The Worshipful Company of Firefighters
Promoting the development and advancement of firefighting, fire prevention, life safety, and the exchange of knowledge across the profession.
We are proud to support the traditions of the City of London while fostering fellowship, professional excellence, and service within the fire and safety community.
The prime objective of the Worshipful Company of Firefighters is to promote the development and advancement of the science, art, and practice of firefighting, fire prevention, and life safety.
The Company also encourages good professional conduct and the exchange of knowledge between Members of the Company and others working in allied fields. In addition, it maintains the traditions and customs of the City of London and supports the Lord Mayor and Aldermen in matters relevant to the life and dignity of the City.
Holiday caravan accommodation presents unique fire safety challenges, particularly where sleeping guests may be unfamiliar with their surroundings.
The guide provides practical recommendations on carrying out fire risk assessments, reducing fire hazards, providing effective means of escape, installing and maintaining smoke alarms, and communicating fire safety infor…
Common Hall 2026
The Worshipful Company of Firefighters Common Hall was held on Friday 3rd July 2026 in St Mary-Le-Bow Church, City of London. This is the occasion when we bear witness to the sworn Declarations of the incoming Master an…
The St Florian's Installation Banquet
St Florian is the patron saint of Fire Fighters who extinguished a fire with a single bucket of water. The St Florian's Banquet is to celebrate St Florian and to congratulate our new Master after progressing to the role of being the 37th Master of the Worshipful Company of Firefighters. We hope that you can join us at this prestigious event. Your table is waiting.
On this day
4 October 1992 · Bijlmermeer, Amsterdam, Netherlands · Aviation
El Al Flight 1862 lost two engines and crashed into an apartment complex in Amsterdam. The four people aboard and 39 people on the ground were killed, and the accident led to changes in aircraft design and emergency planning.
Registered charity 1182241
Closely associated with, but operating as a separate entity from the Worshipful Company of Firefighters, the Charitable Trust has ten Trustees who are responsible for all aspects of its operation and are all members of the Worshipful Company.
The Charitable Trust recognises that the world of the fire industry and the Fire and Rescue Service is changing at a considerable pace. It will shortly review its current core charities and consider what more can be done in the youth and young persons sector, supporting responsible and good citizenship for future generations.
If you are interested in joining, or would simply like to learn more about membership, we would be pleased to hear from you.
The Membership Committee can provide further guidance on eligibility, the different routes to admission, and the steps involved in making an application.
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