Please note that the following items have been reproduced by kind permission of the NSW Fire Brigades. Some items have been removed due to confidential & security issues. |
5 August 2005 |
2005/17 |
The requirement and use of electrical jumper leads as standard inventory items on appliances has been reviewed and firefighters are no longer to use jumper leads to start appliances.
Modern appliances are now 24 volt and are fitted with state of the art electronic equipment. Incorrectly jump starting or using these appliances to jump start other 24/12 volt vehicles may result in damage to electrical circuits even though anti-zap jumper leads are used.
The majority of stations have been equipped with battery chargers to maintain appliance batteries. As stations receive new appliances, battery chargers are provided. Appliances are now fitted with high output or twin alternators to maintain the batteries and electrical system.
Anderson plugs are being fitted to appliances to avoid injury due to battery explosions and/or short circuits when jump starting. NSWFB maintenance personnel and maintenance contractors will have specifically set up jumper leads that will enable them to jump start appliances from their equipment if necessary.
All jumper leads are to be removed from appliances. The Fleet Operations Officer and Fleet Area Managers will be contacting stations to organise collection of jumper leads in the future. If appliances fail to start the normal reporting mechanisms apply as per In Orders 2003/20 Inspection and Testing of Fire Appliances .
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Contact Officer: |
GSA Fleet Officer Operations (02) 9742 7359 |
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Rural/Regional Fleet Area Managers: |
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Newcastle Ted Clarke 0418 644 155 |
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Port Macquarie Trevor Nickl 0408 025 672 |
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Wagga Wagga Alan Lepper 0428 260 458 |
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(This is to be read in conjunction with In Orders 2001/13 Direct Supply of General Stores to Fire Stations .)
The following item is now available from A E Baker and Co. using ESCAT. All stations are to note the following information immediately to include Trauma Bears in their Supply Catalogue.
Trauma bears are to be used only at any emergency situation in which a child might be distressed or injured.
Comforter
Information: Issued to all fire stations
Rules
Charge Against: 2502 General Consumables
Order Method: A E Baker Order Book All Areas
Order Method: ESCAT
Order Instructions: Use Supplier Part Number
Order Authorisation: Station Commander and Above
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Type |
Supplier |
S/Part No |
UOI |
Est Price |
Item |
Cat No |
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Trauma Bear |
AEB |
06354131 |
Each |
14.05 |
378B |
06625 |
AEB Baker A E and Co.
The Officer-in-Charge of a lock-up station should ensure that the nominated delivery address is a secure area for the receipt of goods ordered.
Contact Officer: Mick Delman, Supply Officer (02) 9742 7447
File Reference: SUP 00010C, SUP 00724
This instruction amends In Orders 2004/14, Basic Life Support training, Section 6, Training program .
All firefighters are required to maintain their Basic Life Support (BLS) skills by undertaking the relevant station training program topics every six months in accordance with all group A topics.
Firefighters who were trained in Basic Life Support (BLS) before 1 July 2004 are required to complete Station Training Program topics A3.1 and A3.2.
Firefighters who have been trained in BLS since 1 July 2004 are required to complete Station Training Program topic A3.3 which supports the updated resuscitation equipment.
The Station Training Program topic A3.3 is aligned with the BLS training program which has been delivered since 1 July 2004.
The training is delivered using a training kit that includes a DVD which leads participants through the training session in sections. Each section explains and demonstrates BLS knowledge and skills. Some sessions require demonstrations to be re-enacted by the participants using materials from the training kit.
On completion of Station Training Program topics A3.1 and A3.2 or A3.3, Station Commanders are to ensure the appropriate entries are made in training logbooks.
Each Zone will be provided with a BLS zone training kit. The kit contains:
a
Training DVD Player
a DVD, First Aid Refresher A3.3
a DVD remote control
AV leads (to connect DVD to television set)
a Resus Anni manikin
an adult Bag Valve Mask (BVM) with bacterial filter and resus mask
a child BVM with bacterial filter and resus mask
a set of Guedels airways
a Zoll AED Training Unit
Note: T his training AED cannot be used as an operational AED and must not be confused with the AED on the station appliance.
The BLS zone training kit is held at the Zone Office for Station Commanders to request when training falls due.
The training kit inventory must be checked when the kit arrives at the station and before it leaves the station.
For further information contact the Manager Recruit Training or the BLS Coordinator on (02) 9318 4313.
