Weekly Newsletter - 9th March 2022
Operations
Roster
Starting Saturday
Date: 12th March - 18th March
- First Call: Crew B
- Second Call: Crew A
Incidents
Bindoon Bushfire, Saturday 5th
Assisted with mop-up and patrol of the Bindoon bushfire throughout Saturday. The fire started late Friday afternoon on Grey Rd, North West of Bindoon town site.
Attended by Adam, Dave R., Denise, John R., Michelle, and Shane.
Checking for Power Pole Fires
Recent experience has shown the importance of checking for fires started by electrical shorts in overhead power lines. If you hear or see an electrical short, take a few minutes to check any nearby power poles for obvious signs of fire. Many pole fires are started by wildlife (typically possums) climbing and nesting on power poles and accidentally shorting high voltage cables.
Take care when approaching or inspecting the area around a power pole as it is possible for overhead lines to fall and present a danger of electric shock or electrocution. If you suspect that a pole or line may have been damaged, contact Western Power (13 13 51) to report the fault as well as phoning 000 for fire brigade assistance. Do not approach downed power lines and remain at least 8 minutes away from any impacted power infrastructure. If in doubt, contact Western Power and the emergency services.
Updates
Circulars and SOPs
No updates.
Mundaring Fire School
The latest calendar for the Mundaring Fire School is attached. The calendar lists all of training courses planned for the Fire School this year. Please take some to review the courses on offer and consider which you may undertake this year.
Administration
No updates.
Weekly Calendar
- Tuesday 15th: Weekly Vehicle Checks, 19:30 at the Station, Crew B
