<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Firefighter - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/rss/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Firefighter news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your profession!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:16:00 +0100</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Fire near rail line in north London brings travel disruption across England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Services running normally again after trains into Euston on UK&rsquo;s main intercity line held up as far back as Warrington Train services on Britain&rsquo;s main intercity rail line are running normally again after being disrupted for much of Friday because of a fire close to the tracks in north London.Trains to and from London Euston serving Manchester, Liverpool and Glasgow were among those suspended due to the blaze in Primrose Hill, Camden. Continue reading...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-near-rail-line-in-north-london-brings-travel-disruption-across-england/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-near-rail-line-in-north-london-brings-travel-disruption-across-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ten English fire services tackled record number of grass, forest and crop fires in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fire chief says summer, the UK&rsquo;s hottest on record, was &lsquo;one of the most challenging for wildfires that we&rsquo;ve ever faced&rsquo;Ten English fire services tackled a record number of grassland, woodland and crop fires during what was the UK&rsquo;s hottest spring and summer on record, figures show.In total nearly 27,000 wildfires were dealt with by fire services in England during the prolonged dry weather of 2025, according to analysis by PA Media. Continue reading...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/ten-english-fire-services-tackled-record-number-of-grass-forest-and-crop-fires-in-2025/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/ten-english-fire-services-tackled-record-number-of-grass-forest-and-crop-fires-in-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Safety In Hospitality: Essential Tips And Best Practices]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a business owner in the hospitality sector, fire safety should be one of the top priorities. Fires can cause extensive damage to the property and put the customers and employees at risk. In this guide, they&amp;rsquo;ll provide tips on reducing the risk of fires in the business and what to do if a fire breaks out.They&amp;rsquo;ll also discuss some common causes of fires in the hospitality industry and the steps they can take to prevent them. So read on for all they need to know about fire s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-safety-in-hospitality-essential-tips-and-best-practices/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-safety-in-hospitality-essential-tips-and-best-practices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Risk Assessment: Essential For Business Safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to workplace safety, fire risk assessments are a critical part of the process. But for business owners who may not be familiar with them, these assessments can seem daunting. This guide is designed to provide beginners with all the information they need to understand and complete a fire risk assessment for their business.They&amp;rsquo;ll cover the basics of what a risk assessment is, what needs to be included and how to implement the findings. So whether they&amp;rsquo;re just sta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-risk-assessment-essential-for-business-safety/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-risk-assessment-essential-for-business-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beginner's Guide To Workplace Fire Risk Assessments]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to workplace safety, fire risk assessments are a critical part of the process. But for business owners who may not be familiar with them, these assessments can seem daunting. This guide is designed to provide beginners with all the information they need to understand and complete a fire risk assessment for their business.They&amp;rsquo;ll cover the basics of what a risk assessment is, what needs to be included and how to implement the findings. So whether they&amp;rsquo;re just sta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/beginners-guide-to-workplace-fire-risk-assessments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/beginners-guide-to-workplace-fire-risk-assessments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Extinguisher Maintenance: Essential Safety Tips]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a business owner, they know that protecting their employees, customers and property is a top priority. One way to do this is by having fire extinguishers on hand in case of an emergency. But did they know that simply owning a fire extinguisher is not enough?They also need to regularly maintain fire extinguishers to ensure they work properly in the event of a fire. In this blog post, they&amp;rsquo;ll cover everything they need to know about fire extinguisher maintenance.What Is Fire Extinguis]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-extinguisher-maintenance-essential-safety-tips/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-extinguisher-maintenance-essential-safety-tips/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ultimate Fire Safety Checklist For Businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[The best way to be prepared for any emergency is by making sure the business can withstand the worst. A small fire could quickly turn into an all-out panic in a matter of minutes without proper precautions. It&amp;rsquo;s up to them as owners or managers to maintain safety.With the ultimate fire safety checklist, they&amp;rsquo;ve compiled some helpful tips on what businesses should do to reduce the risk of fires. Use this guide to make sure the business is well prepared.What Is a Fire Safety Ch]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/ultimate-fire-safety-checklist-for-businesses/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/ultimate-fire-safety-checklist-for-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Often Should Fire Extinguishers Be Checked At Work?