Contact Officer: Inspector Rob McNeil, Manager Recruit Training, (02) 9318 4305
File Reference: CHO/01865
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This rescinds In Order 2003/18 Changes to training and assessment program .
By agreement between the Department and the FBEU , Clause 13 of the Crown Employees (NSW Fire Brigades Firefighting Staff) Award 2005 will be amended to give effect to revised requirements for progression and promotion between the ranks Recruit Firefighter and Qualified Firefighter. The amended sub-clauses will read as follows:
Clause 13 - PROGRESSION AND PROMOTION PROVISIONS
Recruit Firefighter to Firefighter Level 1
13.3 Recruit Firefighters shall be on probation until they have progressed to Firefighter Level 1, or for a period of six months, whichever is the lesser. Progression from Recruit Firefighter to Firefighter Level 1 shall be subject to the satisfactory completion of Certificate 3 Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations) undertaken at the NSW Fire Brigades Training College.
Firefighter Level 1 to Firefighter Level 2
13.4 Progression to Firefighter Level 2 shall be subject to twenty four (24) months service from the date of commencement as a Recruit Firefighter and to the satisfactory completion of the training and/or training competencies specified, by the Commissioner on the advice of the Training Review Committee, for progression to Firefighter Level 2.
Firefighter Level 2 to Qualified Firefighter
13.5 Progression to Qualified Firefighter shall be subject to thirty six (36) months service from the date of commencement as a Recruit Firefighter and to the satisfactory completion of the training and/or training competencies specified, by the Commissioner on the advice of the Training Review Committee, for progression to Qualified Firefighter.
Qualified Firefighter to Senior Firefighter
13.7 Progression from Qualified Firefighter to Senior Firefighter shall be subject to a minimum of seventy two (72) months service from the date of commencement as a Recruit Firefighter and to the satisfactory completion of the training and/or training competencies specified, by the Commissioner on the advice of the Training Review Committee, for progression to Senior Firefighter.
Effective on and from 3 March 2006, employees will therefore be reclassified as
follows:
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Current rank |
New rank |
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Recruit Firefighter |
Recruit Firefighter |
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Firefighter Level 1 |
Firefighter Level 1 |
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Firefighter Level 2 |
Firefighter Level 1 |
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Firefighter Level 3 |
Firefighter Level 2 |
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Firefighter Level 4 |
Qualified Firefighter |
Whilst this new rank structure will not take effect until March 2006, the revised requirements for progression and promotion detailed herein will take effect immediately. It should be noted that firefighters from Recruit classes 1/02 to 8/02 (inclusive) are not required to satisfy these revised arrangements, and should instead complete their existing Qualified Firefighter program under the Australian Fire Competencies (AFC).
2002 Recruit Classes
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Class |
Eligible for Promotion to QF |
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1/02 |
25/01/06 |
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2/02 |
25/01/06 |
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3/02 |
03/03/06 |
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4/02 |
03/03/06 |
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5/02 |
03/03/06 |
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6/02 |
03/03/06 |
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7/02 |
03/03/06 |
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8/02 |
03/03/06 |
2003 Recruit Classes
Progression from Firefighter Level 2 to Qualified Firefighter
Firefighters from recruit classes 1/2003 to 8/2003 (inclusive) are already enrolled at OTEN and should complete the following AFC modules by 15 November 2005:
2.08
Detection and suppression systems
2.09 Building evacuation systems
2.10 Mechanical venting and air handling
In 2006, these firefighters will be required to complete the following units of competency and NSWFB topics:
PUATEA004A
Work effectively in a public safety organisation
PUACOM005A Foster a positive organisation image in the
community
PUAFIR314A Utilise installed fire safety systems
PUALAW001A Protect and preserve the incident scene
PUAFIR303A Suppress wildfire
Ventilation
Salvage and overhaul
Fire suppression 2
Upon successful completion of the units of competency listed above, members of 2003 Recruit Classes will be eligible to receive Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations).
2003 Recruit Classes
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Class |
Eligible for Promotion to QF |
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1/03 |
03/03/06 |
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2/03 |
07/03/06 |
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3/03 |
11/04/06 |
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4/03 |
27/06/06 |
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5/03 |
08/08/06 |
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6/03 |
17/10/06 |
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7/03 |
31/10/06 |
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8/03 |
28/11/06 |
2004 Recruit Classes, and onwards
Progression from Firefighter Level 1 to Firefighter Level 2
In order to satisfy the revised requirements for progression to the reclassified Firefighter Level 2 rank, firefighters from recruit class 1/2004 onwards are now required to complete the following NSWFB-delivered units of competency and NSWFB topics:
PUALAW001A
Protect and preserve the incident scene
Test and inspect equipment
Functions and operations
Driver training
Firefighters from recruit class 1/04 onwards will also be required to collect evidence towards:
PUACOM005A
Foster a positive organisation image in the community
PUAFIR303A Suppress wildfire
Regional Workplace Assessors will provide advice on the type of evidence required.
