The International Organization for Standards (ISO) have recently released their latest standard ISO 23616 for greater clarity in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for firefighters. As one of the most dangerous day jobs that exist in our society, firefighters undoubtedly put themselves in harm’s way to save the lives of others and save many facilities and…
Maintaining control over your fire safety seems like the most obvious measure to take when operating in any building or workplace. Many organisations underestimate what abiding by international regulations such as ISO 20338, recently published by the International Organization for Standards (ISO), means. Whilst there are many examples of organisations, individuals and communities that take…
As the land of the bushfires and with high temperature throughout the year in certain parts of the country, Australian fire inspections safety is undoubtedly of paramount importance. 95% of all fires are deemed extinguishable if the correct fire extinguisher is applied promptly in the situation. The frightening statistic that only 13% of people are…
As Australia reels from the scathing bushfires, it’s important to recognise and evaluate how fire inspection and prevention can be improved. For natural disasters, it can be easy to push prevention and protection efforts into the future, only to be caught out when it is really needed. There is no better way to prepare for…