Li-ion battery fire hazards: reducing the risk
28 November, 2023Lithium-ion batteries are commonplace in most businesses and are often used in products such as power tools, vehicles and energy storage systems.
Protecting firefighters by remotely monitoring vital signs
28 September, 2023With increasing global temperatures and longer fire seasons, keeping firefighters safe has become even more crucial.
Enhanced dispatcher training for first responders
30 November, 2022Firefighters work in hazardous conditions, and they are at a greater risk of injury and death than many other workers.
Alert issued for Vic construction sector ahead of fire safety changes
12 May, 2022The Victorian construction sector has been reminded to review its passive fire protection measures, ahead of legislative changes coming into effect in September 2022.
FyreCHOKE mixed service fire collars
20 January, 2022FyreCHOKE mixed service fire collars are lined with an intumescent material that expands with the heat of a fire to seal the gaps around services inside a fire collar.
FyreSHIELD PLUS for ceilings
14 January, 2022FyreSHIELD PLUS is an access panel system that is designed to be built into plasterboard ceilings.
Fire protection systems: transforming ancient principles
27 October, 2021 by Peter Geale*, Marketing Manager, FireMateThe fire protection industry is frequently traced back to the Ancient Romans. Through technological innovation, these ancient principles have been transformed.
ACT to introduce plug-in hybrid fire truck in 2022
26 October, 2021The ACT Emergency Services Agency has signed an agreement with Rosenbauer for an electric fire truck, featuring a range of safety benefits for Fire & Rescue firefighters.
AFAC22 to run in Adelaide, after success of AFAC21 Virtual
18 October, 2021Following the success of AFAC21 Virtual Conference and Exhibition, plans are underway to host AFAC22 in a face-to-face environment in Adelaide.
Fire and emergency management sector to convene virtually at AFAC21
30 August, 2021At AFAC21 (5–8 October), more than 100 conference presenters across seven immersive streams will take a holistic approach to emergency prevention, management and recovery.
Software upgrades fire protection with standards integration
25 August, 2021Brisbane-based fire protection maintenance software provider FireMate has partnered with Standards Australia to deliver an integrated fire safety solution.
NSW appoints company to oversee flammable cladding blitz
20 August, 2021A major commercial building company has been chosen to lead Project Remediate, NSW's cladding remediation program.
Trafalgar COREX fire-rated board
16 June, 2021COREX is a lightweight fire-rated board designed for steel protection in the event of a fire.
Jumping castle business fined after truck explosion
26 March, 2021A Gold Coast jumping castle hire business has been fined $50,000 for exposing two workers, who were burned in a fire, to the risk of serious injury.
Vic volunteer firefighters to undergo virtual training
29 January, 2021Victorian volunteer firefighters will receive virtual reality training to help them grow accustomed to a range of emergency firefighting scenarios.
