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Advancing equality, diversity and inclusion in the Fire Service: a call for urgency and comprehensive action

In this short and insightful analysis, Professor Jagtar Singh OBE delves into the persistent challenges…

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Unmanned systems used in search and rescue

Here at Unmanned Systems Consultancy our goal is to make military-spec technology available in the…

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The devastating impact of suicide and a call to action

Suicide is a tragedy that leaves a lasting impact on families, loved ones and colleagues.…

Hong Kong - 25 December 2015: HSBC Bank in Hong Kong at night (shutterstock)
Reputational risks in fatal and serious fires

Reputational risk is something that is often linked to commercial and global organisations but is…

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Thatcham Research helps Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service practise safe EV extrication

Thatcham Research recently welcomed Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) to its Berkshire HQ…

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Protecting firefighters and the environment: ECT2’s cleanout solution for PFAS in firefighting foam

The toxic legacy of AFFF Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) has been a vital tool…

The Aftermath of the Turkey, Syria Earthquake
Strengthening resilience – NFPA 1660 Disaster Preparedness: Planning and Implementation 

This article is the second of a four-part series that discusses the key elements of…

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International Fire Training Centre launches new Electric Vehicle fire training course

The UK’s first dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) fire course, which will provide emergency responders with…

The thermal camera detects infrared energy and allows firefighters to ‘see’ in smoke and darkness.
Visual perception

Visual perception refers to the mind’s ability to process and make sense of what the…

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The importance of underground rescue training in Australia and the growing demand for competent specialist responders

Australia’s vast and diverse landscape is home to a myriad of industries, each contributing significantly…

Picture 1: Two options for setting up a mobile firefighting scenario.
Mobile extinguishing systems for the oil and petrochemical industry

Recently, FireDos published an article focused on the ‘Use of foam for fire fighting in…

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Hazardous-materials transportation – high-hazard rail

Railroad accidents have shown that high-hazard transportation situations can be risky and devastating. However, the…

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Data, not opinions: gathering data for real-world firefighting applications

At Fomtec, our mantra is ‘Data, Not Opinions’. We recognize our ongoing responsibility to the…

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The importance of underground rescue training in Australia and the growing demand for competent specialist responders

Australia’s vast and diverse landscape is home to a myriad of industries, each contributing significantly…

A local fire department conducts a fire marshal inspection/field test on an NFPA 22 equivalent CorGal® fire protection tank in Central Texas. (Photo by Josh Cizek/Water Storage Tanks, Inc.)
What constitutes NFPA 22 compliance and equivalency?

How to Correctly Assess Corrugated Bolted Steel Water Storage Tanks with a Flexible Membrane Liner…

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Training to meet the current and changing needs of firefighters

‘Training is the process of learning the skills that you need for a particular job…

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Reflecting safety: best practices for turnout gear trim maintenance

Reflective trim on firefighter turnout gear is more than just an added feature; it is…

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Firefighter cancer update – prevention is better than cure

In April 2024, workmates of Ollie Hatfield, a loving husband and father of three, ran…

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Fire authorities adopt early thermal runaway detection technology

For backup power systems, a de facto industry standard is increasingly being installed in battery…

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Protecting the world’s forests from Wildfires with AI

Every year, billions of dollars are spent on fighting wildfires, protecting the trees, natural habitats,…