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Tomorrow, OREE's own Becki Rowan White and Jennifer Williams with the Fire Safety Research Institute will present on community risk reduction at FDIC International. Their recent article in Fire Engineering takes a look at what's needed to start these efforts in your community and how evidence-based educational resources are growing both safety and awareness. #FDIC2024 #OREE #FSRI #CRR #ResearchMatters #WeAreULRI

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Attention Volunteer Firefighters and Departments! The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on February 5 to propose a new “Emergency Response Standard.” Public comments on this proposal will end on June 21, 2024. In many cases, the new requirements would be difficult if not impossible for volunteer fire and emergency service departments to comply with, despite the fact that many of the proposed provisions would be helpful and improve the safety of emergency responders. It is likely that many departments will be forced to close their doors if the standard is adopted in its current form, leaving them open to fines, citations, and enormous civil liability exposures. Now is the time to take action. The National Volunteer Fire Council is out in front with details on the proposed OSHA Standards and actions that can be taken. If you are a volunteer firefighter or live in a community protected by volunteers, read every word of this and submit public comments. https://lnkd.in/gGQkQfxc

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Want to have a better understanding of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the OSHA Fire Brigades Standard? This article provides a great introduction to the potential changes coming with an updated "Emergency Response Standard" (formerly the Fire Brigades Standard 29 CFR 1910.156). The period for public comment is open and the article provides a link to the public comments page. https://lnkd.in/gyxvaB94

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Read the latest from the Fire Protection Engineering Magazine; "Integrating Fire Engineering and the Fire Service Through WUI Training and Tool Development" by Jamie McAllister, CFI, PE, PhD, AND Hubert B., PhD, PE, CFEI Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/UZNM50Rlscf #FPEMagazine

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Have you read about our engineering-focused WUI Risk Assessment & Mitigation Curriculum for the fire service? This FEMA-funded project is only just getting started! Get caught up on the details and stay tuned for new developments. #wuifires #wildlandfires #fpe

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Fall Protection Types! 👷 There are several different types of fall protection systems including guardrail systems, safety net systems, and personal fall arrest systems! Which one will you use? 🔎https://lnkd.in/grE-K7j6

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Check out the latest episode of the The Fire Protection Podcast where Drew Slocum and I talk about the significant changes to the 2023 edition of NFPA 25 as well as the NFPA Conference and Expo coming up in Orlando.

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⚠️𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐒𝐇𝐀 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 ⚠️ OSHA has officially published their notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) for the Heat Injury and Illness Prevention standard. 🥵 Below is a brief summary of some of the main components of the proposed standard: - This standard does not allow any employer discretion - it specifies multiple thesholds /triggers for the various requirements that must be followed; - At a heat index of 80⁰F, employers must provide drinking water and break areas; - At a heat index of 90⁰F, employers must monitor for signs of heat illness and provide MANDATORY 15-minute paid breaks every 2 hours; - Employers must designate at least one "Heat Safety Coordinator"; - Employers must develop a site-specific Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (HIIPP), and evaluate all HIIPPs at least annually; - Employers must seek the input and involvement of non-managerial employees and their representatives, if any, in the development and implementation of the HIIPP; - Employers must develop and implement an acclimatization protocol for NEW employees during their first week for work, as well as RETURNING employees who have been away from work for more than 14 days; and - Various initial and annual training requirements, including specific training requirements for Supervisors. As this standard will affect nearly all employers performing work indoors and/or outdoors (with some exceptions), we encourage you to review the NRPM and submit your feedback/comments for review. Although they will create a new standard for each of the other three industry categories (Construction, Maritime, and Agriculture), OSHA is proposing that each of these other industries follow the requirements of their General Industry standard (29 CFR 1910.148). Visit the link below for additional information regarding this "hot" topic! 👇🏻 https://lnkd.in/d5tbkUyv #arrowsafety #safety #safetyconsultant #safetytraining #manufacturing #osha #glasgowky #louisville #kentucky #assp #construction #oilandgas #training #heatillness

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🔥🔌 Find out what certified fire investigators use to determine whether faulty electrical wiring was the cause of the fire, so you can be sure all #evidence is considered before settling your next #fire-related claim: https://bit.ly/3FdVcBm

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Knowing the causes and common indicators of faulty wiring can help #insurance professionals and #policyholders alike understand why these #fires occur. Read National Fire Experts article to find out more!

