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A strong foundation or building on sand?
You can’t build a great building on a weak foundation – a strong foundation is…
Multi-sensor capabilities for false alarm resistance
It has been widely reported that multi-sensors can help to reduce false fire alarms, when…
The benefits of using CE-marked penetration-sealing systems
Keith Wells, Quelfire Managing Director, looks at why CE marking of fire collars can help…
Fire protection of electric and hybrid vehicles
More and more vehicles on our roads are electric or hybrid vehicles (EV and HEV)…
Keeping safe while working in flood events
I recently had a participant on a water-rescue programme who had worked with a rescue…
Airbag deployment during extrication
I have made a point of asking the question: ‘What is the most likely thing…
Smoke and mirrors
Smoke shafts are simple, yet effective, ventilation systems that help maintain tenable conditions in common…
Operational guidance fit for a digital world
It’s been a year since the launch of the new National Operational Guidance (NOG) website.…
What you need to know about BS 7273-4:2015
Reading and understanding standards and codes of practice is the fire-industry professional’s bread and butter,…
