When it comes to timber in construction, fire retardancy is all about creating time by minimising fire contribution, smoke development and creation of more burning material. The fact is that timber is gaining popularity in construction. It is a global…
What is a Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor?
When the Emergency Services are required to restore order due to an incident involving Hazardous Material under the aegis of ADR (and IMDG), the Incident Commander is reliant on technical information from the Consignors’ Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) associated…
Intersec Opens in Dubai Tomorrow with 800+ Exhibitors
Dubai, UAE: The 24th edition of Intersec – the world’s leading trade fair for safety, security, and fire protection – opens at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) tomorrow spanning more than 48,000 square metres and running across nine halls and…
Intersec 2023 promotional video
10,000+ products & solutions | 5 product groups | 4 conferences | 1 global meeting place The 24th edition of Intersec will unite the industry and accelerate conversations to explore strategies and source technologies for the challenges faced by global…
PFAS waste disposal PFAS waste disposal in the fire service – Part 1
Cement kiln incineration offers an environmentally sustainable solution. Class B AFFF (aqueous film-forming foams) contain fluorochemicals now generically known as PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances). Disposal of large volumes of PFAS-contaminated liquid waste remains a major problem, as well as potentially a…
Dioxins – the most hazardous substance in structure fire environments
Post-structure fire settings, especially those where plastics, synthetic materials, or household products made with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) have burned, are where extremely hazardous and carcinogenic chemicals are created. One chemical in particular, dioxin, some consider to be the second most…
Duncan White looking forward to exploring new opportunities
December 12th 2022. Duncan White Group Editorial Advisor for MDM Publishing Ltd will be leaving his role after almost a decade on December 31st 2022. Duncan commented “I want to reflect on the incredible journey I have been on with…
Get ready as we take you to one of the most exciting and valuable safety and security events in the region.
From gathering global industry leaders to connecting you with thousands of exhibitors and solution providers, we have a lot for you at Intersec 2023. Don’t miss out! Mark your calendars: 17-19 January 2022, Dubai World Trade Centre.Register to visit: https://tinyurl.com/mm7whdwf #intersecexpo #intersec2023 #securityevents #Dubai #UAE #middleeast #messefrankfurt #security #securityindustry #safety
Soot, char and ash: more toxic than you think
When you think of charred wood, ash or soot, you might think that they are little more than harmless by-products of incomplete combustion. Afterall, haven’t people cooked their food and kept warm by burning wood in their stoves and fireplaces…
Why use CAF in ARFF?
Aviation has always been an industry with an increased potential for fire danger since powered aircraft have been used. Firefighting has an established history within this industry, since the first scheduled airline flights took place in the early 20th century.…
Reducing PFAS levels in firefighters by blood and plasma donation
Historically firefighters have been occupationally exposed to perfluoroalkyl substances such as PFOS, PFHxS and PFOA in AFFF firefighting foams. Many have subsequently been found to have high blood levels of these PFAS molecules. A recent landmark study1 has shown that…
Well prepared for the heat of the moment
In the harbour of Rotterdam you will find the unique and realistic training centre of RelyOn Nutec Fire Academy. Public and industrial firefighters from all over the world come to this centre to train as they fight. History and organisation…
Unlocking Opportunities Together
Emergency Services around the world need an upgrade. The solution is global – Global Emergency Services Action. GESA was founded in 2020…by a group of leading companies and consultants in the Emergency Services sector working on Emergency Services from around…
Reacton Detection Tube
Offering complete reliability, the Reacton Detection Tube provides the perfect balance of rapid detection without false alarms. It does not require any power to operate, meaning you have confidence in true 24/7 protection for your Direct (DLP) or Indirect (ILP)…
Embedding sustainable development goals in the DNA of Fire and Rescue Services
Fire & Rescue Services (FRS) organizations deliver complex services including fire-risk prevention, mitigation and incident response covering residential areas, buildings, industrial facilities, public infrastructure and natural resources such as forests and grassland. The purpose of a firefighting service is to…
UAE: School bus operators told to install smoke detectors inside vehicles
Gulf Fire (GF) recently took the opportunity to speak with Johan Larsson, General Manager of Dafo Middle East and Africa, and Fredrik Rosen, Business Manager of Dafo Middle East and Africa Vehicle Fire Protection AB to learn how the introduction…
A guide to foam and foam proportioning equipment – Part 1
Fire presents many challenges, not least because of the variables that determine which suppression medium is appropriate for a given fire situation. Our objective in this two-part article is to provide guidance based on a hazard-specific approach and help you…