International Fire & Safety Journal

The International Fire & Safety Journal is published by Centurian Media Limited.

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Teledyne GFD to open Saudi Arabia gas detection facility with IDS

1 week ago | internationalfireandsafetyjournal.com | Iain Hoey

Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) has confirmed the establishment of a 699 m² manufacturing site in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. According to Teledyne GFD, the new site was created in partnership with Industrial Detection Solutions (IDS) to support local production of its gas detection technologies. The facility will manufacture sensors for detecting toxic and combustible gases used at oil, gas, petrochemical and LNG facilities across the Middle East.
ChargeSafe campaign tackles battery safety risks for e-bike and e-scooter users

1 week ago | internationalfireandsafetyjournal.com | Iain Hoey

The London Fire Brigade held a series of safety events held across London to address the increasing number of fires involving e-bikes and e-scooters. According to the Brigade, the campaign – titled #ChargeSafe – comes in response to a marked rise in battery-related fires in the capital, including more than ten incidents within a five-day period.
Johnson Controls launches Hygood IGS-300 for fire suppression in critical facilities

1 week ago | internationalfireandsafetyjournal.com | Iain Hoey

Johnson Controls has announced the release of the Hygood Inert Gas System 300 (IGS-300), a fire suppression solution designed to support critical infrastructure and asset protection. According to the company, the system has been developed to simplify installation and improve performance while maintaining compliance with international safety standards.
Fire safety control unit introduced for small UK buildings

1 week ago | internationalfireandsafetyjournal.com | Iain Hoey

WindowMaster has launched a new smoke and heat exhaust ventilation (SHEV) control unit designed for smaller building applications. According to WindowMaster, the new WSC 106 unit is suited to stairwells, restaurants and commercial buildings in the UK that require fire safety compliance alongside day-to-day ventilation.
Fire alarm guidance released for UK school lockdown use

1 week ago | internationalfireandsafetyjournal.com | Iain Hoey

The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has published updated guidance on using fire alarm systems to support lockdown and invacuation alerts in schools. According to the FIA, the guidance responds to increasing interest in adapting fire detection and alarm systems for use during non-fire emergencies, including security incidents and chemical threats. The note outlines key considerations for implementing this dual use, referring to British Standard BS 5839-1:2025 for compliance requirements.
Crew evacuates cargo ship carrying 800 electric vehicles near Alaska after firefighting system failure

1 week ago | internationalfireandsafetyjournal.com | Iain Hoey

A fire broke out on the cargo ship Morning Midas while it was transporting 3,000 vehicles from China to Mexico, including 800 electric vehicles, according to AP News. The fire began Tuesday on a deck loaded with electric vehicles while the vessel was in the North Pacific Ocean, about 300 miles southwest of Adak Island, Alaska. The 22 crew members aboard were forced to abandon the ship after firefighting systems failed to control the blaze.
Updated Level 2 certificate in passive fire protection announced by ASFP

1 week ago | internationalfireandsafetyjournal.com | Iain Hoey

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has announced updates to its Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE) Level 2 Certificate in Passive Fire Protection. According to ASFP, the updated qualification is now assessed entirely through an online multiple-choice exam format. Candidates must pass four unit exams to obtain the full Level 2 Certificate. ASFP stated that each of the four exams focuses on a distinct subject area within passive fire protection.
FIRE Conference 2025 to explore lithium-ion risks and Grenfell legacy

1 week ago | internationalfireandsafetyjournal.com | Iain Hoey

The Institution of Fire Engineers has announced that the FIRE Conference 2025 will take place on Thursday 13 November at the QEII Conference Centre in London. According to the Institution of Fire Engineers, this yearâ€™s event will focus on how the built environment can be made fit for future challenges, with a programme that includes sessions on fire policy, regulation, and risk.
Gulf Bank and Kuwait Fire Force host employee fire safety workshop in Kuwait

1 week ago | internationalfireandsafetyjournal.com | Iain Hoey

Gulf Bank has hosted a fire safety workshop for its staff in partnership with the Kuwait Fire Force, as reported by the Kuwait Times. The training was delivered by Major Mohammed Aseeri from the General Department of Public Relations and Media, who led a session focused on fire prevention, emergency response, and correct use of safety equipment.
Grenfell Inquiry progress report June 2025: UK Government update

1 week ago | internationalfireandsafetyjournal.com | Iain Hoey

The UK Government has released its first quarterly report outlining progress on the 58 Phase 2 recommendations issued by the Grenfell Tower Inquiry. According to the update, published on 29 May 2025, 57 recommendations are currently in progress, with one already completed. The UK Government stated that it accepted all recommendations and remains committed to implementing each of them in full.