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Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service proves effective says Accounts Commission

Central Scotland Fire and Rescue provides an effective, low cost service, an Audit Commission report has stated. But it also maintained the service would be better placed to provide best value if it had stronger performance arrangements

Charity applauds announcement that annual MOT tests are here to stay

Transport Secretary Justine Greening has announced that the government will retain annual MOT tests and abandon plans to consider less frequent testing

Tayside Fire and Rescue Service has strong culture of continuous improvement

Tayside Fire and Rescue service has a strong focus on prevention, as reflected in decreases in the numbers of fires and fire casualties, according to a report by the Accounts Commission

Fire chiefs urge caution during severe cold weather

With freezing temperatures hitting the capital and the Met Office issuing a severe cold weather warning fire chiefs are today urging people to take extra care and stay safe as the icy weather looks set to last into the weekend

Part B public consultation launched

The government has just launched its public consultation on Part P of the Building Regulations for England, which covers electrical safety in dwellings

Operational

Warwickshire Prepared chief welcomes 4x4 drivers funding news

Graeme Smith, Warwickshire’s Chief Fire Officer and chair of Warwickshire Prepared, has welcomed news that a group of 4x4 drivers who voluntarily use their vehicles to help communities in all weather conditions, has enhanced its service with a Big Lottery Funding grant

Professional Development

Champion Froch is firefighting fit

Two-time former world champion super-middleweight boxer Carl Froch recently tested his fitness in a series of firefighter training exercises at his local station in Nottingham.

Fire Protection

Brigade calls for action on beds in sheds

London Fire Brigade is calling for a spotlight to be shone on the growing problem of the capital’s fire trap “hidden housing”

Community Resilience

Fire services’ merger not proceeding for 2013

West Sussex County Council and East Sussex Fire Authority have jointly announced that they will not be proceeding with a full merger of the two fire and rescue services in April 2013

Incident Live

Incident Live Open Day: 23 February

We would like to welcome you at the Incident Live Open Day hosted at the 700 acre site Millbrook Proving Ground in Bedfordshire, on Thursday 23rd February 2012.

Fire TV

Editorial Feature

Guide to firefighter fitness

Fitness trainer Todd Platner and publisher Lou Jordan report on a firefighter-specific fitness guide which coaches simple exercises to minimise risk of injury

Ammonia training for Shropshire firefighters

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service are further enhancing their specialist training given to stations in their county by delivering specific training packages based on its local community risks as part of its integrated risk management planning

Press Releases

Polish fire detecting systems manufacturer

POLON-ALFA is the leading Polish manufacturer and supplier of fire detecting and alarm systems. For more than 50 years the company has been developing its product portfolio and is able to offer a complete range of reliable fire control panels, detectors and auxiliary equipment.

Unique conference looks at future of USAR

Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service is to host a unique conference looking at the future of Urban Search and Rescue and special rescue, featuring key speakers from CFOA, the government and shadow government, the EU and the USA.

CAA seek new aerodrome inspector

The CAA is the UK’s specialist aviation regulator and, through its skills and expertise, is recognised as a world leader in its field. Our remit covers four broad areas of aviation: safety, economic regulation of major airports, consumer protection and airspace.

Fireco building consultancy assesses Viridor

Fireco Ltd. – the UK's leading specialists in Building Consultancy – are carrying out Fire Risk Assessments for Viridor, one of the UK's leading recycling, renewable energy and waste management companies, at over 40 of the company's sites across the UK.

New Dorgards create special effects

Fireco has launched a special Dorgard Effects range of finishes specifically designed for the more discerning architectural interiors market.

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