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Businesses of all types and sizes should have fire extinguishers on-site in the event of a fire. While these devices can be lifesavers, they can also be dangerous if not used in the right way or improperly maintained. It&amp;rsquo;s important to know how often the fire extinguishers should be checked, as they are an important part of any fire-safety plan.They can be used to put out small fires before they have a chance to spread and can help prevent serious injuries or even death. However, fire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/how-often-should-fire-extinguishers-be-checked-at-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/how-often-should-fire-extinguishers-be-checked-at-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire System Maintenance: Essential For Business Safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a business owner, they are responsible for the safety of their employees and customers. One important element of safety that is often overlooked is fire-system maintenance. By neglecting this crucial step, they put themselves and others at risk. This quick guide will provide them with everything they need to know about looking after their fire system to keep their business safe.When the fire-protection systems are well-maintained, it ensures the majority of fires are preventable. That means c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-system-maintenance-essential-for-business-safety/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-system-maintenance-essential-for-business-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One child dead and another in hospital after house fire in Kent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emergency services say &lsquo;intense fire&rsquo; spread throughout semi-detached property in Hamstreet near AshfordA child has died after a house fire in Kent, emergency services have said.Another child and an adult were taken to hospital after the blaze occurred in White Admiral Way in the village of Hamstreet, near Ashford, on Sunday. Continue reading...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/one-child-dead-and-another-in-hospital-after-house-fire-in-kent/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/one-child-dead-and-another-in-hospital-after-house-fire-in-kent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Idaho Falls Fire Station 6 Supports Community Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Idaho Falls Fire Department (IFFD) formally marked the grand opening of Fire Station 6 now, with a ceremonial hose uncoupling at 2767 N. Spitfire St.&amp;nbsp;The event signifies the completion of construction and the official opening of a new fire station on Idaho Falls&amp;rsquo; north side, which will support emergency response in a rapidly growing area of the community.Investment in the safety and well-being&amp;ldquo;The opening of Fire Station 6 represents a critical investment in the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/idaho-falls-fire-station-6-supports-community-growth/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 10:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/idaho-falls-fire-station-6-supports-community-growth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pierce Expands Fire Apparatus Production Capacity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced a new round of major facility advancements across its Appleton, Wisconsin, manufacturing operations.Building on a multi-year modernization initiative launched in 2022, and the company&amp;rsquo;s long history of focusing on innovation and reinvestment, these strategic investments are designed to expand production capacity which will enable faster delivery of high-quality fire apparatus to fire departments.Pierce&amp;rsquo;s lo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/pierce-expands-fire-apparatus-production-capacity/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 10:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/pierce-expands-fire-apparatus-production-capacity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outdated furniture fire safety rules putting people at risk, MP warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millions of households are exposed to materials in upholstered furniture that can release dangerous fumes when they burnThe UK is still using extremely outdated furniture fire safety rules, putting people at risk from toxic materials, an MP has warned.Bob Blackman, the chair of the all-party parliamentary group (APPG) on fire safety, said the government has failed to update rules that date back to 1988, leaving millions of households exposed to materials that exacerbate the release of dangerous]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/outdated-furniture-fire-safety-rules-putting-people-at-risk-mp-warns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/outdated-furniture-fire-safety-rules-putting-people-at-risk-mp-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[C-TEC And Skills For Security Boost Fire Safety Training]]></title><description><![CDATA[Skills for