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LiIon-powered vehicles continue to be in the news and the Public Services Group have been aware of incidents in housing association properties within our remit. There have been discussions across a range of other IOSH Groups on the other aspects of fires involving EVs which indicate that the formulation of policies on where such vehicles can be safely stored and charged, may require some additional consideration. The HSE and other bodies are reviewing the existing guidance and IOSH will contribute to these discussions, formally or individually through its members. The PS Group and others are exploring an event on this topic early in 2025. The attached may be of value: https://lnkd.in/e5jPWx72 This guidance is for car park operators, designers, risk assessors and owners installing EV charge points within covered car parks (both new and existing). It is intended to support a safe increased presence of EVs and EV charge points in new or retrofitted car parks. https://lnkd.in/etNNteVb Individual UK Fire Services have published advice on e-scooters. This is the Scottish advice. #fire #riskmanagement #lithiumion #firesafety #healthandsafety #iosh #publicsector

The rapid advancement of technology outpacing the national Construction Code (NCC) has highlighted the need to reassess how EV fire risks are managed in car parks, which have traditionally been considered low fire risk. This is an intriguing topic for those involved in managing or operating car parks in the post-construction phase.

The challenges around technology advancing quicker than the National Construction Code (NCC) has triggered the need to review how EV fire risks are treated in car parks which have historically been low risk from a fire perspective. A very interesting read for those who manage or operate car parks in the post construction space.

Ensuring safety - preparing our marine lights for the next B0 and B15 fire certification. We are currently preparing three types of lights for B0 and B15 fire certification testing, which are essential for cruise ships where strict fire safety standards must be met. Our lights are designed the way to prevent the spread of fire, ensuring the highest level of protection. Safety is a top priority at TVV Marine Lighting, and for this reason, we manage every step in-house—from design to production. This approach ensures our products deliver exceptional quality and safety. In addition to safety, we are the same dedicated to designing sustainable, eco-friendly lighting solutions. Our energy-efficient, long-lasting lights are built to minimize environmental impact, supporting a greener future for the marine industry. #MarineSafety #FireCertifiedLighting #B0Certification #B15Certification #SustainableLighting #EcoFriendlyDesign #LEDLighting #CruiseShipSafety #InHouseProduction #MadeInFinland #GreenMarine #Innovation #TvvMarineLighting

On 10 February 2023, a Transdev NSW coach TV287A on a primary school charter service with 39 primary school students, two supervising teachers and the driver on board, caught fire at Revesby. After smoke entered the saloon area at the rear and the coach’s engine stalled, the driver safety evacuated all passengers, assisted by the two teachers onboard. Unfortunately, the coach was destroyed by fire. As per the investigation report released today, factors which contributed to the fire were: • A fuel line in the coach’s engine bay fractured, leading to the release of diesel fuel at high pressure, onto surrounding hot components. This resulted in a fire which escalated from the engine bay, into the saloon area, then engulfed the coach.  • The lack of an Engine Bay Fire Suppression Systems, which was not required under the Transport for NSW (TfNSW) Bus Operator Accreditation Scheme (BOAS).  • Additionally, the coach was designed and built without fire containment materials or firewall between the engine bay and saloon. These factors likely significantly reduced the period available for the safe evacuation of the coach. Safety improvement opportunities identified by this investigation include:  • operators of the same coach configuration to inspect the involved fuel line and review the effectiveness of their current risk controls for an engine bay fire, with consideration to the coach body design, seating configuration and passenger mobility aspects • operating vehicles within a risk envelope based on the specific characteristics of the vehicle, that is to consider limits on passenger numbers based on the vehicle construction and the limitations of the existing emergency exits. Read the investigation report on the OTSI website at https://lnkd.in/geqT9XMD Jim Modrouvanos Samantha Moran #PublicTransport #BusSafety #TransportSafety  

Did you know that Speed Feedback signs are now compulsory at static worksites on Main Roads WA controlled roads that meet all the following criteria? • Workers on foot are not protected by a road safety barrier; and • Works conducted at the location for a duration of 8 hours or more; and • Traffic volume of 15,000 vpd (AADT) or more; and • There is a temporary speed reduction of 30 km/h or more. The speed feedback display does not have to be displayed at all times e.g. the display may be turned off and the device used to gather speed data when trialing other speed control measures. Speed feedback signs are not recommended to be used when there are more than 2 lanes of traffic travelling in one direction. Speed feedback signs may be used at other locations to encourage motorists to reduce speed and/or to collect speed data. The speed feedback sign must be included in the TGS. A list of the roads and sections that this applies to is included in Table 19 in the Main Roads WA Code of Practice, along with more details regarding the use of these signs. https://lnkd.in/gcX9kHQM

