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Aviation fire response put to the test

Members from Hume Group have attended a joint training session with Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) to test interoperability for an incident at Melbourne Airport.

10 Oct 2024 Operational Information Training and Recruitment

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New BA exchange process

CFA recently appointed a project manager to implement a statewide breathing apparatus (BA) cylinder exchange process.

10 Oct 2024 Operational Information

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World-first fire aviation simulator launched

CFA has created a world-first mixed reality fire aviation simulator which will improve the training and skills of hundreds of the state’s eyes in the sky.

9 Oct 2024 Partnerships Training and Recruitment Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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CFA's smallest firefighting appliance?

If Upper Beaconsfield brigade’s trucks are all out fighting fires, and a fire breaks out near the fire station or at a local commercial building, they can still respond thanks to a hand-drawn tr ...

9 Oct 2024 Community Safety Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Awards for three inspirational CFA women

The Australasian Women in Emergencies Network Awards honour inspirational women who make a significant difference in emergency management and disaster resilience across Australia, New Zealand, and the ...

9 Oct 2024 Honours and Awards

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New Training Governance Policy launched

We are pleased to announce the launch of the Training Governance Policy, a key initiative designed to enhance the quality, consistency and governance of all training across CFA.

9 Oct 2024 Training and Recruitment

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Staff profile: Juanita Clifford

This month's Training staff profile features Juanita Clifford, a Business Coordinator for VEMTC.

8 Oct 2024 People Training and Recruitment

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Have your say: Instructor Credentials and Selection and Recognised Practitioner procedures

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving the quality and consistency of training across CFA, we are excited to share two draft procedures for feedback.

8 Oct 2024 Training and Recruitment

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CFA medical provider name change

Injurynet is changing its name to MAX Health, but while their name will change, the service they provide to CFA will remain the same.

8 Oct 2024 Health and Safety

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Planning your Santa Runs and summer activities

If you are planning a summer community event in your brigade, such as a Santa Run or fundraising activity, it is essential to ensure that children and young people are safe and welcome at your event.

8 Oct 2024 Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers Youth and Juniors

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Wangaratta training campus celebrates 40 years

One of CFA’s eight training facilities used by firefighters celebrated its 40th anniversary with members and families on the weekend.

8 Oct 2024 Community Safety Events / Fundraising / Offers People

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AFSM: final weeks to get your nomination in

There's still time to nominate a CFA member for the Australian Fire Service Medal (AFSM) as part of the 2025 King's Birthday honours, with nominations for this round closing 1 November.

7 Oct 2024 Honours and Awards

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Faces of CFA - Lesley Forman

What binds CFA members is the common goal to protect lives and property. But they are a diverse bunch – every member has a story and Faces of CFA introduces you to just some of those stories.

7 Oct 2024 People

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Steptember 2024 Team Challenge success

2024 saw a record number of teams participate in the Steptember Team Challenge.

7 Oct 2024 Health and Safety People

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Prepare your property ahead of increased fire risk

CFA is urging residents to prepare their properties ahead of the fire danger period, with parts of Victoria facing an early start to fire season.

7 Oct 2024 Community Safety Health and Safety People

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Firefighter Games a highlight in Swan Reach

More than 70 brigade members recently gathered in Swan Reach to compete in CFA’s District 11 Firefighter Games.

4 Oct 2024 Events / Fundraising / Offers People Training and Recruitment

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Works begin on new Pyalong Fire Station

Construction has commenced on a new, modern fire station for the Pyalong Fire Brigade, with the official turning of the sod marking the momentous occasion this week.

3 Oct 2024 Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Romsey brigade receives keys to its new tanker

Romsey Fire Brigade has welcomed a new medium tanker into its engine bay and celebrated the official handover with members and dignitaries.

3 Oct 2024 Events / Fundraising / Offers Vehicles / Equipment / Buildings

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Multiple CFA crews unite to combat major house fire in Selby

CFA crews from 10 brigades joined forces last week to battle a significant house fire in Selby.

2 Oct 2024 Community Safety Incidents - Structure People

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Exclusive webinars for National Safe Work Month

National Safe Work Month is here and CFA is hosting three exclusive webinars, which are open to all members.

2 Oct 2024 Health and Safety

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CFA warn hefty penalties loom for escaped burn-offs

CFA is urging Victorians to take extra precautions while burning-off ahead of the Fire Danger Period (FDP) to avoid penalties and unnecessary use of emergency services resources.

2 Oct 2024 Community Safety

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Importance of preparation one year on from Briagolong

CFA is urging Victorians to begin their property preparation early, as this week marks the one-year anniversary of the large bushfires that broke out in Briagolong, Rawson and Loch Sport.

1 Oct 2024 Environment Community Safety Incidents - Bushfire

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Pocketbook App pilot begins

CFA has started the Pocketbook app pilot with selected brigades to test the functions and features of the app.

1 Oct 2024 Operational Information

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September 2024 Training Update

Acting DCO David Maxwell covers fireline leadership courses, the new online instructor availability tool, language, literacy and numeracy activities and the new General Firefighter course in the lates ...

1 Oct 2024 Training and Recruitment

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