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Well thats cleared a bit of that up, thought it would be of the CFS, bit unfair on those that have to move etc.  As for not enough staff, how were all the 10, 20, 30 year medals done.
As I understand it the National medal is awarded after 15 years diligent service, it concerns me that it then gets left to a couple of volunteers in a brigade to grant it.  Surely there is a way this can be flagged on TAS some how at least.  We are always looking at why we can't keep members and awards are a good way of recognising their committment.
I do have to admit my interest here, I was awarded the national medal last year after 23 years active service.  I really don't want to see other having to wait so long.

Cheers

The other evening a couple of our members were discussing life membership and what qualifies you for this.  The big discrepancy seemed to be, who you get life membership of.  Is it the brigade or is it the Country Fire Service.
Whilst on this topic why does it still fall to the brigades to nominate people for the National medal, considering we now have TAS can't that be an automatic thing.
Would be very interested on other peoples thoughts about this and a direction to written proof for the first one if that exists.

Cheers

   MFS: *CFSRES INC118 19/02/11 22:07,RESPOND Assist SAAS,GOLDEN (THE) WAY,GOLDEN GROVE MAP 72 H 16 TG182,ELDERLY PERSON WITH FINGER STUCK IN BOWL,ING BALL AT VILLAGE BOWL,SAL329   :lol:

Think I've heard it all now

The big beef I have with the SFEC's is first aid.  I believe every member of the CFS should be trained in this, stuff the SFEC.  We regularly enter Hazardous situations and the very real potention is that we may go in without a first aider.  How many work sites would allow this.  These courses are not that expensive, and considering the service we provide to the community and the money we save the government, its about time it was funded fully.
"End Rant"

Quote from: Fire000 on November 29, 2010, 08:34:10 PM
29-11-10 19:27:12 LYNDOCH 24 TO REMAIN ON SCENE TONIGHT FOLLOWING AN OPERATIONAL INCIDENT. TO BE RECOVERED TOMORROW MORNING 0900. MEMBERS RETURNED SAFE. ********* *********** - CFS Barossa Officers Info


Anyone know what happened? Hope it was nothing too serious, glad to see the crew were returned safe.

Have got a lot more of the story now.
2 trucks were working a flank down a hill towards a fire track they could see from the top.  What they couldn't see was the 1 metre vertical drop from the paddock onto the track.
They attempted to turn the trucks and drive across the slope to a point where access could be obtained, however the slope turned out to be greater than anticipated and the decision was made to abandon the trucks (and avoid a rollover) until extra help could be obtained.
That came in the form of a tractor this morning, so as they say in the fairy tails they all lived happily ever after, except the drivers who will cop a ribbing for a long time yet. :lol:

Haven't had a chance to catch up with anyone who attended as yet, but believe they got themselves into a spot of bother on a very steep slope, don't know if they were pointing down hill or sideways.  The only comment I have heard is don't sneeze in the area.  Also they were not alone (thats all I'll say on that) :evil:

Off topic slightly, has anyone heard of a 'village pumper'.  What is it how big etc.  At our last group meeting we were led to believe Birdwood would be getting one sometime in the next 18 mths.
On other news Barossa group is finally getting a tanker, 13000 litre at that, in the next couple of weeks.  It's been a good year out here for new vehicles. :-D

17-10-10 19:09:31    Northern barossa Group pre fire season meeting on Tuesday the 19 at nuri station officers and seniors please attend. from Ang captain. Any Q's ph.  - CFS Angaston Info

This group name change should make life interesting as 1 of their neighbouring groups is Barossa Group

http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/south-australia/cfs-chief-quits-to-lead-cfa/story-e6frea83-1225932541177

A link to the story on Adelaide now confirming his move.  It is a sad day to see him go, a well respected leader, his shoes will be difficult to fill.
Always enjoyed the look on new firies faces after they were told who he was, after shaking his hand whilst at a staging area or similar of a large fire.
Thanks Euan, best of luck in Victoria.

