Lisa Ellams

The draft #Digital and #CyberSecurity Fire Standard is open for consultation, developed by FRS ICT subject matter experts and managers, @ukhomeoffice specialists and representatives from the @NFCC_FireChiefs Digital, Technology and Cyber Board. Visit: firestandards.org/standards/cons…

Cheaper batteries purchased from online sources which don’t necessarily meet UK safety regulations are more likely to fail and increase your fire risk. Always buy from a reputable seller and #ChargeSafe Learn more here: london-fire.gov.uk/safety/lithium…

Thanks @BBCBreakfast for highlighting the dangers of e-bikes following the terrible fire in Cambridgeshire last week. @NFCC_FireChiefs colleague explaining how to safely charge your e-bike or e-scooter battery. This is a growing risk…

A huge congratulations to all those who have received an accolade in the King's Birthday Honours recognising your support and personal leadership within fire and rescue. We are all very proud here at NFCC. Read more: nationalfirechiefs.org.uk/News/fire-serv…

Follow these top tips to reduce the risk of fire in your home. For more advice for you and your loved ones complete a short online home fire safety check here: ohfsc.co.uk #HFSW23

We have news about our work on an amendment to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions), which would enable fire and rescue services to access every level of DBS check as appropriate. We're proud that this proposed amendment is being heard today in @UKHouseofLords!

This week is Home Fire Safety Week. Look out for information on how fire services can support you in reducing fire risk in your home by following #HFSW23 For more information visit nationalfirechiefs.org.uk/Home-Safety-We…

Its been a terrible week for incidents and sadly fatalities involving water. @NFCC_FireChiefs send thoughts to anyone that has been affected. With the warm weather set to continue #respectthewater provides life saving water safety and educational advice nationalfirechiefs.org.uk/News/public-ur…

There's still time to participate in our consultation on the three pieces of safeguarding guidance that have been produced to support Fire and Rescue Services. You can participate here: ow.ly/E7IQ50OC00k This consultation closes tomorrow, 2 June.

LET THE FUND RAISING BEGIN!! justgiving.com/team/ukfc999 Throughout June, Fire Cadets from across the UK will be fund raising in aid of the Fire Fighters Charity. Our aim is to beat our last target of £8267.00, so please visit our JustGiving page or donate to your local cadet event.

StayWise shows what can be achieved by combining the shared determination of the emergency services and safety-focussed organisations. We're proud to see the launch of StayWise Cymru, ensuring that these vital resource are accessible to everyone.

Congratulations to the amazing multiagency team leading StayWiseCymru as they launch their education resources website. We’re proud to work with you #savinglivesthrougheducation great to be a part of your journey @rog_thomas @NFCC_Chair @NeilOdin @PhilGarrigan @Richfelton737

We are currently scoping for the next 3 Standards! Which are: •Asset Management •Commercial and Procurement •Finance and Assurance If you would like to get involved with the workshops in June, please contact us at fsb@nationalfirechiefs.org.uk

My @NFCC_FireChiefs colleagues and I put our best foot forward on Saturday and completed the Brecon Beacons 3 Peak Challenge for @firefighters999. It was a fantastic day and we received lots of support from other walkers we met. Thank you for supporting. justgiving.com/fundraising/nf…

Mental Health Awareness Week starts today! 💚 All this week we want to talk about anxiety and the things that can help. Find out more about the week and how you can get involved here: mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/publi… #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ToHelpMyAnxiety

Sprinklers save lives & prevent the loss of critical community buildings such as care homes and schools. The Govt. in England continues to ignore the evidence and risks by refusing to make sprinklers mandatory in all buildings of this type #ThinkSprinkler youtube.com/watch?v=yEinGx…

We've supported @NFCC_FireChiefs to launch their new positive practice portal. It will help fire & rescue services to learn from each other, while also making it easier for us to share the positive practice we find during inspections. Find out more: nationalfirechiefs.org.uk/News/nfcc-laun… 1/4

Today, we are proud to have partnered with @TrentUni and @NFCC_FireChiefs to launch new research, and to make a series of recommendations in regards to the health and wellbeing of the UK fire and rescue sector 👉 ow.ly/bkvG50OkhpL

Direct Entry Scheme - application deadline 2 June. * A different route of entry for those with proven leadership skills * Station Manager roles available * Attracting a diverse range of experienced middle leaders who want to make a difference to the sector nationalfirechiefs.org.uk/News/national-…