This article is a guide to using private farm fire fighting units at fires in Australia. In 2001 a firefighter was killed in Victoria as a result of a farmer using a tractor and plough at a fire. This should have never happened and as a result, changed the way […]
Firefighting
Preparing for Fire Season and Grass Fires in Australia
Firstly, grassland covers a large area of the Australian countryside. Therefore, preparing for fire season and grass fires in Australia are critical. Furthermore, these area’s range from large open areas used for grassing to pasture and cropping land. Every summer Australians have come to expect that some of the […]
Is Fire Fighting Foam Hazardous
I’m sitting watching television and a segment came on about the potential hazards of fire fighting foam. It seems like a good opportunity to research and find out a little more information on hazards to firefighters and the community. The publicity has certainly been quite negative in Australia over recent […]
Airport Firefighter Duties and Responsibilities
Airport firefighter duties and responsibilities are many. They have been keeping us safe while travelling by air for a long time. Air travel seems to be increasing and from the Statista website, there has been an increase in patronage of approximately 7% each year from 2006 until 2019. Therefore it […]