SFPE Foundation hosts WUI fire protection workshop for US fire service

The latest quarterly newsletter from the NFPA Research Foundation is here! Dive into recent fire safety research projects, upcoming webinars, and exciting developments on the horizon. This is essential reading for anyone in fire safety, emergency services, and related fields. 🔗 Read the full newsletter at: https://lnkd.in/gsfBtPvy #NFPA #FireSafety #Research #FireService #EmergencyServices #FirePrevention #ScienceToTheStation #NFPAResearch #FireSafetyResearch #FirstResponders

Safe Schools Start with Safe Air From ceiling tiles to HVAC insulation, asbestos may still be present in older schools. Capsule Corps works with facility directors to keep learning environments safe and compliant with EPA standards. #AsbestosAbatement #SchoolSafety #Compliance #CapsuleCorps

IL OSHA & the Illinois Fire Service Institute are continuing to partner on improving firefighter safety through education. A new course is available now. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gvBCB6Jf

October is Fire Safety Month, and teaching children skills of what to do in a fire or other emergency is vital to their safety. Here is a new resource recommended by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to check out. The NFPA’s Tools and Resources to Manage School Fire Drills for Sensitive Students provides practical strategies to prepare students in advance, reduce anxiety during drills, and support communication between families and educators. This resource is designed to help schools create a safer, more inclusive environment for all students. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g2XfBE7i

FDM Training & Development has partnered with The Fire Protection Association (FPA) to launch a state-of-the-art training centre in Oxford, opening on 1 January 2026... https://lnkd.in/e3JNNzEV

When a firefighter goes down, the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) is their lifeline. The Illinois Fire Service Institute’s RIT Under Fire program prepares firefighters for that critical moment with scenario-based training built on real mayday calls and firefighter fatality case studies. In our latest blog, we explore: ✔️ Why RIT training is a “when, not if” necessity ✔️ How IFSI instructors build confidence through the crawl–walk–run method ✔️ The role of research and gear in reducing cumulative heat stress ✔️ Why grit, systems, and trust make all the difference on the fireground RIT isn’t just about tactics—it’s about resilience, readiness, and protecting our own. Read the full article: https://bit.ly/42TpoOb #rit #rapidintervetionteam #maydaytraining #protectivegear #emergencyresponse #firedex

🚒 FireTechTuesday: ATTACK, HyperFire & Digital Nozzle 🔥 The LION ATTACK Digital Fire Training System brings realistic fire behavior, smoke, and sound anywhere live fire isn’t possible. When paired with the HyperFire and Digital Nozzle, it becomes a complete, hands-on training setup for any department or academy. ⚙️ With HyperFire, you can link up to nine ATTACK panels to build larger, more dynamic, and challenging fire scenarios. 💧 The Digital Nozzle and Weighted Hose Line let firefighters flow real water or infrared “streams” that react just like live flames, giving instant feedback on hose line technique. 🏫 Works perfectly in burn buildings, training towers, community colleges, universities, and high school programs focused on fire and emergency training. 🔥 A powerful, repeatable, and low-maintenance system built for realism, safety, and efficiency. If you’d like to learn how this setup can elevate your training program, I’d be happy to help. ARTA SMOORENBURG Account Manager | US & Canada LION Safety Solutions 📞 518-640-3005 📧 asmoorenburg@lionprotects.com 🌐 www.lionprotects.com #FireTechTuesday #LIONSafetySolutions #FireTraining #Firefighters #DigitalFireTraining #FireAcademy #SafetyInnovation #TrainSmartStaySafe

Confined space rescues are low-frequency but high-risk. OSHA defines what must be done—but NFPA 350 defines how fast you must act and how many rescuers you need. Departments that understand these timelines can help local industries build safer, more realistic response plans—and avoid relying on 911 as their only rescue option. Read the full Fire Engineering article: https://ow.ly/AhbP50Xl4Wb

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🔥 Flashover — The Point of No Return in Fire Behavior In firefighting, few moments are more dangerous than a flashover — when heat and gases ignite together, turning a room into a firestorm within seconds. ⚠️ What Happens: 🔥 Temperatures exceed 600°C 💨 Smoke and hot gases form a ceiling layer 💥 Sudden ignition engulfs the entire space 🧯 Why It Matters: Recognizing early warning signs—like rollover flames, dense black smoke, and rapid heat rise—can save lives. Firefighters are trained to read these signs, apply cooling techniques, and withdraw before flashover occurs. 🎥 Watch the footage and ask yourself: 👉 Would you recognize the signs in time? 📚 NFPA References: 📘 NFPA 921 – Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations 📘 NFPA 170 – Standard for Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols 📘 NFPA 1403 – Live Fire Training Evolutions 📬 Connect With Us: 🌐 Facebook: https://lnkd.in/dGjPWkEs 💼 LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/dCdziGHH 📢 Reddit: https://lnkd.in/dXprvZQd 📢 Don’t forget to follow and turn on notifications 🔔 for more insights in Fire Science and Safety Engineering. #Flashover 🔥 #FireSafety 🧯 #FireBehavior 🧠 #FireProtection 🛡️ #Firefighting 🚒 #SafetyFirst ⚠️ #NFPA 📘 #FireScience #EmergencyResponse 🚨 #Training #LifeSafety ❤️