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In recent years there has been a perceived change in the advice given to landlords and building owners on the design, specification and installation of fire-detection systems.
Life-safety legislation in HMOs – putting guidance into practice

There is a growing debate around fire safety within Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). Richard…

The UK is leading the way in the provision of professional cleaning and maintenance.
A change of clothing

In recent years, the UK emergency services sector has changed significantly as roles and responsibilities…

High-line and rescue sled used across the river can be used to search difficult areas.
A focus on specialist rescue teams

Devon and Somerset Fire Rescue Service (DSFRS) now has three full Specialist Rescue Teams in…

Choose carefully…cabling for power is critical.
Working together for peace of mind

Disasters including Grenfell and high-rise fires in the UK and the Middle East have highlighted…

With the introduction of its Xenon range, Ballyclare signalled a new direction in the design and manufacture of multifunctional fire-and-rescue garments.
Ballyclare – Xenon points the way ahead for fire-and-rescue garments

With the introduction of its Xenon range, Ballyclare signalled a new direction in the design…

Rescue techniques have been devised based on safety and welfare with control measures achieved through prompt veterinary attendance.
Incidents involving animals – the crosscutter

Rescuing animals has always been an activity of the fire service, often attracting an element…

Fire-stopping around pipes penetrating through plasterboard partitions.
Trailblazer

In this article we look at why responsibility for breaches in compartmentation need to be…

Pacific Helmets NZ Ltd – World leader in the design and manufacture of fire-and-rescue helmets

Pacific Helmets NZ Ltd is a world leader in the design and manufacture of structural…

Training at the Learning & Development Centre.
Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service

In this feature we speak to Chief Fire and Rescue Officer Gary Thompson about the…

The world’s longest reach-rescue pole system.
Reach and Rescue Ltd – The world’s longest and most versatile rescue and surveillance system

When firefighters realised they were missing a vital component in their water rescue procedure, they…