   09:55:03   09-05-10   MFS: *CFSRES INC027 09/05/10 09:54,RESPOND Private Alarm,27 EDWARD ST,TANUNDA MAP 0 0 0 TG179,SMOKE DETECTOR, ELDERLY RESIDENT IN ATTE,NDANCE,TAN631 MFS Tanunda Response

   09:58:13   09-05-10   MFS: TANUNDA MFS **STOP CALL** FOR PRIVATE ALARM, RESIDENT HAS DISCOVERED KETTLE BOILING, NOT FIRE ALARM SOUNDING MFS Tanunda Response  :lol: :lol: :lol:

I would like to add another question here too regarding stop calls.  I am of the understanding from recent discussions in our group that, if you receive a stop call therefore not arriving at an incident, you did not attend this incident as far as the records go.  This would have a roll on effect towards both your SFC and general funding.  Does someone know if this is correct.

As for an answer on the original question Baxter posed it is my understanding that roll falls on the OIC, but I have seen it ignored, miss heard and overturned :evil:

Cheers and safe Easter to all

Always love these  :-D

1909026   21:23:35   29-03-10   Testing New Pagers Call station if you don't receive this!!!! CFS Woodside Info

Quote from: allouthere on February 14, 2010, 10:51:35 PM

Quote from: fyreman_16 on February 14, 2010, 07:03:51 PM
19:39:55 14-02-10 MFS: CFSRES INC082 14/02/10 19:37,RESPOND GRASS FIRE,CLONLEA PARK,MURRAY RD,WILLASTON MAP 23 M 2 TG182,ENTER MURRAY STREET,CONC00 CFS Concordia Response

19:49:15 14-02-10 CONC: *CFSRES: CONCORDIA CFS RESPONDING TO INCIDENT 14-02-10 19:46 CFS Concordia Response

20:19:44 14-02-10 MFS: CFSRES INC086 14/02/10 20:16,RESPOND Tree Down,RIGHT BY THE PHONE BOX ON ROSEDALE RD,ROSEDALE MAP 321 H 8 TG096,TREE ON CARAVAN. DIA 30CM. CALLER MANION, - 8524 9132. P3.,CONC00 CFS Concordia Response


What would they do here seeing that it is fairly large fire they are attending and they only have one truck?

lyndoch still had 34P being crewed up for a response to gawler so maybe they would have sent them inplace of concordia as the fire was a higher priority

Lyndoch 34p were being sent for asset protection.
It would appear it didn't get seen to yesterday, otherwise there would be no need for this page.

MFS: CFSRES INC055 15/02/10 15:22,RESPOND Tree Down,LOT 32 ROSEDALE RD,ROSEDALE MAP 321 H 8 TG096,PH MRS MANION ON 85249 132 RE BRANCH DOW,N ON CARAVAN APPROX 150MM DIAM P3,CONC00 CFS Concordia Response
All done now thou.

Quote from: Zippy on January 25, 2010, 07:00:52 AM
MFS: *CFSRES INC014 25/01/10 08:14,RESPOND RCR,3 CARS & TREE OVER ROAD FORRESTON RD,FORRESTON MAP 77 Q 7 TG098,BETWEEN FORRESTON & WARREN RD,WLLM19 FORR00


Ouch!!!

Turned out to nothing much really,which is a great relief after the last nasty one out that way.  Small tree down on rd 3 cars with some panel work needed.

True about the extra coverage, Williamstown did a COQ to Tanunda CFS. Shortly after Tanunda trucks getting home they had a fully involved shed fire that all 3 attended.

Cheers David

Thanks for the link to that Darius, it is quite a good survey, can only hope it gets some good answers. Mind you it does take some politicians into new areas eg a straight forward yes or no answer without the spin  :evil: 
Well done to Wendy and the CFSVA

Heard Wendy from the CFSVA on 891 the other morning, discussing things such as lack of funding over all, inadequate money for training and lack of staff to do this, and a general feeling that the cfs volunteers are not being looked after properly.  They have also sent out a survey to all politicians addressing the many issues faced by the cfs.  Would love to see that and would love even more to see some of the answers assuming they don't just get filed in the basket next to the desk.

About 10 mins later the emergency services minister was on the radio telling us all how much extra the govt has spent on the emergency services, such as the big budget for aireal support, the 1m extra for appliances etc, but don't remember him actually address the training issue or staffing levels.

