PPE

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.

Simon Ash, UK and Ireland Sales Manager at HAIX, explores how PPE manufacturers must prioritise innovation to keep first responders safe in a changing world.

Simon Ash, UK and Ireland Sales Manager at HAIX, explains the relationship between procurement officers and suppliers and how to make the tender process as efficient and successful as possible.

At The Emergency Services Show, the Protecting the Protectors stage explores the challenges of contaminants, inclusive PPE sizing, and officer safety in riot situations. Caitlin Barr spoke to BTTG®, the UK testing and certification specialists, to find out more.

With more than 130 years’ experience in safety and medical technology, Dräger is bringing its latest innovations to The Emergency Services Show 2025 – from next-generation breathing apparatus and helmet-mounted thermal cameras to accountability tools and firefighter location technology, all designed to keep emergency responders safe on the job.

Caitlin Barr highlights key sessions taking place across the Protecting the Protectors stage at The Emergency Services Show on the latest episode of For Every Response.

Ballyclare will be showcasing its latest range of innovative protective clothing and highlighting its collaborative approach to customer solutions at The Emergency Services Show on 17-18 September 2025.

His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland has published a report that says it is ‘unacceptable’ that officers are buying their own uniform because the standard issue kit is not fit for purpose.