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FSRI’s peer-reviewed journal article, “Fire Safety Research Institute Materials and Products Database—A resource to support fire modeling,” was recently published in the Journal of Fire Sciences. This research outlines the experimental and analytical methods used to characterize the materials in the MaP Database. This research is vital to give fire safety engineers and fire investigators the confidence and technical justification to use the database in their work, ultimately fostering improved fire investigations and fire protection designs for a more fire-resilient world. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eGBfZpC9 Mark McKinnon #FireSafetyResearch #FireBehavior #FireInvestigators #FireSafetyEngineers

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is proposing an update to workplace protections for #firefighters and other emergency service personnel, marking the first significant revision in over 40 years. 📅 ⬇️ Learn about the IAFF's position, and submit your comments before the June 21 deadline. #health #safety #workers

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In the world of fire safety engineering, responsibility is not just a principle—it's our promise. From meticulous risk assessments to innovative fire protection strategies, Tenable FEC's commitment to responsibility ensures every project we handle meets the highest standards of safety and compliance. Why is responsibility critical in our field? Because lives depend on it. We are tasked with designing systems that protect communities, preserve infrastructure, and ensure the wellbeing of individuals in every building we work on. Every strategy and solution reflects our dedication to safeguarding lives and properties. By prioritising responsibility, we work alongside our clients to ensure the success and safety of every project. #FireEngineering #FireEngineeringConsulting #FireAndLifeSafety #FireSafety #CoreValues #Responsibility

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📰 "We implement stringent construction checks to prevent such occurrences in LDI-covered buildings. However, should an issue arise, the policy kicks in immediately to rectify any problems," Corey Nugent, CEO of Resilience Insurance, said. "If the issue renders the building unsafe for occupancy, affected homeowners are promptly provided with fully covered temporary accommodation. There's no protracted process of blaming and finger-pointing among developers and builders." Leading developers like Deicorp, Abadeen, Urban Property Group, and Coronation Property have already adopted the Resilience LDI policy for several projects and plan to utilize it in their future developments. Read more below. Author: Joel Robinson ------------ 📣 Was this update of interest to you?🔥 Join 16,000+ of your residential property development colleagues who follow Urban on LinkedIn. We regularly post free insights about: 💡  New project launches and updates 💡  What buyers are searching for on AU’s largest off-the-plan buyer platform 💡  Weekly interviews with industry leaders Follow Urban.com.au or connect with our CEO Mike Bird to keep your finger on the pulse of the apartment and townhouse market.

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🚨 Major OSHA Update: Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) 🚨 Here's an important update on OSHA's HCS: - 🛑 Updated health & physical hazards criteria - 🏷️ Revised labeling for small containers - More protection for trade secrets - 📄 Amendments to safety data sheets 📅 **Compliance Timeline**: - Chemical manufacturers, importers, and distributors: Jan 19, 2026 - July 19, 2027 - Employers: Update programs, labeling, and training by July 20, 2026, or Jan 19, 2028 At Full Steam Staffing, ensuring workplace safety through compliance with these updates is a top priority. We're dedicated to assisting our clients and partners in smoothly navigating these changes. Stay ahead: 🔗 Visit the OSHA website for more info. #OSHA #HazcomStandard #WorkerSafety #WorkplaceSafety #ChemicalSafety #EmployeeProtection #SafetyFirst #OSHAUpdates #HazardCommunication #Staffing

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📌 This week's highlights: ▪️OSHA revamps its regions: https://hubs.ly/Q02xzbBB0 ▪️Exploring the question, "What is RMIS?": https://hubs.ly/Q02xzfb90 ▪️Identifying the best risk management system for construction: https://hubs.ly/Q02xzdXk0

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