fire rescue
Becoming Fire-Fit: Preparing for the Unexpected and the Unimagined
Greetings! My name is Rachel Westcott. I’m a veterinarian, emergency manager and researcher. I’m delighted to be back at ANZDMC in 2019. I completed my PhD in 2018, as part of the Bushfire & Natural…
What’s the Future for Fire Protection in Australia?
The Grenfell fire disaster in London serves as a stark reminder about why properly installed and maintained working fire protection systems are so critical. While the cause of the Grenfell fire is not yet known,…
August 30, 2017
Where to Take Refuge in Your Home During a Bushfire
When you live in a bushfire-prone area you can’t ignore the danger. Most individuals and families address this necessity by preparing a bushfire survival plan. The best way to survive a bushfire is not to be there when…
August 24, 2017
Insurance losses from summer catastrophes in Australia pass half a billion dollars
Updated figures from the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) show the combined cost of the four catastrophes it has declared since November has passed $515 million. Over the past seven weeks, the ICA has declared…
January 21, 2016
Online alerts scheme for emergencies – Alert SA
A promotional campaign has been launched for the new multi-Agency website and app Alert SA, which can send real-time alerts about emergencies and day-to-day disruptions to phones, devices and desktops. The Alert SA website and…
July 3, 2015
Fire Rescue Safety Australia confirms sponsorship
The Australian & New Zealand Disaster and Emergency Management Conference is pleased to announce Fire Rescue Safety Australia Pty Ltd has become a sponsor of the event, being held at Jupiters Gold Coast 3-5 May 2015. Fire Rescue…