PPE

Firefighters across the North West of England and Northern Ireland will soon be sporting brand new Xenon technical rescue kit supplied by Ballyclare.

Celebrating this year’s International Women’s Day, Georgina Ralph from West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service talks about the value of the Women’s Network and why a line of sight to the top of the organisation is vital to secure change to improve the experience of women firefighters.

Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service has unveiled a new uniform for firefighters and uniformed support staff, introducing a refreshed look that reflects the service’s role as a modern, agile fire and rescue service.

Rescue Intellitech has marked a major milestone with the installation of its 50th Solo Rescue machine in the British Isles, following a new installation at States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service (SJFRS).

Yaffy has secured a new contract to supply uniform and PPE to the Scottish Police Authority, building on a partnership that has spanned more than 25 years.

PGI has announced that its BarriAire Carbon Shield Elite Pro hoods are now certified to the newly introduced NFPA 1970 particulate-blocking standard for structural firefighting PPE.

HAIX has overhauled its workwear safety footwear portfolio, with a simplified product structure and updated range designed to make selection easier for both end users and buyers.

At this year’s Emergency Services Show, Laura Douglas and Andy Hunt from the College of Policing spoke on the Protecting the Protectors stage about public order policing and what it takes to face public disorder when it comes to training and equipment that works in the most challenging of environments.

Firefighters face diverse and hazardous environments, from structural fires to wildland operations and technical rescues. Saima Nisar from MSA Safety explores how protective clothing is designed to balance performance, safety, comfort and durability, ensuring firefighters are equipped for the varied demands of their role.

Dräger is developing a new generation of hands-free, connected equipment designed to improve situational awareness, reduce fatigue, and enhance the safety and wellbeing of firefighters on the frontline.