Would be interested to hear if anyone else heard this and has more details.

Cheers David

Quote from: Alan J on November 12, 2009, 11:41:00 AM
12:45:29 12-11-09 CFS: SIG INC: FYI: AIR EXCLUSION ZONE DECLARED AROUND PASKEVILLE FIRE UNTIL NOVEMBER 17TH 

must be some hay stack fire!!

According to Adelaidenow about 20,000 bales or $3.5m worth.

Important info for all Emergency workers

Material Safety Data Sheet
Date of issue :- 08/08/09

MANUFACTURER'S OR SUPPLIERS DETAILS
Company :- Coopers Brewery
Address :- 69 Lipsmacking Rd Anywhere 5999
Telephone:- 85550069
Emergency Number :- 000

IDENTIFICATION
Product Name :- Coopers Pale Ale
Other Names :- Beer, mothers milk, piss, amber fluid, ale, lager, tonsil varnish.
Manufacturers Code :- Number 1.
UN Number :- Geneva 0055 041042043
Dangerous Goods Class :- 8 will damage living tissue.
Poison Schedule :- Only if taken internally

USE
Taken internally, usually by mouth.

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION AND PROPERTIES
Appearance :- Bitter, cloudy, viscous liquid. Does not mix with water.
Boiling Point  :- 6 bottles
Melting Point :- 12 bottles.
Flash Point :- Arrival of partner.
Lower Explosive Limit :- 6 bottles plus pizza
Upper Explosive Limit :- 12 bottles plus pizza followed by reverse order.
Soluble in Water :- Sacrilege

INGREDENTS
Hops, barley malt, sugar and a splash of H2O

HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects :-
   Acute
Swallowed – tongue can become furry. Can result in nausea & vomiting but don't let this faze you.
Eye – always keep on your drink.
Skin – don't wash in it but alright to wash hair.
Inhaled – best to drink it.
   Chronic
Bloodshot eyes, red nose, continuous farting followed by kidney failure and eventually a glorious death.
First Aid :- Drink lying down, not so far to fall..
Advice to Doctors :- Stop drinking.

PRECAUTION FOR USE
Exposure Standards :- No more than a couple a day.
Engineering Controls :- Glass is best.
Personal Protection :- Condoms make no difference.
Storage & Transport :- Best stored within body but leave transport to others.
Spills & Disposal :- Avoid spills at all costs and only dispose against wall/tree.
Fire Hazard :- Excessive consumption can lead to fart lighting contests.
Driving Safety :- Remain in passenger seat. 

I think there will definately be the need for an additional station plus 2 units at the current Gawler station.  This plan goes side by side with a development that Delfin have for the north east of Gawler, from the Gawler - One Tree Hill Rd across to Kalbeeba. 
Alternatively I'm sure Concordia wouldn't say no to a pumper :-D (they may need a bigger station thou), with all the people moving in recuiting shouldn't be a hassle either.

Now I know this isn't a pager message, it was taken from the 'AdelaideNow' site, but I didn't want to start a new thread just for this;

"Queensland Fire and Rescue Service director of rural operations Tony Adcock said about 500 firefighters, 80 per cent of whom were volunteers, were currently battling 50 fires across the state.
"We're getting to the point where firefighters are getting very tired and have used up their available time," he said."

Surely he's got the figures wrong, thats only 10 firies per fire, we send more to a car fire half the time :?

Quote from: Dusty on June 03, 2009, 09:49:56 AM
When we were going to have a burn off it was in school time, are cadets allowed to go and help?

Not if your Dad knows about it and now that I do ..... :-D :-D

Another qualification that won't hurt is in the area of Volunteer management, and to get into DEH other than as a seasonal firie you'll need a degree in Natural resources or similar, available through TAFE at Urbrae.
Good Luck you'll need it. :evil:

There was a BRT (sorry didn't see the number, it was getting dark and I was more focussed on getting coffee  :-D) at the staging area when we arrived at 8pm ish at One Tree Hill. 
Didn't see it on the fire ground but would assume it wasn't just doing a spot of sight seeing.  There were a couple of houses out near the main road that did have asset protection applied to them, so they were possible there.

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