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Country Fire Service / Re: New CFS pumpers
« on: May 19, 2010, 02:22:00 PM »
I wasnt informed of the specs of the pump, however i was under the impression that it would be a higher capacity than a 14.
I have my suspicions that it may be similar to the CFA light pumpers. (2inlets 2outlets dont like storz myself though...)
http://www.cfaconnect.net.au/index.php?option=com_joomgallery&func=viewcategory&catid=516&Itemid=11

Numbers, i would have to agree with your "rumour" after seeing some of the filtered that the CFS has commisioned over the past few years. At least the village pumpers are built by a fire service rather than a company that contracts small portions of their work to build fire trucks they know nothing about...

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Country Fire Service / Re: New CFS pumpers
« on: May 15, 2010, 04:30:26 PM »
Rumour has it (from a pretty reliable source) That there are a couple of "village pumpers", built by the Tasmanian Fire Service, ordered by the CFS as prototypes for trialling (similar process to the two QRVs from CFA which were used in the tour down under). They were due last november but are yet to be seen. They would be based on a canter type (could be a hino) chassis, dual cab and probably 4wd to allow for some rural use. They would have a 1000lt capacity and a large (undisclosed capacity) pump.
I believe the idea is that brigades in rural areas but with significant town-based assets (large schools, hospitals, etc.) would be the target recipients, as the pumper would aid in structure type incidents while it would have similar (note i said similar and not identical) capabilities to the CFS 14s of similar size in a rural incident.
As i said this information came from a VERY reliable source (no name as per forum rules, so dont bother asking) but i havent heard any new developments for several weeks.
Cheers

BTW i like the look of that CFA light pumper 'cept for the shortage of BA sets...

edit: typo

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Country Fire Service / Re: Grass fires from the crew deck
« on: October 09, 2008, 08:49:55 PM »
wow that mad rabbit sounds like something sparks and wildfire might use? :-P

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Country Fire Service / Re: Grass fires from the crew deck
« on: October 09, 2008, 08:47:10 PM »
Not everyone needs a specific hills/forest or grass/crop design. Our area includes everything from level grasslands and crops to hills so steep you can hardly drag a hose up. We have the older build 34p (2005? build) and this appliance suits us perfectly.

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SA Firefighter General / Re: Ammusing pager message.
« on: September 14, 2008, 06:45:12 PM »
1925595   01:49:48   14-09-08   P181 VANILLA SLICE.... NO WAIT... CHOC ELCAIRE...NO WAIT... APPLE TURN OVER.... NO WAIT... CARROT CAKE... SAAS Prospect


Hungry anyone???

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Country Fire Service / Re: CFS STC
« on: June 05, 2008, 10:28:57 PM »
i dont have a problem, just not everyone there on the day was asked. remember the ba course wasnt the only course on that weekend...

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Country Fire Service / Re: CFS STC
« on: June 02, 2008, 09:31:30 PM »
Not everyone, im in that

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Resellers & Suppliers / Re: level one (BFF1) gloves
« on: May 25, 2008, 09:27:36 AM »
Firstly, your rescue gloves should not discolour your hands, as you should be wearing a liner nitrile, etc. glove underneath.

I have found the green gloves ok, yes they get a little slimy but it hasnt really affected me so far. As for the colour, the gloves are nearly 4 years old and still make my hands green when they get wet. To pass of the green hands just tell people you're turning into the incredible hulk!!!  :-D

Edit: Typo

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All Equipment discussion / Re: Whats in your pockets?
« on: May 25, 2008, 09:08:19 AM »
Only three peolpe have a key to our equipment cupboard, our equip. officer, her husband and our captain.

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SA Firefighter General / Re: Ammusing pager message.
« on: May 25, 2008, 09:00:45 AM »
24/05/08 3:55:36 PM Birdwood For fellow farm dayers truck leaving station at 0915 sharp please be here a bit before to be ready. from the nearly 21 year old BTO. LITTLE JASON. P.S don't forget my party tonight

I Have to admit, my captain sent this on behalf of me. (it wasnt my idea!)

