054/2021: Magnetic-mount beacons hazard
Various brands of emergency beacons that use magnetic mounts to temporarily fix to vehicle roofs are in use throughout the country.
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043/2021: Picric Acid found in old first aid kits
Action
Ensure all response personnel read this Alert. Situation
Do not handle this substance which is found in old first aid kits and is typically yellow. Ensure the building where the substance is found is isolated and evacuated. Notify New Zealand Defence Force ordnance disposal via NZ Police.
022/2021: ImpactPro Gas Detectors
Our current stock of ImpactPro gas detectors are coming due for their 6-monthly service.
013/2021: Level 2 structural firefighting gloves
Action
All operational personnel are to:
inspect their Level 2 gloves for wear and tear
check the fit of their gloves using the PPE Inspection and maintenance guide
complete SMS Task: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Quarterly Check.
R4-142/2020: Pre-exercise briefing – lines exercises/incident response
OIC/Crew Leader: Discuss this notice with all crews (Level 2).
081/2020: AS aluminium trussed 10.5 & 14m (464) ladder checks
Urgently check the circlip fasteners on the pawl arrester device on the AS aluminium trussed 10.5 & 14m (464) rescue ladders as detailed below.
R4-134/2020: Size Up and Risk Assessment
An incident occurred recently that highlighted the risks associated with failure to complete a full size up and risk assessment at each and every incident before commencing any response activities.
064/2020: Updated preparation for receiving helicopters at an MVA or other emergency scenes
This notice is to provide a reminder around preparing landing zones, and raising awareness around potential hazards, including fixed or unsecured objects that could become dislodged due to pressure from rotor wash.If you experience a near miss or accident from rotor wash, enter the event into Safe@Work
060/2020: Airbag In-Line Shutoff/Relief Valves
Action
Remove any in-line valves used for airbags that are not fitted with a relief valve and return them to your Region Equipment Coordinator. Note that the new Sava relief/shut-off valves are fitted with a bleed valve that must be closed when the airbag is inflated.
054/2020: Contaminated Garments
ActionCorrect procedure must be followed when returning contaminated garments to TotalCare for cleaning, repair or replacement. This National Safety Notice replaces National Notice 023/2016. Situation
The correct procedure when returning contaminated garments to TotalCare is detailed in the Uniform and PPE Equipment Manual N2 TM.