In addition, firefighters from recruit classes 1/2004 and 2/2004 (only) are required to successfully complete the Utilise installed fire safety systems assessment task.
Progression from Firefighter Level 2 to Qualified Firefighter
In order to satisfy the revised requirements for progression to Qualified Firefighter rank, Firefighters Level 2 will be required to complete the following NSWFB-delivered units of competency and NSWFB topics:
PUACOM005A
Foster a positive organisation image in the community
PUAFIR303A Suppress wildfire
Ventilation
Salvage and overhaul
Fire suppression 2
Further information on the revised requirements for progression and promotion from Recruit Firefighter to Qualified Firefighter is available from the Regional Workplace Assessor.
2004 Recruit Classes
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Class |
Eligible for promotion to QF |
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1/04 |
16/04/07 |
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2/04 |
09/07/07 |
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3/04 |
20/8/07 |
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4/04 |
12/11/07 |
Upon successful completion of the units of competency listed above participants will be eligible to receive Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations).
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Contact officers : |
Regional Workplace Assessor North,
9901 3539 |
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The 2006 Inspectors Promotional Program (IPP) pre entry test will be conducted over two days on Monday 6 and Tuesday 7 February 2006. The subjects of Administration, Technical and Incident Management will be examined on Monday 6 February and Leadership/Management (Charles Sturt University) will be examined on Tuesday 7 February 2006.
Entry to the IPP will be in accordance with Clause 13.11 of the Crown Employees (NSW Fire Brigades Firefighting Staff) Award 2005 .
Sixteen positions will be available on the 2006 IPP. Fourteen of these will come from the Pre Entry Test and two will be Country Inspector positions. Selection of all candidates will be determined by order of merit based on pre entry test marks.
Note: Country Inspector positions are subject to the provisions of the Guidelines for the allocation of unfilled Country Station Officer and Inspector positions , published in In Order 2003/8.
The pre entry test is divided into three categories and is weighted accordingly to provide the total pre entry test score of 100% as follows:
Administration and Technical subjects 40%
Incident Management 30%
Leadership/Management (Charles Sturt) 30%
Candidates will be eligible to elect to carry over their marks on one occasion only, if the time frame from one pre entry test to the next pre entry test is twelve months or less. Election to carry over marks is only from one Pre Entry Test to the following Pre Entry Test. Candidates who are eligible must complete the Election to carry over pre entry test marks form. This form must be returned to the Professional Development Unit no later than seven days prior to any pre entry test being conducted.
Station Officers who qualify to sit this pre entry test and have submitted an application which has been officially acknowledged are eligible to attend one of the Information Forums held to assist candidates in their preparation for the pre entry test. Details of these Information Forums will be mailed to candidates who have submitted and received acknowledgement of their application. These sessions will be available on video for the benefit of country candidates who are unable to attend due to their geographical location.
Applicants
must hold the rank of Station Officer Level 2 as of Monday 6 February 2006 and
comply with Sub Clause 14.8 in Clause 14. An Officer performing the duties of
an operational support position must complete the form titled Operational
Support Service Record and submit with their application.
Applications must be in report form and include:
· number, rank and name of the applicant
· platoon, station/section attached
· date of promotion to Station Officer
· contact details, work, home and email addresses
· current postal address (for test and program correspondence), and
· leave status (annual, long service, etc)
Applications to: IPP Coordinator, Professional Development Unit
State Training College Alexandria NSW 1435
Closing Date: Friday 31 December 2005
Contact Officer: Manager Professional Development Unit, (02) 9318 4302
File Reference: CHO/03004
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The following Firefighter has completed all the prerequisite modules and achieved competency in Level 2 Incident Control Systems (ICS) and will be promoted to the rank of Senior Firefighter as follows:
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Name |
Date of Promotion |
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7483 |
D Peters |
24 October 2001 |
Contact Officer: Senior Firefighter Bill Flegg, Professional Development Unit
(02) 9318 4842
File Reference: CHO/01918
OHS Advisor (Directorates), Clerk Grade 7/8
Position No: 740205. Location: Head Office, Elizabeth St . Permanent full-time. Total remuneration package valued to $77,963 pa including salary ($64,227 - $71,094) and employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
Duties: Provide OHS advice, support and information to Directorate managers and employees. Monitor OHS performance, assist with audits and support planning and decision making and make recommendations for OHS performance management.
