Fire and Rescue 2008 news round-up
Representatives from across the UK fire sector came together in Liverpool at the end of August to discuss a broad range of political and operational issues facing fire and rescue services. Fire Risk Management reports
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Portable position
The provision of portable fire extinguishers in residential premises has proved a controversial talking point recently. Colin Todd clarifies the legal position
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Super models
Iain Macfarlane explores the challenges for fire engineers in developing strategies for the new generation of super high-rise buildings
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High integrity
Fire protection issues for high-rise buildings – including the need for safe access and facilities for firefighters – are discussed by Patrick Cox
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Panel standards
Peter Trew outlines some recent developments relating to the fire performance of sandwich panel systems
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Fire and ice
Yasmin Butt reports on the latest alarm and detection measures installed at Hellisheidi, Iceland’s newest geothermal power plant
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Flight plan
Fixed suppression systems are used to protect the airports and facilities that make up Turkey’s new multimillion-Euro air-traffic management system. Alan Elder explains
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Power sharing
The selection and installation of fire-safe cable is vital to support fire alarms and other critical building systems. Graham Turner explains
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Concordat for change
Simon Greenfield outlines an agreement between the fire authority and the NHS in London to improve compliance with fire safety law
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Carolina tragedy
The deaths of nine firefighters in a fire at a sofa showroom in the USA last year prompted a wide-ranging investigation. Fire Risk Management reports on the findings
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Fire forum
Major industries in Cheshire directly benefit from a unique forum in which on-site fire managers and the fire service share their expertise and develop good practice, writes Dave Dowling
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Flying high
The world’s busiest international airport demands a dedicated fire service. Nathan Deverell reports on how Heathrow is meeting the challenge
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