Five-year high for NSW mobile plant fires
22 January, 2020There were 141 instances of mobile plant fires in NSW in 2019, and "a significant rise" in underground fires, according to a new report.
Hazards lurk in the wake of fire
14 January, 2020Those affected by the bushfires are being advised to remain vigilant, even after the fires have passed and assessment, clean-up and recovery work is undertaken.
Innovations for fire risk reduction in mining
02 October, 2019 by Jason Andrews-Reid*Jason Andrews-Reid, OH&S Manager at Elastomers Australia, outlines a few industry innovations aimed at reducing fire risk in mining.
Queensland's cladding reforms
21 August, 2019 by Scott Watson and Aisling Scott*Lawyers Scott Watson and Aisling Scott from King & Wood Mallesons discuss the Queensland Government's planned combustible cladding ban on new builds.
Improved safety protocol needed for building claddings
18 December, 2017Better safety testing is required to prevent deadly fires in high-rise exterior building claddings, according to FM Global.
Boosting female participation in firefighting
15 December, 2017A camp held for teenagers in Canada is aiming to get more girls and women into the firefighting services.
Firefighters battle not just flames, but also exposure to carcinogens
27 October, 2017Canadian study reveals that firefighters absorb harmful chemicals through skin.
Safer fire retardant now being developed
27 October, 2017A non-toxic fire retardant is being developed for the building industry, with the hope that it will help to prevent future fire disasters.
Simulator provides safe training for firefighters
06 September, 2017A virtual reality firefighting simulator has been launched by Deakin University for emergency service training.
Apex2 sampling pumps
09 June, 2017The Apex2 range of sampling pumps is intrinsically safe for use in flammable atmospheres.
Scott Safety Scott Sight in-mask thermal imaging intelligence system
22 September, 2016The Scott Safety Scott Sight in-mask thermal imaging intelligence system uses hands-free thermal imaging technology to provide firefighters with a clear, unobstructed view of their surroundings.
Tecpro Australia Mine Spec Range heavy-duty hose reels
30 August, 2016Tecpro Australia Mine Spec Range heavy-duty hose reels include a spring rewind mechanism to make it easy for operators to retract the hose after use.
Improved emergency services response for bushfire season
22 August, 2016Emergency services will be better able to share resources ahead of the disaster season in Australia, following support from the National Resource Sharing Centre.
PVStop fire-retardant liquid tarp for solar panels
01 July, 2016PVStop has been designed from polymer film technology that acts a 'liquid tarp' to switch off a solar PV system in seconds, which renders the entire system safe in the event of a fire or other emergency situation.
New owners for Australian Wormald fire business
01 March, 2016The deal for global fire and security company Tyco to sell off its Wormald Australian fire business has now been finalised.
