International Fire and Safety Journal (IFSJ)

The June edition of International Fire and Safety Journal is OUT NOW! Get your free digital copy here: https://lnkd.in/gY-ZEnzs In our Head to Head, Russ Leavitt, Executive Chairman of Telgian, shares pivotal moments from his career the evolution of Telgian under his leadership, his role in shaping NFPA standards and his legacy: “I hope to be remembered as someone who was passionate about fire and life safety, while sensitive to the needs along with the restraints of all stakeholders.” Our Special Report this month is on Emergency Equipment, produced in collaboration with Nightstick. In this edition, we explore the essential tools and devices that are critical in emergency response, featuring insights from Jonathan Gordon, Marketing Manager at Nightstick, who discusses the importance of adaptable lighting solutions in emergency situations. May saw the return of the IFSJ Leaders in Fire & Safety Conference 2024, held in partnership with Reacton Fire Suppression. We give a full rundown of the highlights in our post show review. Elsewhere, William Makant, CEO of Plumis, provides Expert Insight on the evolving UK Building Regulations, The Institution of Fire Engineers GCC UAE Branch champions safety and professional growth in engineering in the UAE, and I spoke to the team behind NZ Fire & Rescue’s Ahikura programme about community engagement and cultural responsiveness. In an exclusive article, Kees Kappetijn of Kappetijn Safety Specialists marks the career of Jan Waals and highlights the Joint Fire Brigade Rotterdam's new standard for firefighting in port and industrial areas worldwide. Finally, the NFPA Conference & Expo arrives in Orlando on 17 June to address critical fire and life safety issues – read our show preview on page 68. Thanks to Alec Purdie (TIFireE), Technical Manager at Quelfire, who has The Last Word on early engagement in firestopping. Keep up-to-date with the latest news and opinions from the international fire and safety community at: https://lnkd.in/ggvSduD Follow IFSJ’s LinkedIn Newsletter: https://lnkd.in/etp9ydQg Iain Hoey | Duncan J. White | Ben Emery | Olivia Carle | Cameron Stanford | Fire and Safety Journal Americas | International Security Journal (ISJ) | Security Journal Americas (SJA) | Security Journal UK (SJUK) | Centurian Media Ltd #FireSafety #FireProtection #EmergencyEquipment #FireAndSafetyJournal #SafetyFirst #FireSuppression #EmergencyResponse #NFPAStandards #BuildingRegulations #FireConference #SafetyLeadership #Firefighting #LifeSafety #FireIndustry #SafetyInnovation #SafetyExperts #EmergencyLighting #SafetyEngineering #IFSJ #FSJA 

The Saudi Arabia Data Center Fire Detection and Suppression Market is projected to grow significantly, driven by rapid digitisation and the need for continuous operations and fire protection https://lnkd.in/eZXUQGtG #DataCenterSafety #FireDetection #MarketGrowth #FireSuppression #SaudiArabia #SafetyTechnology

The global firefighting foam market is expected to grow to USD 1.2 billion by 2034, driven by the rise in fire incidents and the introduction of new firefighting techniques https://lnkd.in/e6-5K_rg #FirefightingFoam #MarketGrowth #FireSafety #FireProtection #SafetyInnovation #GlobalMarket

Following the UK general election, IOSH urges the new Government to prioritise workplace health and safety standards, emphasising the need for improved safety measures https://lnkd.in/eWbaMvmT #WorkplaceSafety #IOSH #HealthAndSafety #UKGovernment #SafetyStandards #OccupationalSafety

MSA - The Safety Company has opened a new Connected Worker and Firefighter Experience Centre in Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, France, showcasing the latest advancements in protective gear https://lnkd.in/eNtGEu8w #MSASafety #FirefighterSafety #SafetyTechnology #InnovationInSafety #ConnectedWorker #ProtectiveGear

🎙️ IFSJ Leaders in Fire & Safety Podcast Episode 6: Advancing Safety with MSA https://lnkd.in/e7brG8Nc We’re thrilled to share a special IFSJ Leaders in Fire & Safety Podcast episode hosted by IFSJ Managing Editor Duncan J. White in conversation with industry-leading experts from MSA - The Safety Company: Selma Sosic, Danny Stranks, and Michael Oyler In this episode, we explore how MSA Safety's latest technologies are designed with life safety at the forefront. Learn how the needs of municipal and industrial fire services, though similar, benefit from shared innovations and collaborative efforts. 🔗 Bringing together leaders from both private and public sector emergency services ensures continuous advancement in technology and best practices. This collaboration prioritises life safety while also considering financial constraints to deliver the best value. 🎧 Tune in now and gain valuable insights: https://lnkd.in/e7brG8Nc #FireSafety #MSASafety #LifeSafety #Innovation #EmergencyServices #Podcast #PublicSafety #Technology #Collaboration

Leading Life Safety In this exclusive interview, Paul Pope Eng.Tech AIFireE LCGI, Global Head of Fire and Life Safety Business at Ajax Systems, discusses the alignment of Ajax Systems’ values with the Fire Industry Association's mission and their collective efforts in improving fire safety standards Read the interview here: https://lnkd.in/ern7miNR #Detection #FireSafety #LifeSafety #AjaxSystems #PaulPope #FireIndustry #FireSafetyStandards #FireIndustryAssocisation

The Building Engineering Services Association and the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) are enhancing collaboration to support net zero goals and building safety https://lnkd.in/euewwYUJ #BuildingSafety #NetZero #BESA #CIBSE #Engineering #Sustainability BESA Group

New figures reveal 51 deaths occurred in the UK construction industry during 2023-24, prompting calls from IOSH for immediate action to reduce workplace fatalities https://lnkd.in/e9_scGtp #ConstructionSafety #WorkplaceSafety #IOSH #HSE #SafetyStandards #Fatalities

Promat, a passive fire protection specialist, has joined the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to cut carbon emissions and support a net zero economy https://lnkd.in/ewhG9WwZ #Sustainability #CarbonReduction #NetZero #Promat #ClimateAction #FireProtection