Weekly Newsletter - 16th February 2022
Operations
Roster
Starting Saturday
Date: 19th February - 25th February
- First Call: Crew C
- Second Call: Crew B
Incidents
Bailup Rd Firewatch, 15th Feb
Received late night call for a crew member to assist Wooroloo BFB with a firewatch. Lightning struck a large tree on Bailup Rd which was unable to be extinguished with available appliances. Crews provided a firewatch until a feeling team was able to make the area safe in the morning.
Attended by: John R.
DBCA Seasonal Crew Openings
The Perth Hills District Fire Coordinator has indicated that they are currently seeing a significant shortfall in crew numbers, and are looking for new people that are interested in applying for a position for the remainder of this season. Contracts are for up to 6 months, with positions likely available in all work areas. Successful applicants would be in a good position for reemployment in the 2022/23 seasonal intake.
Anyone interested in applying for should email Richard Reid at DBCA.
Substantial Rain, 14th Feb
Sawyers Valley and Mt Helena received a significant fall of rain over a short period of time on Monday the 14th. Over 30mm of rain was recorded, falling in under an hour. Such heavy rain will reduce the potential for bushfire in the local area for a period, however it should be noted that no rain fell in nearby areas, including much of the Shire. Therefore the potential for bushfire remains within the Shire and across the wider metro area, and the season is far from over.
Updates
Circulars and SOPs
No updates.
Mundaring Fire School
DFES have highlighted a coupe of courses that are currently scheduled that have allow sigh-up numbers;
- Workplace Trainer Assessor - 5th, 6th, and 12th of March at WAFES Academy
- Provide First Aid - 12th of March at WAFES Academy
If you are interested in either of these courses they are available for sign-up in eAcademy. Alternatively contact Ben M. or Adrian.
Administration
SoM Annual Volunteer Family Event
This year’s Event will be held at Harry Riseborough Oval, Hartung Street Mundaring on Saturday 12th March 2022 commencing at 1700 hours, and is open to all volunteers and their families.
The format will be along similar lines as previous years with the tug-of-war between Brigades, State Emergency Service and all other challengers for the Fire & Emergency Services trophy. At the completion of the games there will be a presentation of Life Membership Awards, followed by the evening meal.
The catering for the event will be handled by WA Spit Roast, who will supply all the meat, salads, bread, desserts, condiments, cutlery and plates. Beer, wine and soft drink will be supplied. Please note there will be no charge.
A Bouncy Castle has been hired and a DJ will be providing the music. For your own comfort, it is suggested to bring along chairs or picnic rugs.
If you and your family would like to attend, please contact Vicki on 0407 831 315 by Sunday 20th February. Anyone interested in the tug-of-war, please also contact Vicki.
Weekly Calendar
- Saturday 19th: Training - Initial Control at Wildfires practical, 09:30 at the Station
- Tuesday 22nd: Weekly Vehicle Checks, 19:30 at the Station, Crew C
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