Making sure firefighters are safe on the road
The NSW Rural Fire Service is often called upon to manage traffic at emergency incidents. Here are the guidelines on best practice.
IMAGINE
Imagine you are a NSW Rural Fire Service fire fighter. How could you make things safer when working on or near a road?
Hey Firestormers!
Be aware of fire fighters that are working on or near roads.
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On hot and windy days, the fire service may declare a ban on all fires.
#1 FACT
Firefighters may have the extra hazard of working on roads near traffic.