013/2018: The use of Robinson helicopters
The Operational Leadership Team has banned the use of Robinson Helicopters by Fire and Emergency New Zealand.
The Operational Leadership Team has banned the use of Robinson Helicopters by Fire and Emergency New Zealand.
Recently a meeting took place between Fire and Emergency New Zealand and Powerco. Powerco are responsible for the power distribution lines for much of Region 2. Also in attendance were representatives from NZ Police and St John Ambulance.
This instruction is a notice for all Operational personnel to complete the mandatory Command and Control training.
Background
During the last two years as an Area we have been making changes across the Area in relation to “Raising the Bar”.
Ex-leased structural PPE on sale
Fire and Emergency New Zealand funds annual influenza vaccinations for all paid staff. Nurses contracted to Medpro Healthcare will provide this service as in previous years. Crews are invited to attend cluster stations on the dates and times below.
Guidance for personnel using AED pads
Our expectations for this fire season are to act on eight important recommendations out of the report from the Port Hills review. We will use these actions to improve how we plan, communicate and work together, and keep ourselves and the public safe.
A decision was made to check all rural fire supplied overalls and command vests, following the previous National Notice.
A decision has been made to check all rural fire supplied overalls and command vests, following previous National Notices.