September 2024

Rosenbauer’s Rapid Intervention Vehicle (RIV) with UHPS

Rosenbauer’s Rapid Intervention Vehicle (RIV) with UHPS is built on a Toyota Hilux 2.8 GD-6 4X4 Legend 6MT chassis with an engine output of 150kW and 420Nm of torque and either a manual or automatic transmission. The interior allows for a crew member plus one and a Gomad Autocad designed aluminium profile CNC canopy. It has full height body with a single gullwing door per side that opens upwards, superior two lock mechanisms along with hinges and gas struts for ultimate security. The equipment compartments are also full height body with roller shutter shelves for the optimum removal and safe storage of equipment. The ultra-high pressure system (UHPS) has and output from 38 l/min at 100 bar, a 350-litre water tank, a 20-litre foam tank and a continuous 0% to 6 % foam proportioning system.

Advanced Fire Technology (AFT) 12-litre Backpack 12/01 from Industrial Fire and Hazard Control

The combination of the superior water mist and CAFS extinguishing technology and an ultralight carbon fibre cylinder has allowed the Advanced Fire Technology AFT 12/01 to be one of the most effective backpack systems for fire rescue services around the world. The AFT 12/01 allows significant reductions in response time because of its lightweight, better accessibility and efficient firefighting thus helping control small to medium fires. The unique design of the system allows it to be used with all types of breathing apparatus systems.

Revolutionise foam application with the Task Force Tips PRO/pak from Vanguard Fire and Safety

In firefighting, where every second matters and precision is crucial, the Task Force Tips PRO/pak emerges as the premier choice for swift and effective foam deployment. Designed with both efficiency and portability in mind, the PRO/pak system is engineered to provide a reliable blanket of foam, making it a must-have tool for modern fire response operations available from Vanguard Fire and Safety.

Survival Technology: A world first for rescue training!

An exciting collaboration between medical simulation experts Lifecast Body Simulation and rescue training manikin manufacturers Ruth Lee allows us to introduce a world-first for water rescue training, the Advanced Water Rescue Manikin. We want to see a world where appropriate clinical care can be practised in an environment where it will take place for real. That means medical stabilisation at height, in confined spaces and both ‘in’ and ‘on’ water. Unlike anything else available to rescue teams, this manikin will allow you to accurately simulate the rescue of a drowning victim from the water and then continue with essential medical care once it is pulled into your boat or onto dry land.

Protecting lives in extreme heat: The importance of Charnaud® Fire-Safe® PPE

Heat stress, also known as heat exhaustion, is a serious risk across many industries worldwide. With environmental factors like temperature, humidity and wind often beyond our control, equipping personnel with effective personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential. Charnaud® is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of life-saving PPE, offering innovative solutions designed to protect workers in high-heat environments. Our tagline, ‘Your last line of defence®’, reflects our commitment to safeguarding workers in the most challenging conditions.

The 14th Fire Management Symposium: Educating and training for effective wildfire management

Date: 6 to 8 November 2024
Venue: Halliwell Country Inn, Karkloof region, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Forestry Department of the Nelson Mandela University (NMU) invites you to the 14th Fire Management Symposium: ‘Educating and training for effective wildfire management’, which will be held on 6 to 8 November 2024 at the Halliwell Country Inn in Karkloof in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The 2024 Fire Management Symposium promises to be a special event. Not only because of the unique setting of the venue in the heart of the scenic Karkloof region but because of the conglomeration of top-rated international and local fire management specialists and service providers who will share their expertise in a very practical and applied manner. Scan the QR code above for registration.

Third Annual Women in Emergency and Fire Services Leader Conference

Date: 19 to 20 September 2024
Venue: Protea Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa

Eminence Corporate Solutions will be hosting the third Annual Women in Emergency and Fire Services Leader Conference at the prestigious Protea Hotel-Waterfront in Cape Town on 19 and 20 September 2024. The Women in EMS Leadership Conference 2024 event is a two-day programme being curated by Eminence Corporate Solution, with an audience of about 80+ delegates, made up of senior executives from EMS, uniformed services from public and private sectors. Our goal is to let all the women to THRIVE in their positions and climb up the ladder with grace and integrity.

DMISA Disaster Risk Reduction Conference 2024 and AGM

21 – 22 November 2024, City of Cape Town (Council Chambers)

DMISA is hosting its Disaster Risk Reduction Conference 2024 from 21 to 22 November 2024 at the City of Cape Town Council Chambers in Cape Town, Western Cape Province in South Africa. The DMISA Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, 20 November 2024 at 14h00. The Disaster Management Institute of Southern Africa (DMISA) is the professional association and community of practice for Disaster Management in Southern Africa and the SAQA recognised professional body for Disaster Management in South Africa. The 2024 Disaster Risk Reduction Conference 2024 is themed: Connected capability for future resilience – #ConnectedDRR. Connecting generations and communities to collectively build and maintain disaster risk reduction capability in the face of change and uncertainty.

Fire and Rescue International magazine: Interactive research and technical information at your fingertips!

Fire and Rescue International’s bi-monthly magazine has been providing the fire, rescue and EMS services in South Africa , Africa and internationally with technical and practical know-how articles researched and written by many experienced specialists from around the world since 2011. The contributors share their knowledge, experience and expertise with our readers on a pro bono basis with the view of growing leaders and enhance skill levels on all levels. Fire and Rescue International also publishes the magazine as an open source so that everybody has access to it free of charge in order to grow expertise within the industry. The interactive magazine means that you are able to navigate through the magazine with a click of a mouse. All adverts are hyperlinked to their websites and the information we share are also hyperlinked should there be email addresses, websites or PDF downloads in the articles. Information at the click of a button!
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Disaster Management Journal (DMJ), official journal of the Institute of Disaster Management Southern Africa

The Disaster Management Journal (DMJ) is the official journal of the Institute of Disaster Management Southern Africa (DMISA). The journal enhances DMISA’s role in advocating international disaster management best practice, nurturing a culture of disaster risk reduction and fostering national and international communication networks and linkages. DMJ also serves as a valuable resource for information and knowledge dissemination, education and training to not only proactively reduce disaster risks but also the efficacious management of disasters. The magazine also promotes the Institute: national and regional DMISA news and all disaster management related topics, events, conferences and disaster risk reduction initiatives. The articles featured in this quarterly magazine include forwards from the President of DMISA, Owen Bekker and Dr Bongani Elias Sithole, Head of the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC), amongst others. The interactive magazine means that you are able to navigate through the magazine with a click of a mouse. All adverts are hyperlinked to their websites and the information we share are also hyperlinked should there be email addresses, websites, videos or PDF downloads in the articles. Information at the click of a button! Read the latest magazine here: www.frimedia.org/dmj-vol-5-no-1.html
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Reach 9 600 decision makers in the fire, rescue and EMS fraternity!

Fire and Rescue International offers you cost-effective digital advertising platform through FRI Product News. Reach over 9 600 subscribers in southern Africa (and beyond) with the added advantage of hotlinks to your website and a video! The FRI Product News is released on the first work day of the month with the next newsletter going out on Tuesday, 1 October 2024. Deadline for submissions is Monday, 23 September 2024 at 12h00. The cost of the write up in the FRI Product Newsletter is just R2 475 excluding VAT per insertion and includes a hotlink to your website/landing page of your choice and a YouTube video link. Our African distribution includes: South Africa, Angola, Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Kingdom of eSwatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe as well as an international subscriber base. A very cost-effective marketing tool to reach your target audience with links to your website! As an added bonus, all articles are also shared to our Facebook page with over 60 000 followers/likes and our Twitter and LinkedIn pages.