Fire

Could 'swarms' of giant cyborg cockroaches be the future of disaster sites care?

31 August, 2026

Australian researchers have fitted cameras and miniature medical injectors to cyborg cockroaches to make them capable of administering supervised emergency care.


AI system seeks to prepare firefighters for megafire conditions

24 August, 2026

Part of a five-year partnership between UNSW and Fire and Rescue NSW, the scenario-modelling system combines AI, immersive visualisation and advanced simulation.


Fire safety failures prompt $80K enforceable undertaking spend

02 April, 2026

After failing to manage fire risks and breaching EPA Victoria permission conditions at three factories, an enforceable undertaking will see a recycling company pay $80,000.


Marioff IoT-enabled HI-FOG system

21 January, 2026 | Supplied by: Marioff

The Marioff IoT-enabled HI-FOG system is designed for high-pressure water mist fire protection systems and intended to enhance safety, improves system reliability and make fire protection more proactive.


Five ways to reduce fire risk of lithium-ion batteries in healthcare settings

05 December, 2025 | Supplied by: Brooks Australia

The use of lithium-ion batteries in health care will continue to grow as technology advances, but fire risk does not need to increase alongside it.


Portable fire protection equipment at any time, day or night

25 November, 2025 | Supplied by: Firex Distribution (Australia) Pty Ltd

An Australian manufacturer and wholesaler of portable fire protection equipment has a network of 20 Click & Collect warehouses — 16 providing 24/7 access.


Smarterlite environmental exit signs

25 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Smarterlite Pty Ltd

Smarterlite environmental exit signs are designed to offer an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution that bolsters safety while reducing emissions and costs.


AI-driven early detection tool could help combat bushfires

24 March, 2025 | Supplied by: Dryad Networks

An ultra-early wildfire detection company could help tackle bushfires in the region after setting up its first Australian office in NSW's Macquarie Park.


Drones boost firefighter safety after chemical emergency

06 February, 2025

After a recycling plant in Sydney went up in flames, Fire and Rescue NSW utilised a fleet of specialist drones during its emergency response.


Using AI to predict and prevent fire hazards

28 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Brooks Australia

As fire safety technology continues to evolve, new solutions are redefining security across both domestic and industrial settings.


Protecting first responders from increased bushfire risk

28 October, 2024 | Supplied by: Monash University

Due to a changing climate, more frequent and severe bushfires are being experienced across Australia.


E2S Warning Signals H1 range of heat detectors

17 October, 2024 | Supplied by: Mechtric Pty Ltd

The E2S Warning Signals H1 range of heat detectors are designed for hazardous areas.


The benefits of immersive firefighter training

15 July, 2024

The state emergency services of Ukraine have faced significant and ongoing challenges in training its firefighters, due to a lack of resources.


Vic employers urged to manage the risks of working in heat

04 March, 2024

WorkSafe Victoria has issued a reminder for employers to ensure their workers are protected from the risks of extreme heat and fire danger.


SWA releases bushfire planning resources for workplaces

05 February, 2024

Safe Work Australia has released an information sheet to help PCBUs use the national fire danger rating and warning systems to assess the risks of bushfires in the workplace.


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