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NEW WORK x NEW WORKWEAR
09/04/2025
The way we work has changed fundamentally. Automation, digitalisation, globalisation, gender equality and demographic change are shaping the term that originated in the late 1970s: New Work. The COVID-19 pan-demic was the booster... all new, and strongly in line with the needs and values of employees.
Neurodiverse staff in SMEs: A conversation with Dr. Judith Rommel, founder of BZND
02/04/2025
For the successful British businessman Sir Richard Branson, his dyslexia had never been a weakness but a gift because “it helped me learn the art of delegation, focus my skills and work with incredible people.”
THE FUTURE OF WORK: THESE TRENDS WILL CHANGE THE WAY WE WORK
26/02/2025
The world of work is seeing a historic transformation, and the question is no longer if but how fast companies need to adapt. The "XING Future Work Report 2025" provides valuable insights into the trends SMEs should keep in mind to stay competitive in a changing world. Digital transformation in SMEs flexible work models and new employee demands are at the heart of the discussion.
The future of autonomous firefighting
06/02/2025
State-of-the-art, remotely operated fire-fighting vehicles can extend the reach of fire-fighting operations while significantly improving the safety of personnel. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) could make even greater autonomy possible in the future.
Sustainability in PPE: Highlights from the A+A Webinar Series "Expert Talks"
23/01/2025
Sustainability and innovation – two buzzwords that are revolutionizing the future of personal protective equipment (PPE). On November 5, 2024, the A+A webinar series "Expert Talks" focused entirely on this forward-looking topic. The event provided new impulses and demonstrated that sustainable PPE is not only feasible but also essential.
New Work/Health in A Hybrid World of Work
19/10/2023
The Future of Work/Promoting Health and Creativity Hybrid work presents employers with special challenges. How can occupational safety and health be ensured with staff working at multiple locations? How do you nudge staff to also enjoy being in the office?
Interview with Christian Ronig, Deputy Chairman Factory Fire Brigade Association Germany, Head of Factory Security at Evonik in Marl
03/05/2023
What are you doing to improve operational hygiene as a factory fire brigade? Annual training sessions are held as a matter of course at factory fire brigades. Service forces are very aware nowadays. Contaminated protective wear is no longer taken back to the fire station “unpacked”, and special packaging materials (such as Dräger’s Safety Bag) have proved their worth.
A+A 2023: Operational hygiene in the fire service
03/05/2023
After the job is before the job The proper handling of contaminated PPE not only starts at the laundry or respiratory protection workshop. After each assignment the equipment must be properly stored, packaged, transported and prepared. This is the only way to ensure the safety of service forces.Exoskeletons: tomorrow’s ergonomic tools at A+A 2023
23/02/2023
The market for exoskeletons is growing. According to estimates published by market research institute Frost & Sullivan in 2021, the market for industrial exoskeletons will reach an average annual growth rate in excess of 40% over the coming years and reach a market volume of over $400m by 2025.Specialist Article No. 6 - Fire Brigades and Digitalisation
13/10/2021
For fire brigades digitalisation is especially helpful for operational preparation and education. The COVID pandemic and floods in the most recent past have shown that disasters first have to be met with robust technology, experience and leadership personality. But even drones provide more and more helpful services.