Fire Service Women of Central Provinces- Officially up and running!

Fire Service Women of Central Provinces- Officially up and running!

Thank you for your interest in supporting Fire Service Women Central Provinces! We are excited to introduce our organization, which is dedicated to empowering and uplifting women in the fire service across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.

About Us:
Fire Service Women Central Provinces is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment within the fire service. Our mission is to support the professional development of women in this field, provide networking opportunities, and advocate for equality in all aspects of firefighting. We believe that by empowering women, we can enhance the effectiveness and resilience of the fire service.

Our Values:

  • Empowerment: We aim to inspire women to take on leadership roles and pursue careers in the fire service.
  • Community: We foster a supportive network for women to connect, share experiences, and learn from one another.
  • Advocacy: We work to raise awareness about the importance of gender diversity in firefighting and promote policies that support our mission.

How You Can Help:
By purchasing a membership, you are not just supporting our organization; you are becoming an integral part of a movement that champions women's rights and representation in the fire service. Your membership will help us establish vital programs, offer training workshops, and create resources that empower our members.

We truly appreciate your interest in joining us on this important journey. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in our communities and beyond.

If you have any questions or would like more information about membership options, please feel free to reach out. Membership purchases can be made on our website through a secure Paypal purchase. www.fswcp.ca 

Please follow us on social media to stay up to date. We have a Facebook Group (Fire Service Women Central Provinces) as well as an Instagram account @fswcp

Thank you once again for your support!

Warm regards,

Sarah Peto
President
Fire Service Women Central Provinces
@fswcp
www.fswcp.ca

Samsung Slide-In Electric Ranges recalled due to fire hazard

Subject    "Samsung Slide-In Electric Ranges recalled due to fire hazard”

 

CSA Group Product Alert & Recall # (PAR-09-24)

CSA Group Case# (L05331)

 

Health Canada RA-75974 / CPSC 24-335

 

Please find attached for your information (if applicable).

 

Issue:  Humans and pets can accidentally activate the front-mounted knobs on the ranges, posing a fire hazard.

 

For more information visit:  

 

Health Canada:

Samsung Slide-In Electric Ranges recalled due to fire hazard - Canada.ca

 

CPSC:

Samsung Recalls Slide-In Electric Ranges Due to Fire Hazard | CPSC.gov

 

Your cooperation in further distributing this important information would be appreciated. If you have any questions please contact us at the number shown below.

 

Be safe & regards,

 

Pratish Mistry
Mark Integrity Analyst

178 Rexdale Blvd.

Toronto, ON, M9W 1R3, Canada

T  416 747 4278
pratish.mistry1@csagroup.org

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Public Notice – UL Solutions Warns of Unauthorized UL Mark on Wi-Fi Smoke Detector

August 15, 2024

 

 

NORTHBROOK, ILLINOIS — Aug. 15, 2024 — The following is a notification from UL Solutions that the Wi-Fi Smoke Detector identified here bears an unauthorized UL Mark for the United States and Canada. The Wi-Fi Smoke Detector has not been evaluated by UL Solutions to the appropriate Safety Standards, and it is unknown if the product complies with any safety requirements.

Name of Product: Wi-Fi Smoke Detector

Remedy: UL Solutions recommends that the product be removed from service and be replaced with a UL Certified smoke detector.

Identification on the Product Labels: The “Jllom” brand Wi-Fi Smoke Detector bears an unauthorized UL Certification Mark for the United States and Canada:

UL Certification Mark for the United States and Canada

Location: Known to be distributed and sold by Jinlankeji Co. Ltd. under the “Jllom” brand and sold through e-commerce retailers, including Walmart.com.

About UL Solutions

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection, and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

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Contact:

Susan Nadeau
UL Solutions
Susan.Nadeau@ul.com