Selection criteria: Sound knowledge and experience in the practical application of OHS and associated legislation, codes of practice and standards. Knowledge and experience in conducting workplace audits and accident investigations. Ability and experience in developing and implementing OHS risk management processes and conducting risk assessments. Well developed written, oral and interpersonal skills including the ability to deliver formal and informal presentations and training. Ability to work as a team member. Highly developed analytical and problem solving skills and sound judgement. Effective organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. Sound computer skills, including MS Office programs. Ability to travel throughout NSW. Common selection criteria also apply.
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Enquiries: |
Natalie Mitchell, (02) 9265 2642 |
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Information
packages: |
Ursula Arulappen, (02) 9265 2936 |
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Applications
to: |
Recruitment Officer, NSW Fire Brigades, PO Box A249, Sydney South NSW 1232 or online at www.jobs.nsw.gov.au . Electronic applications must be MS Word compatible |
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Closing date: |
26 August 2005 |
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File reference: |
CHO/02512 |
Relieving Supervisor, Sydney Communications Centre
Applications are invited from operational personnel holding the rank of Station Officer for Supervisor positions that are or may become available in the Sydney Communications Centre.
The appointment will be for a minimum period of two years. An eligibility list may be created for a period of six months for vacancies which may occur during this period. Appointment will involve an interview by a selection panel, and successful completion of a training course by the selected applicant. An information package must be obtained before submitting an application. The application form must be completed in full.
This position attracts an allowance of $249.40 per fortnight which is superable, plus relieving entitlements.
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Enquiries: |
Response Coordinator A, B, C or D, (02) 9318 4354 |
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Information packages: |
Roz Cedres, (02) 9318 4811 |
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Applications
to: |
Human Resources Manager Alexandria, NSW Fire Brigades, 189 Wyndham Street, Alexandria NSW 2015 |
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Closing date: |
16 September 2005 |
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File reference: |
CHO/01862 |
Applications are invited from operational personnel for the position of Senior Instructor Country , Operational Support Level 2, Zone West 7, Leeton.
An information package should be obtained before submitting an application. Applications must address all the selection criteria.
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Enquiries: |
Superintendent Col Holmes (02) 6953 6583 |
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Information Packages: |
Ms Julie O'Grady (02) 9318 4306 |
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Applications
to: |
Administration Manager, NSW Fire Brigades, PO Box 559, Alexandria NSW 1435 |
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Closing date: |
16 September 2005 |
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File Reference: |
CHO/05790 |
Applications are invited from operational personnel for the position of Information Technology Trainer, Operational Support Level 2, Head Office.
An information package should be obtained before submitting an application. Applications must address all the selection criteria.
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Enquiries: |
Mr Peter Skinner (02) 9265 2813 |
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Information Packages: |
Ms Julie O'Grady (02) 9318 4306 |
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Applications
to: |
Administration Manager, NSW Fire Brigades, PO Box 559, Alexandria NSW 1435 |
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Closing date: |
16 September 2005 |
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File Reference: |
CHO/01896 |
The following appointment is subject to the provisions of the Government and Related Employees Appeal Tribunal Act 1980. In some cases the maximum salary of the position may exceed the limit under which an appeal may be made to GREAT. The 21 day period for appeal commences on the date of this In Order.
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Position |
No. |
Name |
Date of Decision |
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Zone Commander, West 3 Katoomba |
