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Episode Synopsis
Here’s how to promote competency and safety in the fire sector:
Hello Smart Firefighting Community!
Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
In this episode:
How the IFE supports fire professionals through exams, CPD, and knowledge sharing
The role of collaboration in addressing global challenges in fire engineering
Why continuous learning is key to adapting to new technologies and industry trends
Hear from Hayley Burgess - the International President of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE).
Hayley explores the organization's role in supporting fire professionals worldwide. She discusses how the IFE promotes competency through examinations, continuous professional development, and structured membership grades, ensuring that industry professionals are prepared for their critical roles.
The conversation highlights the power of collaboration and knowledge sharing, emphasizing how global challenges in fire engineering benefit from shared solutions and best practices. Hayley also shares her journey into the fire safety field, her passion for continuous learning, and the importance of staying adaptable in a field that evolves alongside new technologies and construction trends.
So take a listen to hear what she has to share!
Episode Resources:
AFAC25 Conference
Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!
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Hello Smart Firefighting Community!
Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
In this episode:
How the IFE supports fire professionals through exams, CPD, and knowledge sharing
The role of collaboration in addressing global challenges in fire engineering
Why continuous learning is key to adapting to new technologies and industry trends
Hear from Hayley Burgess - the International President of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE).
Hayley explores the organization's role in supporting fire professionals worldwide. She discusses how the IFE promotes competency through examinations, continuous professional development, and structured membership grades, ensuring that industry professionals are prepared for their critical roles.
The conversation highlights the power of collaboration and knowledge sharing, emphasizing how global challenges in fire engineering benefit from shared solutions and best practices. Hayley also shares her journey into the fire safety field, her passion for continuous learning, and the importance of staying adaptable in a field that evolves alongside new technologies and construction trends.
So take a listen to hear what she has to share!
Episode Resources:
AFAC25 Conference
Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!
Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn
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