LSM TrainSense® (Int. pat. pend.) https://lnkd.in/g9uivmvU offers a low-cost and effective world first solution. This CAAS mitigation technology can save lives and prevent injury compared to more expensive, less effective systems. LSM TrainSense® can integrate or augment with other level crossing technology and is focused on eliminating human error, behavioural issues, and environmental factors. LSM TrainSense® provides audible and visual alerts inside the driver’s cabin, can initiate vehicle deceleration, braking, or automatic emergency braking (AEB) if warnings are ignored using associated technology mandated for HGV's in the EU, UK, USA and Australian standards (ADR97/00 and ADR108/00). In addition, our LSM BridgeSense® (int. pat. pend.) technology, https://lnkd.in/gJR4p9Jn can also be integrated into our proposed LSM TrainSense®- an ALL in one- single in- cabin safety device. For more insights and updates, visit our LinkedIn page at https://lnkd.in/gTP_KTDw and https://lnkd.in/gbchYFAR. #rail #trainsense #bridgesense #bridgeimpact #bridgecollision #teamlsm #railwaysafety #railsafety #levelcrossings #railwaysafetydevices #bridgeengineering #bridgedesign #bridgeclearance #overheadimpact #technology #innovation #creativity #healthandsafety #railsafety

As part of Bus Fire mitigation, TMSystems were also part of the TfNSW Bus build speciation BC17/18562 (https://lnkd.in/gfECc9XH). In 2017 a roll - out was started of >4,000 Buses utilised LSM TyreGuard® TMSystems. The Bus Confederation NSW Bus Fire report 2016 stated 43% of Bus Fires (77off) in NSW were confined to the Wheel Well and today in the 2023 report it is Nil, proving that TMSystems mitigate such fire events. Bus fires today primarily originate in the vehicle engine bay (& electrical), while thermals generally originate in the Wheel Well. In the 2023 report. Brake faults were the most common cause of bus thermal (not fires) incidents (55%). TMSystems https://lnkd.in/grnjFyWj are proven technology leading the way in safety mitigation in the prevention of catastrophic events such as wheel end fires, tyre blow outs, etc related to under - inflated tyres, locked brakes, failed bearings, pyrolysis, etc. TMSystem also not only increases safety but provides economical advantages such as fuel savings, tyre service life, improved traction, braking, handling, etc. See LinkedIn for more posts https://lnkd.in/gW729hEe #tyrepressure #roadsafety #truckfires #tyres #tpms #tyre #lsmtyreguard #tyresafety #fleetsafety #lsmfleetsafety #trailerfires #lsmfsm #teamlsm #technology #innovation #creativity

LSM TrainSense® (Int. pat. pend.) https://lnkd.in/gbp7ZH_p offers a low-cost and effective world first solution. This CAAS mitigation technology can save lives and prevent injury compared to more expensive, less effective systems. LSM TrainSense® can integrate or augment with other level crossing technology and is focused on eliminating human error, behavioural issues, and environmental factors. LSM TrainSense® provides audible and visual alerts inside the driver’s cabin, can initiate vehicle deceleration, braking, or automatic emergency braking (AEB) if warnings are ignored using associated technology mandated for HGV's in the EU, UK, USA and Australian standards (ADR97/00 and ADR108/00). In addition, our LSM BridgeSense® (int. pat. pend.) technology, https://lnkd.in/gfPmbbzb can also be integrated into our proposed LSM TrainSense®- an ALL in one- single in- cabin safety device. For more insights and updates, visit our LinkedIn page at https://lnkd.in/g8gUArA7 and https://lnkd.in/gmGAwaXe. #rail #trainsense #bridgesense #bridgeimpact #bridgecollision #teamlsm #railwaysafety #railsafety #levelcrossings #railwaysafetydevices #bridgeengineering #bridgedesign #bridgeclearance #overheadimpact #technology #innovation #creativity #healthandsafety #railsafety

As part of Bus Fire mitigation, TMSystems were also part of the TfNSW Bus build speciation BC17/18562 (https://lnkd.in/gskSKEfZ). In 2017 a roll - out was started of >4,000 Buses utilised LSM TyreGuard® TMSystems. The Bus Confederation NSW Bus Fire report 2016 stated 43% of Bus Fires (77off) in NSW were confined to the Wheel Well and today in the 2023 report it is Nil, proving that TMSystems mitigate such fire events. Bus fires today primarily originate in the vehicle engine bay (& electrical), while thermals generally originate in the Wheel Well. In the 2023 report. Brake faults were the most common cause of bus thermal (not fires) incidents (55%). TMSystems https://lnkd.in/gq4egNpn are proven technology leading the way in safety mitigation in the prevention of catastrophic events such as wheel end fires, tyre blow outs, etc related to under - inflated tyres, locked brakes, failed bearings, pyrolysis, etc. TMSystem also not only increases safety but provides economical advantages such as fuel savings, tyre service life, improved traction, braking, handling, etc. See LinkedIn for more posts https://lnkd.in/g4wsu7r3 #tyrepressure #roadsafety #truckfires #tyres #tpms #tyre #lsmtyreguard #tyresafety #fleetsafety #lsmfleetsafety #trailerfires #lsmfsm #teamlsm #technology #innovation #creativity