5212 |
T Grant |
28/07/05 |
Reappointment
8058 P Vella was reappointed to NSW Fire Brigades at the rank of Firefighter Level 3 on 28 July 2005.
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Promotion date |
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5212 T Grant |
5 August 2005 |
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Anniversary date |
Promotion date |
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8207 D Hinchcliffe |
13 July 2005 |
13 July 2005 |
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8212 D Nelson |
13 July 2005 |
13 July 2005 |
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8214 M Wilson |
13 July 2005 |
13 July 2005 |
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Anniversary date |
Promotion date |
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8269 D Valentine |
25 January 2005 |
25 January 2005 |
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8315 D Graham |
17 May 2005 |
17 May 2005 |
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8344 J Niall |
12 July 2005 |
12 July 2005 |
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8346 K Melville |
12 July 2005 |
12 July 2005 |
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8348 H Wiles |
12 July 2005 |
12 July 2005 |
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8350 V McKellar |
12 July 2005 |
12 July 2005 |
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8351 D Hatton |
12 July 2005 |
12 July 2005 |
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8355 K McGregor |
12 July 2005 |
12 July 2005 |
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8356 P Cook |
12 July 2005 |
12 July 2005 |
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8358 M Stansfield |
12 July 2005 |
12 July 2005 |
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Anniversary date |
Promotion date |
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8492 J Mackay |
27 June 2005 |
27 June 2005 |
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8495 T Grose |
27 June 2005 |
27 June 2005 |
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8498 D Hanrahan |
27 June 2005 |
27 June 2005 |
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8522 J Reid |
27 June 2005 |
27 June 2005 |
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8543 R Keane |
27 June 2005 |
27 June 2005 |
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8566 A Jarratt |
8 August 2005 |
8 August 2005 |
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8567 J Dries |
8 August 2005 |
8 August 2005 |
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8569 J Buist |
8 August 2005 |
8 August 2005 |
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8573 W Reid |
8 August 2005 |
8 August 2005 |
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8575 A Duncan |
8 August 2005 |
8 August 2005 |
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8576 P Brewin |
8 August 2005 |
8 August 2005 |
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8578 C Dascolias |
8 August 2005 |
8 August 2005 |
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8579 L Moyes |
8 August 2005 |
8 August 2005 |
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8582 W Smith |
8 August 2005 |
8 August 2005 |
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8584 S Parkin |
8 August 2005 |
8 August 2005 |
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Anniversary date |
Promotion date |
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8722 A Whitton |
9 July 2005 |
9 July 2005 |
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8391 Firefighter |
M Pankowski |
31 July 2005 |
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6932 Station Officer |
V Hunter |
1 August 2005 |
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6005 Qualified Firefighter |
R Bowers |
21 July 2005 |
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3319 Senior Firefighter |
A Christensen |
28 July 2005 |
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3278 Superintendent |
P Casey |
29 July 2005 |
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3463 Station Officer |
T Sheedy |
29 July 2005 |
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5085 Qualified Firefighter |
W Robertson |
4 August 2005 |
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5673 Senior Firefighter |
M Snell |
4 August 2005 |
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5332 Senior Firefighter |
G Bennet |
4 August 2005 |
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D Aikman |
Thirroul |
1 July 2005 |
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S Jones |
Wellington |
15 July 2005 |
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T Macri |
Ulladulla |
15 July 2005 |
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A R O'Brien |
Terrigal |
15 July 2005 |
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T K Sawyer |
Coonabarabran |
15 July 2005 |
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D Wilson |
Walgett |
15 July 2005 |
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C J Folpp |
Tarro |
1 August 2005 |
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A W Lawrence |
Tenterfield |
1 August 2005 |
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D J Mastrofilippo |
New Lambton |
1 August 2005 |
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B D Milsom |
Coonabarabran |
1 August 2005 |
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G R Solomons |
Tarro |
1 August 2005 |
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T J Wilkes |
Macksville |
1 August 2005 |
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RETF A Armitage |
Wentworth Falls |
Woolgoolga |
1 August 2005 |
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RETF |
M R Priestly |
Parkes |
15 February 2005 |
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DEPTC |
R Bailey |
Mittagong |
16 June 2005 |
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RETF |
C Inwood |
Balgownie |
27 June 2005 |
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RETF |
W Dunstan |
Queanbeyan |
7 July 2005 |
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RETF |
K Philipsen |
Brunswick Heads |
7 July 2005 |
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RETF |
D McAuliffe |
Wagga Wagga |
10 July 2005 |
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RETF |
J U Rix |
Moree |
31 July 2005 |
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RETF |
K Wettern |
Henty |
15 June 2005 |
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RETF |
R Hughes |
Goulburn |
1 July 2005 |
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RETF |
J Fuller |
Helensburgh |
5 July 2005 |
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DEPTC |
R Michielin |
Unanderra |
5 July 2005 |
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RETF K Wettern |
Henty |
16 June 2005 |
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RETF R Hughes |
Goulburn |
2 July 2005 |
Greg Mullins AFSM
Commissioner
5 August 2005