International Fire and Safety Journal (IFSJ)

The October edition of International Fire and Safety Journal is OUT NOW! Get your free digital copy here: https://lnkd.in/dXhFAzQ In this month's Head to Head, IFSJ Managing Editor Duncan J. White sat down with Greg Young, Senior Vice President at Performance Advantage Company, a leading manufacturer known for their innovative tool mounting systems. Greg shares his thoughts on how the tools used by firefighters are changing and what PAC is doing to stay ahead of the curve. Our Special Report, produced in partnership with LION protects (EMEA), explores how modern fire training systems are incorporating cutting-edge solutions like virtual reality (VR) and digital simulations. Martin Joosen, Managing Director of LION Protects EMEA, breaks down how traditional training methods are being transformed by these new digital tools. Jimmy Nilsson, CEO of AB PODAB, offers Expert Insight into the development of drying cabinets for fire brigades. He recalls how their development journey began with a request from the French fire brigade for a more efficient way to care for uniforms—a problem many didn’t realise at the time was linked to long-term health risks. Elsewhere in the magazine, you'll find a range of fascinating articles. Holmatro Rescue Trainer Jelmer Hof provides an in-depth look at the critical role of shoring in rescue missions, while Zutec's latest rebranding efforts highlight their push towards advancing digital construction compliance and shaping its future. In our Suppression Features, we explore how The Fire Knight is changing the game with systems that emphasise proactive safety and environmental responsibility. Dominik Cantonati of EmiControls shares how the FT60h turbine is playing a key role in firefighting and hazardous material absorption, bringing vital innovation to the field. Lastly, a special thank you to Travis Montembeault, Director at Peerless Pump Company, who has The Last Word on remote pump monitoring. Keep up-to-date with the latest news and opinions from the international fire and safety community at: https://lnkd.in/ggvSduD Follow IFSJ’s LinkedIn Newsletter: https://lnkd.in/etp9ydQg Iain Hoey | Duncan J. White | Ben Emery | Olivia Carle | Fire and Safety Journal Americas | International Security Journal (ISJ) | Security Journal UK (SJUK) | Security Journal Americas (SJA) | Centurian Media Ltd #FireSafety #Firefighting #Firefighters #SafetyFirst #FireRescue #EmergencyResponse #FireTraining #FireEquipment #FireProtection #InnovationInSafety #FireIndustry #FireSuppression #FirefightingTools #RescueOperations #DigitalSafety #EmergencyPreparedness #SafetyInnovation #PublicSafety #RescueTech #VRTraining #SafetyTechnology #FireAndSafety #SafetySolutions #HealthAndSafety #DisasterResponse

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has endorsed the UK’s decision to ban single-use vapes, highlighting the fire risks posed by discarded lithium-ion batteries in waste management facilities https://lnkd.in/eSwJrWdu #NFCC #FireHazard #WasteSafety #SingleUseVapes #BatterySafety #UKPolicy

The Fire Brigades Union has urged The Labour Party to increase funding for fire and rescue services, addressing issues like extended response times and personnel shortages caused by budget cuts https://lnkd.in/e7muj9Qb #FBU #FireAndRescue #UKBudget #PublicSafety #LabourParty #EmergencyServices

CheckFire Ltd has launched a 3-litre enviroFoam fire extinguisher in the UK, completing its fluorine-free range and offering PFAS-free fire protection certified under the BS EN3 Kitemark https://lnkd.in/ehJVDrxF #CheckFire #EnviroFoam #FireExtinguisher #PFASFree #FireSafety #EnvironmentalProtection

The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has launched the educational programme Fire Safety: Prioritising Prevention and Protection, in collaboration with ITN Business, to promote fire safety across UK communities https://lnkd.in/ebNjZQ8G #FIA #FireSafetyEducation #ITNBusiness #CommunitySafety #FirePrevention #UKFireSafety Ian Moore JP

Mitie Group plc has acquired Argus Fire Protection Co. Limited for £38 million, enhancing its offerings in the UK’s fire and security sector, driven by the growing demand for advanced building safety solutions https://lnkd.in/eqhm2a2D #MitieGroup #ArgusFire #FireSafety #BuildingSafety #UKSecurity #Acquisition

Multiple data center fires have raised concerns over fire safety protocols in facilities using lithium-ion batteries, with significant service disruptions reported in Singapore, India, and South Korea https://lnkd.in/eY9VBkuV #DataCenterSafety #FireRisk #LiIonBatteries #JLL #Infrastructure #AndrewGreen JLL

Trent Fearnley has been appointed as the new International President of The Institution of Fire Engineers, taking over from Hayley Burgess CFIOSH EngTech MIFireE C.BuildE MCABE MSc https://lnkd.in/enA_x9ZD #IFE #FireSafety #Leadership #TrentFearnley #AngelaFearnley #JasonHill

The FT60h turbine from EmiControls offers vital functions in firefighting, cooling, hazardous material mitigation, and ventilation, providing a versatile tool for industrial safety https://lnkd.in/eh6HXuMN #EmiControls #FT60h #FireSafety #HazardousMaterials #Ventilation #DominikCantonati

Chris Thain, UK Business Development Manager at LearnPro Group, discusses the importance of Operational Competence Management Systems in strengthening training, reporting, and emergency response for UK Fire and Rescue Services https://lnkd.in/eUKBEkfM #OperationalCompetence #UKFRS #LearnProGroup #FireSafety #EmergencyManagement #ChrisThain