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A University of Alberta researcher is working with industry to reduce that risk with a sensor that can detect the gradual breakdown in garments from exposure to heat, moisture and ultraviolet (UV) light.
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An arbitrator has sided with four firefighters who were “forced” to use sick days by their employer, the Ottawa International Airport, after they had been in close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case.
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A familiar face in town is taking over as the new chief for the North Westside Fire Rescue department (NWFR).
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A man was electrocuted in a hot tub at a Canmore rental property Monday evening, the local fire chief confirmed.
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Our fire tankers/tenders and pumper tankers/tenders are engineered for the harshest road conditions and environments in the world featuring a full-framed 6061- T6 aluminum extruded sub-frame utilizing 5083 saltwater marine-grade aluminum compartments. We offer over 12,000 custom options to choose from giving our customers a unique fire apparatus that is One Tough Truck and fits their fire department’s needs serving their communities for many years to come. Standard features include: full-framed 6061- T6 aluminum extruded sub-frame utilizing 5083 saltwater marine-grade aluminum compartments, Darley, Waterous, or Hale pumps, 180-degree swivel rear dump chute, adjustable compartment shelves, roll-up or pan compartment doors, 1200 to 3500 I.G. co-poly tanks, undercoated body, LED lighting, and ULC or NFPA tested and certified. For specification details on any of our trucks call our sales department for pricing information at 800-565-3473.
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It is not surprising then that Budget 2022 and the mandate letters of several federal ministers, contained important commitments for wildfire and climate adaptation writ large. By Tina Saryeddine
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I realize that for some being a fire service instructor is just a role they play as part of the job. But for myself and a few others I have had the privilege to walk alongside, it was seen as a calling. I have often thought that being a training officer is the highest calling in the fire services. By Ed Brouwer
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The new HP702 UL913 and HP782 UL913 radios are Class I, II, and III UL913 certified for use in areas where flammable dust and vapors are present, in industrial, energy production, and mining environments.
These radios share all the features of the recent H-Series product line.
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AI-Based Noise Cancellation
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IP68 and MIL-STD 810G Certified
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24+ Hour Battery Life
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Extended Range
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One Line OLED display screen (HP702 UL913)
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2.4" TFT-LCD screen and full keypad (HP782 UL913)
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New research highlights the importance of scheduled, repeated, and measured fire safety interventions as a key strategy for achieving sustained fire-safe behaviours in Indigenous and other vulnerable communities in Canada. By Len Garis and Mandy Desautels
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There is a story inspired by the U.S. hockey team at the 1980 winter Olympics that stands out above many others. Regardless of what nation you belong to, this story and its outcome will always be remembered as the miracle on ice. By James Rychard
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| FIRE FIGHTING IN CANADA: THE PODCAST |
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FireFit of Canada is back on the road after a two- and half-year pandemic hiatus. Now in its 29th year, this family business, run by the McRoberts, is dedicated to firefighter fitness, has a new partnership with Draeger for 2022, and a tentative schedule for 2023 already in the works. Tune in to hear Hilary McRoberts share more about the FireFit circuit, competition tasks, training, and how it all relates to team-building and firefighter safety. This episode is brought to you by First Alert.
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