At the Incheba Expo Bratislava exhibition grounds, on September 19–20, 2025, the Days of the Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic took place, bringing a rich program for the general public. One of its highlights was the attractive Rescue Contest…
Most Common Firestop Penetrations Mistakes – and How to Prevent Them
Firestop penetrations may seem inconspicuous, but they are a crucial element of passive fire protection. They protect what could make all the difference in a fire – time, escape routes, and valuable property. However, in practice, this area sees surprisingly many…
Working on Ladders: How to Do It Safely and in Compliance with Regulations
Working on ladders is a routine part of many professions — from construction and maintenance to administrative tasks (such as storage and archiving). Although it may seem like a simple activity, it carries risks that should not be underestimated. In this…
Fire Protection of Data Centers – Risks, Prevention, and Modern Solutions
Data centers form the core infrastructure of the digital society. As the demands for security and service availability grow, the importance of reliable fire protection of data centers becomes increasingly critical. Even a minor fire can lead to serious outages, data…
An Unforgettable Children’s Day at Fire Station HS5 in Petržalka
On June 14, 2025, we attended a special event celebrating Children’s Day at Fire Station HS5 in Petržalka. The weather was perfect — an ideal day for fun, exploration, and new experiences. The program was rich and excellently organized. Children enthusiastically tried…
Working at Heights and Occupational Safety: What Are the Employer’s Responsibilities?
Working at heights is one of the most hazardous activities in the workplace. Even a minor misstep can lead to serious consequences — falls from heights are among the most common causes of fatal occupational injuries. From an occupational health and…
3MON at eFleet Day 2025: New trends in electric mobility safety
eFleet Day 2025 is Slovakia’s largest conference on electric mobility in the corporate sector. This year’s event attracted a record number of almost 650 participants, over 40 electric vehicles, hundreds of test drives, and more than 20 experts on stage. 3MON…
New building law: What does it mean for fire protection specialists?
On April 1, 2025, a new building law, No. 25/2025 Z. z., will come into effect, fundamentally changing the rules in the field of construction. For fire protection specialists, it brings several key changes that affect documentation, permitting, and the actual…
Intervention in Hustopeče nad Bečvou: International cooperation in emergency response
On 28 February 2025, a large-scale fire was reported in the village of Hustopeče nad Bečvou in the Olomouc Region involving railway tankers carrying benzene. Due to the high danger of this chemical, a special fire alarm level was declared and…
Training for Colossus robot operators
Training for Colossus robot operators took place in February. We trained 20 new instructors to operate and train operators for the COLOSSUS electric firefighting robots by Shark Robotics. The training was divided into two days. Since it was instructor training, we went…