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All Equipment discussion / Re: Whats in your pockets?
« on: May 18, 2008, 09:54:37 PM »
as with bittenyakka, i only have one set of wildfire gloves (something else to get out of the equip. officer) and they live in my lvl1 gear

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All Equipment discussion / Re: Appliance Manufacturers
« on: May 18, 2008, 08:17:32 PM »
The Ultimate Book of Fire Engines and Firefighting - By Neil Wallington
Its a great book on fire fighting evolution from bucket chains to now. Also has a comprehensive listing of appliance manufacturers from around the world.
I think theres only two or three manufacturers mentioned by SA Firey that arent in the book. I got mine for about $40 from angus and robertson...

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All Equipment discussion / Re: PBi at MVAs
« on: May 18, 2008, 07:38:46 PM »
Quote
[ PERSONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING ROLL-OUT ]
By: Sandy Paterson, Manager Vehicles and Equipment

In early 2006, the Country
Fire Service (CFS)
received funding to roll
out the new PBI Gold
structural firefighting
garments and to provide
wildland garments to replace
older style clothing that is no
longer fit for purpose.
By the end of July 2006,
more than 1,400 sets of
structural garments and
494 sets of wildland garments had
been received and distributed to
brigades, with some additional
garments still to be delivered.
Also being delivered are 1,500
flash hoods to complement the
structural garments.
Delivery of these items will result
in every currently competent CABA
wearer being issued with the latest
quality protective clothing to
improve fire fighter safety.
Standards for PPE
This table provides a quick guide to
assist in determining what may be
used in various circumstances.
All PPE used in CFS must be
certified as compliant with the
appropriate standard.

STANDARD ITEM MAY BE USED IN
AS1801 Type 3 Wildland Helmet All areas except internal
structural firefighting
AS2161.6 Type 1 Wildland Glove Wildland firefighting
AS2161.6 Type 2 or 3 Structural Glove All areas
AS4067 Structural Helmet All areas
AS4821 Type 1 Wildland Boot Wildland firefighting (Includes
Taipan elastic sided boot)
AS4821 Type 2 Structural Boot All areas
AS4824 Wildland Garment All areas except internal
structural firefighting
EN467 Structural Garment All areas except Wildland
firefighting (Lion PBI Gold)

This is from the "Volunteer" Magazine, Vol 115 - September 2006

I thought i remembered reading something about this, previous issues of the volunteer are available for download from the cfs website.

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SACFS Vintage Appliances / Re: Locations of SACFS/SAMFS Vintage Appliances
« on: May 18, 2008, 06:58:02 PM »
Quote from: firefighter_sa on October 02, 2007, 04:22:55 AM


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LandRover Ex Gumaracha Car 1.....one for you Wayne needs a lot of work

I have heard they wanted to give this vehicle to some one whom was going to restore it - do you have any contacts at Birdwood we could spreak to?.  Also within your collection do you have any pictures of "Ex Gumaracha Car 1"

Many thanks

Wayne

I can get in touch with someone at the museum if you'd like. Im with Birdwood Brigade...

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All Equipment discussion / Re: Whats in your pockets?
« on: May 18, 2008, 06:01:26 PM »
Sorry its in my bag with PBI gear (no hooks or hanging it our station) coz it has to go before the rest of the gear
In my other bag is spare socks, gloves and a hat

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All Equipment discussion / Re: Whats in your pockets?
« on: May 18, 2008, 05:34:53 PM »
Helmet:
BR5 - Mounted Torch
Structure - (working on getting another torch out of equip. officer)

Proban Coat:
Wildfire Gloves
RCR Gloves
Nitrile Gloves (Several)
Pocket Knife (leatherman style with all sorts of useful bits)
Safety Glasses - Yellow
Spare Hanky - For cold mornings
Cloth Nappy - Summer only
Loose change (useful for firecover at community events)

PBI Coat:
Structure Gloves

Proban Pants:
Goggles
Notebook
A couple of pens

PBI Pants:
Nothing

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