SA Firefighter

Hi there all

Its a 1951 SWB Land Rover - location of were it was stationed is unknown as the vehicle was a basket case (due to the steel water tank rusting out)

Currently being totally rebuilt to the original plans.  If anyone can shed any light on where the vehicle was stationed it would be greatfully appreciated.

I have enclosed the initial pamphlet of the vehicle built by a Australian Land Rover agent based in Adelaide (Champions)





Within the CFS book - tried by fire there is a brief picture of the vehicle (I think) but there is no visall of the pump etc.

Many thanks

Wayne

Hi there

I have some pictures of some old appliances from SAMFS.





Thanks for looking

Wayne

Hi there all

As the Moderator of the site - I am passionate about preserving our Fire Fighting History, I have a vast collection of gear which branches out into collection Fire Engines.

I have always been passionate about the Land Rovers, and I purchased this vehicle in 2000 - from the Wellington area.

Its a 1958 Series I Land Rover Ex Woomera Emergency Services - done only 12000 miles.  Its fitted with a PTO driven 300 gallon per minute pump.

Its totally original except for the white paint - the original red colour is visable under some of the wear and tear marks.







Thanks for looking

Wayne

Hi there all

This new section is for historical CFS vehicles & equipment - please feel free to post pictures and information etc. 

If you have any problems please feel free to contact me.

Many thanks

Wayne
(firefighter_sa)

Hi there

Well Mike you get my vote of approval - if we could combine the expertise and the dollars - we would have a great new service.

Wayne

There is a standard for private fire appliances - as for how you police it - we do the following.

Prior to the start of the fire danger season we have a BBQ at the station and its publicly advertised throughout the Group.  At this social evening each vehicle is checked.

When I say the word check - its a safety thing, ensure the tank is secured to the vehicle, the pumps not rolling around the back of the vehicle wedged in a old tyre (If anyones been at a big rural incident before they know what I am talking about)

Its also strongly voiced during the meeting-BBQ they have to call the Group Base before heading to the fire ground (A T card is filled out and placed on the board) they are also told to let the Officer in Charge on the fire ground know they are at the fire ground - and to be tasked to a job.

Communications on the fire grounds is also explained - usually we dedicate a UHF channel or two if needed.

This is all explained at the meeting - the reasons why - and its also an insurance issue as well.

I must admit this is a rural setting with big national parks all around - big fire risks during the summer.  As for a setting in the Adelaide Hills for example - this is a little different?

I just would like to point out these little rural Firefighters do a mighty job and some times are underestimated on the fireground.

Thanks for reading

Wayne

Hi there

James - when you say combining all services I assume you mean similar to the American system (Fire - Hazmat - Ambo - Rescue)

There are private organization within Australia which us this system ("Olympic Dam Emergency Services" & "Woomera Emergency Services") and it seems to work well.

Its like all services it also has its problems - one major issue it trying to keep up the skills ,being proficient in all areas of Emergency Response.

I personally could see the "financial" benefits of combining small rural areas which have both SES & CFS - an on a important issue may stop some of the power plays within small communities.

Again just my views - some may understand, others will swear and curse.

Thanks for reading

Wayne

Hi there

What does the forum think of this article - true or false.




05 August 2005

Source: The Advertiser

COUNTRY Fire Service volunteers are ill-equipped to deal with a biological or radioactive terrorist attack, but have been told they would be called upon in such circumstances, the State Opposition says.

Liberal Emergency Services spokesman Angus Redford said yesterday it was "alarming" that CFS volunteers lacked sufficient training at a time of growing terrorism concerns.


However, the Government has rejected Mr Redford's claims, saying the Metropolitan Fire Service was the "lead agency" for chemical and biological responses and CFS volunteers had received "basic training" so they could recognise risks and call for more experienced personnel.

Mr Redford said the Jamestown CFS brigade had received a six-hour training session in dealing with chemical, biological and radiological (CBR) hazards and had been told it was "fully trained".

"The brigade volunteers were also informed that they could also be called on to assist in the aftermath of a CBR incident anywhere in Australia. These events could range from a minor chemical spill to a major terrorist attack using biological or even radioactive weapons."

But Emergency Services Minister Carmel Zollo said the MFS employed three full-time chemical and biological specialists and the CFS also had "fully trained specialists" in this area.

"CFS volunteers are provided with basic . . . training so that they can recognise potential risks, isolate those risks and then call for more experienced personnel to attend," she said.

The CFS said it had 346 trained hazardous-material operators, including a state HAZMAT brigade.

Hi there all

I have been sitting back viewing what is been written for some time now.

I am a CFS Volunteer within the upper rank structure (Group) as well as a full time Emergency Services worker-  and I understand the frustrations of the people whom have lost everything.

My biggest worry is for the future volunteers within the CFS - "Australia" relies heavily on the volunteer services and they do a mighty job -  

but this sort of negative publicity will have detrimental effects for the volunteer numbers within the current & future.

At the end of the Day - I agree there needs to be an inquiry.  No one can fix mistakes if they are not highlighted.

Again I stress I have seen the effects of the fires on the E/P and my thoughts and sympathy goes to those who have lost love ones & friends.

Thanks for looking

Wayne

Hi there all

I write a small section for a Land Rover Club based in SA (Adelaide) - Land Rover Heritage Society

We are only a new club but have attracted several members with Land Rover Fire Engines which are in various states of restoration.  We would love to hear about other Land Rover which may have been used within the fire service you may know about.

Attached is a link to web page: - after opening click on the "Fire Engine" section

http://users.chariot.net.au/~rjlee/public/

Many thanks for looking. 

Wayne

Hi there all.

For those whom are into restored or restoring fire fighting vehicles, give this short cut to the SAFER (South Australia Fire Equipment Restorer) site a try.

The site is only in its infancy but has a great potential for restorers of Fire Engine/Trucks.

http://forums.cjb.net/safer.html

Have a look

Wayne

Well I have sat back saying very little - nows the time.

Very difficult Mike to vote on. 

I have mixed views on the subject but I would like to see the brigades to still vote for there leaders,  but make it a minuim pre-request training level to be eligible for position.

eg (My suggestion only) a captain of a brigade should have minimum of 5-8 years service and level 1-3 with one specialized training fields (RCR,BA or Hazmat).

Just an idea to throw to the forum - obviously allot more fine tuning would be needed but a very controversial proposition.

Wayne

Goodtimes - thanks for the response.

This system is not new, I picked it up about 4 years ago when touring around New Zealand fire service with VFBA - and they have and Admin person in each of the busy brigades to deal with the paperwork etc and it seems to be working well - also the CFA is also using a simular system.

The only problems they were encountering was the person held no leadership on the fire ground (could give advise).  The leadership was all volunteer based -  a good thing I think.

Again thanks for the response

Wayne