about us
1st Defense was set up in 1997 as an offshoot of S.E.C. Fire Protection Ltd to deal with specialist aviation fire protection, aviation fire crew training and fire appliance engineering.

During July 2003 due to the increased insurance cost and travel time S.E.C. at Shepperton Studios was closed down. Its work and employees amalgamated with 1st Defense Fire & Rescue Services Ltd., which relocated to Dunsfold Park and now deals with Film and television fire protection, event fire protection, street wet downs, fire extinguisher sales and service and fire extinguisher training as well as the original aviation side. Our managing director Peter Edwards has more than 25 years experience in the industry. All of our firefighters are fully trained professionals.