Security has partnered with C-TEC to strengthen the training opportunities for apprentice fire and security technicians through greater access to current technologies and direct engagement with industry expertise.C-TEC&amp;rsquo;s involvement will include providing equipment for training, technical resources and the expertise of its engineering and product development teams. Apprentices will benefit from demonstrations and discussions that show how design choices affect performance, u]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/c-tec-and-skills-for-security-boost-fire-safety-training/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/c-tec-and-skills-for-security-boost-fire-safety-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Idaho Falls Fire Dept Tackles Hatch Pit Vegetation Fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Idaho Falls Fire Department responded early this morning, Dec. 14, to a vegetation fire at the Bonneville County Hatch Pit, located at East 33rd North and Recycle Road.Around 2:44 a.m., dispatch received a call reporting flames that appeared to be 20 feet tall coming from the site. Upon arrival, fire crews discovered a large pallet and a wood pile engulfed in flames, rather than the active trash pit. The cause of the fire is unknown.Primary objective of preventing the fireThe burning pile is]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/idaho-falls-fire-dept-tackles-hatch-pit-vegetation-fire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/idaho-falls-fire-dept-tackles-hatch-pit-vegetation-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sydney Garage Fire: Investigation By FRNSW]]></title><description><![CDATA[A person has died in a fire at Quaker's Hill, in Sydney's west. The blaze took hold in a garage attached to a home in Mannix Place just after 6.15 pm.Eight fire trucks rushed to the single-storey home where firefighters, wearing breathing apparatus, attacked the flames and thick, black smoke. Authorities discovered a body inside the garage.Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigatorsTwo other people suffered smoke inhalation at the scene. They were treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics.&amp;nbsp;Fire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/sydney-garage-fire-investigation-by-frnsw/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/sydney-garage-fire-investigation-by-frnsw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire And Rescue NSW Handle Mooney Mooney Crashes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews are at the scene of a multi-vehicle pile-up on the M1 Motorway at Mooney Mooney.Five FRNSW trucks, along with the Rural Fire Service, rushed to the scene of two separate crashes near the north-bound M1 off-ramp after reports of a motorist possibly trapped in the wreckage around 11.20 am.No reports of serious injuriesIn the first crash, four cars collided, while moments later, a second impact occurred, involving three more vehicles.The wreckage blocked all three]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-and-rescue-nsw-handle-mooney-mooney-crashes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-and-rescue-nsw-handle-mooney-mooney-crashes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire And Rescue NSW Respond To Plane Crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two people, who survived a light plane crash this morning near Wentworth, in the state's far south-west, are now being treated in hospital for minor injuries.The 'Jabiru' ultralight lost power just before midday now forcing the pilot to attempt a landing in a flooded paddock near the Silver City Highway and the Wentworth aerodrome. The plane clipped trees and crash-landed.Fire and Rescue NSW crewsFire and Rescue NSW crews from Wentworth reached the pilot and his passenger on foot, working their]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-and-rescue-nsw-respond-to-plane-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/fire-and-rescue-nsw-respond-to-plane-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASC Rigid Couplings Revolutionize Fire Safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two patent-pending rigid couplings from ASC Engineered Solutions are now available that will revolutionize fire safety piping system installations.The new SPF Anvil Fig. C9-CL and Gruvlok Fig. FP74CL rigid couplings feature brand new Sabertooth&amp;trade; Installation Technology, allowing for quick and accurate visual and tactile installation verification.FM Approved and UL ListedFM Approved and UL Listed, the Fig. C9-CL and the Fig. FP74CL offer the fastest and easiest grooved fire system joint]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/asc-rigid-couplings-revolutionize-fire-safety/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 13:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/asc-rigid-couplings-revolutionize-fire-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramtech Enhances U.S. Construction Fire Safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pioneer wireless fire safety solutions provider - Ramtech has established its first international base, opening a new U.S. office in Charlotte, North Carolina.The move reinforces the company&amp;rsquo;s commitment to delivering modern fire and safety across the construction industry and establishing a full U.S. supply chain. By establishing a permanent presence on the Atlantic coast, Ramtech, which is headquartered in Nottingham, will enhance efficiency, mobilization and reliable delivery of saf]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/ramtech-enhances-us-construction-fire-safety/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/profession/firefighter/ramtech-enhances-us-construction-fire-safety/</guid></item></channel></rss>