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Well done, Town of Highland Beach for receiving a TIPS check to support your purchase of bunker gear for your fire department. Way to focus on the safety of your firefighters! Pictured are: Back row (left to right): Donald Peters – Commissioner, Evalyn David – Commissioner, Natasha Moore – Mayor, David Stern – Vice Mayor Front row (left to right): Glenn Joseph – Fire Chief, Christopher Kittleson, ARM – Preferred Loss Control #PreferredTIPS #safety #FireFighterSafety

Central York Fire Department: Newmarket & Aurora - Ontario, Canada Situated just north of Toronto, the Central York Fire Department (CYFD) services the towns of Newmarket and Aurora. With a combined population of about 150,000 people, the unionized department is relatively large with 160 paid staff members. The team receives upwards of 5,500 calls per year, 20% of which are fire related. Generally, the department embraces new technology, but the use of touch screens and electronic valves made Captain Andrew Burdette leery initially. After just a few trainings at FDIC in 2019, Captain Burdette quickly changed course and says, “SAM provides more safety, improves efficiency, and I personally like it as a system.” The system has improved internal operations and efficiencies. To any technology-leery captains, Burdette issues a challenge: “You need to be open-minded. I know firefighters typically don’t want change, and I myself am mechanically inclined, not techy. But just get out and use a SAM truck.” See Central York's full story here: https://lnkd.in/gnGm52CY #samflows #generationsam #idexfiresafety #firefighting #firedept #firedepartment #firefighter #firefighters #firefightingtechnology #firefightingsolutions #firetruck #firefighterlife #centralyork #centralyorkfiredepartment #ontario #canada

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has released a detailed report on the 2023 fire at London Luton Airport's car park, revealing critical insights. Over 100 firefighters battled the blaze that led to the partial collapse of the structure. The report stresses the importance of sprinklers in multi-storey car parks, highlighting how these systems could have significantly reduced damage. The fire service is now pushing for updated regulations on fire safety in car parks. This incident underscores the need for stronger fire safety measures across the UK. 📍Read more: Fire Safety Matters - https://lnkd.in/ekPW3FxK #FireSafety #PassiveFireProtection #FirePrevention #FireRegulations #BuildingSafety #SprinklerSystems

Well done, Town of Highland Beach for receiving a TIPS check to support your purchase of bunker gear for your fire department. Way to focus on the safety of your firefighters! Pictured are: Back row (left to right): Donald Peters – Commissioner, Evalyn David – Commissioner, Natasha Moore – Mayor, David Stern – Vice Mayor Front row (left to right): Glenn Joseph – Fire Chief, Christopher Kittleson, ARM – Preferred Loss Control #PreferredTIPS #safety #FireFighterSafety

We will be doing a similar test like the one in this video but on a larger scale. 9:00 AM CST Tuesday June 25th at the Calcasieu Emergency Response Training Center. Please contact me directly if interested in attending. (337) 967-6220 Firebull A/B represents the newest development in fluorine-free firefighting concentrates. What sets Firebull apart is its complete absence of fluorine or intentionally added PFAS, making it a safer and more environmentally friendly choice for firefighting operations. All versions of Firebull are GreenScreen Certified Silver. Firebull A/B works very effectively at a low application rate against Class A fires. For Class B, Firebull A/B works perfectly at a standard 1% 3% and 6% depending on the situation. As impending regulations will soon ban harmful AFFF foams, Firebull is the best alternative for making the switch. Overall, the price, the performance, the versatility, and non-impact environmentally makes it the best option. https://lnkd.in/eJnDgZae

🚨 **Terrifying moment toddler walks out in front of onrushing train on level crossing - North Wales Live** 🚨 Witnessed a heart-stopping incident at a level crossing in North Wales! It's a stark reminder of the importance of safety around rail crossings. Let's spread awareness to prevent such scary situations in the future. Read the full story below. #RailSafety #PreventAccidents #CommunityAwareness https://ift.tt/PRHxaKn

🔥Just wrapped up an incredible Firehouse Training Program at Ontario Fire Academy, where we explored real-life case studies and scenarios on electric vehicle fires, and their impact on nearby residential exposures. 🚒 We focused on key tactics like isolating the vehicle, cooling the battery packs, and creating defensive perimeters to protect homes at risk. Understanding how to control thermal runaway and prevent the spread to residential areas is essential in today’s firefighting landscape. Knowledge is power! 🔥 #FirehouseTraining #OntarioFireAcademy #EVFires #FirefighterTraining #firesafety #FireTraining #HazmatTraining #EVFireSafety #BatteryFireSuppression #FirefighterTactics #ResidentialFireSafety #ThermalRunaway #FirefightingTechniques #EmergencyResponse #LithiumIonBatteryFires #FireSafetyTips #FirstResponderTraining #FirefighterLife #OntarioFirefighters #FireProtection #HazardousMaterials #EmergencyPreparedness #SafetyFirst #FirefighterSkills #ElectricVehicleSafety #ResidentialExposures

As we are the firefighter's we have to aware what is the fire ground priorities and how to use them an emergency situation. Rescue- (Life safety) Extinguishment Expose control Confinement Salvage Operation Ventilation Overhaul Assist investigations

As a deputy #fire chief I had to constantly balance available time, money and resources to ensure that our special operations teams were properly trained and prepared for low frequency, high impact missions. It wasn't always easy to see or justify the importance of those investments. After #HurricaneHelene, the picture is much clearer now. I'm very proud of these people, many of whom I got to witness develop as young #firefighters into the leaders they are today. https://lnkd.in/ecgBJeFD #waterrescue #technicalrescue

#SafetyBulletin: Dangerously Weighted Heaving Lines in the Thames The Port of London Authority (PLA) has observed a concerning rise in the use of dangerously weighted heaving lines. This practice poses a significant risk of serious injury or even fatalities to those receiving the lines, both on shore and onboard vessels. We urge all Masters and crews to adhere to safety regulations and use only properly constructed heaving lines for mooring and towing operations. The use of weighted lines, including those with modified monkey fists, is strictly prohibited. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has issued a policy on reporting and managing such incidents, and the PLA is committed to reporting all cases to the MCA. This may result in enforcement action being taken against the offending vessel. To ensure everyone's safety, we remind you that safe alternatives exist, such as small, high-visibility soft pouches filled with fast-draining pea shingle (or similar) with a maximum weight of 0.5 kg. For further guidance, refer to our Safety Bulletin ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02DnSz20 See all current Notices ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02DnSnS0 Notices on WhatsApp ➡️ https://hubs.la/Q02DnS9V0 #London #Kent #Essex #PortOfLondon #RiverThames #ThamesEstuary #MaritimeSafetyWeek