Best PracticeNews Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service praised by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate Fire Editor Aug 1, 2022 Inspectors assessed how effectively and efficiently the service prevents and protects the public against fires and…
Best PracticeNewsOrganisational Culture Fire and Rescue Services improving – but more change urgently needed Fire Editor Aug 1, 2022 Fire and rescue services in England are improving but further change is urgently needed – particularly on culture…
NewsProfessional Development Ofsted rates Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service ‘Good’ for… Fire Editor Jul 14, 2022 The service was rated 'Outstanding' in providing personal development for apprentices as well as for their…
NewsProfessional Development Improving staff’s learning and development Fire Editor Jul 14, 2022 To help overcome these challenges, the team have explored and implemented the use of XVR (virtual reality) to…
Health and WellbeingNews Firefighting shown to be carcinogenic Fire Editor Jul 5, 2022 Occupational exposure as a firefighter has been classified as carcinogenic to humans by IARC, the leading global…
FeaturesFire Prevention & Protection New building safety regulations depend on collaboration and competence Fire Editor May 17, 2023 As the Building Safety Bill comes into effect, the Fire Sector Federation reports on the importance of…
FeaturesFire Protection EquipmentProducts Superior breathing apparatus platform Fire Editor May 17, 2023 MSA reports on the M1 SCBA, an advanced, ergonomic, and uniquely modular system that meets a broad range of needs…
FeaturesFire Protection EquipmentProducts Robust quality assurance is key to maintaining lifetime performance Fire Editor May 17, 2023 Gore reports on why GORE-TEX Moisture Barriers have been proven to deliver lifetime performance in firefighter PPE…
FeaturesFire Protection EquipmentProducts Providing protection in every situation Fire Editor May 17, 2023 PBI reports on being at the forefront of incredible innovation and progress in the development of fabrics that…
Fire & Emergency ResponseNews Regional Roundup February 2022 Fire Editor Mar 30, 2023 Avon Fire Authority select preferred candidate for new Chief Fire OfficerAvon Fire Authority has named Assistant…
NewsProfessional Development Leadership and People Fire Standards out for consultation Fire Editor Jun 30, 2022 Both fire standards have been developed to bring clarity about leadership roles and to establish expectations of…
NewsOrganisational Culture KFRS first emergency service to achieve LGBTQ+ standard Fire Editor Jun 24, 2022 Awarded by national charity, Opening Doors, the standard is given to organisations that commit to strengthening…
FeaturesFire & Emergency ResponseFire Prevention & Protection One world: Learning lessons and sharing ideas Fire Editor May 17, 2023 Senior Correspondent Tony Prosser reports on the value of collaborating on the development of fire and rescue…
FeaturesOrganisational Culture Four new tools showcasing sector best practice launched by NFCC’s People… Fire Editor May 17, 2023 The National Fire Chiefs Council report on the People Programme launching four new tools to support fire and rescue…
FeaturesHealth and Wellbeing Decon Generation’: Firefighters’ union to expand fire contaminants and… Fire Editor May 17, 2023 The Fire Brigades Union has agreed at its annual conference last month to expand its work on the effects of fire…