERFUL AND LOW WEIGHT FOR COMPLETELY SELF-CONTAINED OPERATION! 2 versions to choose from: BATfan 20 with...
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Members of Wednesbury Young Firefighters Association are set to head off to Poland to represent the UK in the 2015 CTIF (International Technical Committee for the Prevention and Extinction of Fire) competition. They will be among hundreds of competitors in Opole, where their fire and rescue drills and skills will be put to the test in front of thousands gathered in the city’s stadium for the international event. [ 347 more words. ]
Members of Wednesbury Young Firefighters Association are set to head off to Poland to represent the UK in the 2015 CTIF (International Technical Commi...
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Following a rigorous tender process, Cambridgeshire FRS has signed a 10 year contract with Bristol Uniforms for the head-to-toe supply of firefighter PPE, including its latest XFlex™ design coats and trousers, which is planned for a spring 2016 roll-out. Cambridgeshire FRS, with around 600 full-time and retained firefighters, has again opted to move to a Lease Managed Service which will see all its PPE, including fire coats and trousers, fire hoods, gloves and boots supplied under a lease contract through which all the kit supplied will be regularly serviced by Bristol. [ 417 more words. ]
Following a rigorous tender process, Cambridgeshire FRS has signed a 10 year contract with Bristol Uniforms for the head-to-toe supply of firefighter ...
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The range of potential threats makes CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) / HazMat (Hazardous Materials) response training a challenging business. However, electronic simulation equipment is making significant advances in effectiveness of exercises. In recent years, the work of the emergency services has become increasingly difficult. Financial cut backs, increasing regulatory burden and inter-agency co-operation protocols all contribute to placing considerable pressure on individual service personnel, equipment and procedural systems. [ 1722 more words. ]
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