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Mobile home owners reminded to think fire safety this summer
Thursday, 12 December 2013, 7:45 pm | Wormald
12 December 2013: With plans for summer camping trips now in the pipeline, Wormald is reminding holiday makers to ensure their mobile homes are fitted with working fire protection equipment. More >>
Householders: be vigilant about fire safety this summer
Tuesday, 3 December 2013, 3:56 pm | Wormald
Summer has arrived, bringing with it backyard barbeques and Christmas celebrations, but also a higher risk of fire. More >>
Minimise the risk of home fires this winter - Wormald
Monday, 24 June 2013, 12:42 pm | Wormald
24 June 2013: A warm home on a cold winter day may conjure up thoughts of safety and security, but the reality is that portable heaters, electric blankets, open fires and radiators all pose a potential fire threat. More >>
Householders urged to stay fire safe this Christmas
Thursday, 13 December 2012, 12:25 pm | Wormald
13 December 2012: With summer marking the beginning of one of New Zealand’s peak fire periods, fire protection specialist Wormald is encouraging householders to consider fire safety and carefully assess potential fire hazards around their homes. More >>
Householders urged to stay fire safe this winter
Tuesday, 26 June 2012, 11:38 am | Wormald
As the cold snap sets in, households looking to keep warm should be aware that portable heaters, electric blankets and radiators all pose potential fire risks around the home. More >>
Wormald issues fire safety reminder to businesses
Wednesday, 13 June 2012, 4:22 pm | Wormald
With the onset of winter and short, colder days, fire protection specialist Wormald is warning businesses to be extra vigilant about using portable heaters and electrical appliances in the workplace. More >>
Fast track fire protection for V8 Championship
Wednesday, 21 March 2012, 2:56 pm | Wormald
Leading fire protection specialist Wormald will again provide the fire protection solution for the ITM400 Hamilton, which hits the track on April 20th – 22nd 2012. Hamilton city will ignite during the three day event which will see championship ... More >>
Wormald backs calls For Compulsory Smoke Alarms
Wednesday, 28 January 2009, 10:34 am | Wormald
Wormald, New Zealand's leading fire protection and detection company says it backs recent calls for making smoke alarms mandatory in homes. More >>
Keeping warm this winter – the safe way
Friday, 21 April 2006, 10:40 am | Wormald
As the winter months approach, so does the planning and preparation to stay warm in our homes. However for those planning on using electrical heaters, gas heaters and fire places, it is important to remember that there are a few basic fire safety ... More >>
First Step To Fighting Workplace Fires
Monday, 23 May 2005, 2:53 pm | Wormald
Basic fire equipment such as fire extinguishers, fire blankets and hoses are the first line of defence against a workplace fire - but only if staff know how to use them properly. More >>
Fire Equipment Vital To Health Of Small Businesses
Tuesday, 19 April 2005, 3:39 pm | Wormald
Wormald Media Release 19 April 2005 Fire Equipment Vital To Health Of Small Businesses Basic fire equipment is the first line of defence against fire for many small businesses. A handy fire extinguisher and a working smoke alarm could mean the difference between ... More >>
Basic Fire Equipment Can Save Lives
Tuesday, 19 April 2005, 3:39 pm | Wormald
Wormald Media Release 19 April 2005 Basic Fire Equipment Can Save Lives Keeping basic fire equipment around the home could mean the difference between a small containable fire and total devastation. An addition to the trusty smoke alarm, fire extinguishers, ... More >>
Water Look-A-Like Fights Fire Without Damaging
Monday, 11 October 2004, 11:07 am | Wormald
(Photo: Cliff Mears Second in Command Auckland Fire Service is pictured with Chris Mak Technical Manager Wormald) More >>
New Water Look-A-Like Fights Fire Without Damage
Thursday, 7 October 2004, 9:19 am | Wormald
It looks like water, but dip your laptop or treasured photo album in a tank full of this liquid and it will come out dry. More >>
Make Sure Smoke Alarms Meet New Requirements
Monday, 16 February 2004, 10:17 am | Wormald
Auckland (February 2004) - The public is being urged to make sure the smoke alarms they are installing in new and renovated homes comply with recent changes to building laws. More >>
What Every Club Should Know About Fire Protection
Tuesday, 6 January 2004, 5:21 pm | Wormald
Sports Clubs, Working People's Clubs, RSA's and the like form an integral part of New Zealand's culture and history. Often they contain photographs, records, memorabilia that is irreplaceable and of historical significance. More >>
Property Owners Urged To Install Sprinkler Systems
Tuesday, 28 October 2003, 2:38 pm | Wormald
Auckland (October 28) - Commercial and industrial property owners are being urged to install "Drencher" sprinkler systems in their properties, following their success in containing a fire that started in Christchurch’s historic Wentworth ... More >>
Wormald FireProtection Wins SkyCity Hotel Contract
Wednesday, 27 August 2003, 10:50 am | Wormald
Auckland (August 27, 2003) - Leading fire safety solutions company Wormald Fire Protection, a business segment of Tyco Services Ltd., has won one of this year’s largest contracts for the installation of fire-safety equipment. More >>
Fire extinguisher trade-in programme extended
Wednesday, 26 February 2003, 3:49 pm | Wormald
Wormald and the Ministry for the Environment have extended their joint halon extinguisher programme to the end of April 2003 to help prevent further damage to the ozone layer and potential fatalities. More >>