APF Magazine

Overview of the new Academy.
Hong Kong Fire and Ambulance Services Academy

This article will be the first of a two-part series on the new Hong Kong…

Bristol Uniform’s brand new Gore® Varde jacket and trouser combination is now on offer as part of its RescueFlex range.
GORE® VARDE – The very latest in technical rescue protection from Bristol Uniforms

The role of a firefighter is constantly evolving. Today across the globe, firefighters are spending…

FIREVIEW (Standard Inspection Pole with Controller).
FireView Detector Test Kit – A unique all-in-one solution for reliable testing of smoke and heat fire detectors

To negate the risk of using ladders and scaffolding, the FiewView Detector Test Kit has…

Why won’t the Fire Service buy my product?

How many times have I heard suppliers say this, in frustration, when clearly they have…

Sharing knowledge helps create excellence

The Fire Protection industry is growing in importance and stature in most parts of the…

NFPA In-Command® First-In Emergency Signaling and Automated Accountability System.
Grace Industries Inc. – NFPA Compliant SuperPASS®5, SuperPASS®5X, and TPASS®5

Grace Industries Inc. is pleased to announce the new “one of a kind” NFPA compliant…

Proper positioning and coordination needed in fighting a fire.
Williams Xtreme – Industrial Fire & Hazard Training 16th–19th January 2017, Thailand

In 2017, Williams Fire & Hazard Control will be bringing the Xtreme Industrial Fire &…

Fire Protection Australia – Industry Awards Gala 2016

A high professional standard is the expectation for any mature industry and the Australian fire…

New Carmichael Cobra 3 – the world’s exceptional aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle.
Simon-Carmichael – World class manufacturer of fire fighting vehicles

Simon-Carmichael International Group Ltd. (SIG), manufactures a comprehensive range of World Class Fire Fighting Vehicles…

ICL has delivered 418.000 gallons TO more than 170 different locations worldwide.
PHOS-CHEK from ICL-AA – New firefighting foam for the US Air Force

The US Air Force has awarded a $6.2 million contract to replace firefighting foam used…

MFB firefighters hone their skills in VEMTC Craigieburn’s hot fire training facilities, which provide realistic operational situations utilising fire, smoke, sound, heat and lighting.
Victorian Emergency Management Training Centre (VEMTC) Craigieburn

The Environmental considerations in which firefighters work today is becoming increasingly uncertain and complex. In…

The Axis AX fire panel range from Advanced.
New technology is helping defeat false fire alarms

In April 2016, a fire alarm went off at Auckland International Airport in New Zealand.…

Standard net metered grid interactive solar system
Solar panels and the DC danger zone – reducing risk factors – Part 1

The growth of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems has been exponential for the past two decades.…

Firefighters at increased risk from re-ignition if F3 had been used.
Queensland’s ‘management of firefighting foam’ policy – Part 1

Many were surprised the promised 3rd draft consultation by Queensland’s Department of Environment and Heritage…

Explosion. Fires, explosions, gas clouds, wind, rain, smoke are all available.
Death prevention by virtual training

Despite stricter safety requirements and the use of newer technologies, fire fighters are still involved…

Burn patterns and damage indicators can lead to a fire’s origin.
Determining cause and origin

What happens when the fire is extinguished and the gear is packed away? Is there…

Reducing future risk takes the pressure off firefighters.
Reducing future risk starts now – Integrated planning could hold the key

A better understanding of the economic costs of disasters and their risks, and the risk-reducing…

Richard training Investigators from Asian Countries in South Korea.
Wildfire investigation – finding the spark

Accurate identification of the cause of a Wildfire plays a critical behind-the-scenes role when it…

Hatz Diesel provide support for fire services Australia-wide.
All fired up

Most people don’t know Hatz Diesel Australia have been working with the fire industry for…

The right fabric and design are essential to avoid heat stress.
A suit to suit

Roger Startin, Joint Managing Director of Bristol Uniforms, explores the complex variations in PPE requirements…

Ni-Van firefighters training in their 4WD tanker.
New partnership between ACT Emergency Services Agency and the Vanuatu Fire Service

The ACT Emergency Services Agency (ESA) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the…

The Sampson Flat fire.
Psychological preparedness and vulnerability

Bushfires and other natural disasters are becoming increasingly frequent and more severe. Australian bushfire projections…