Tag Archive for ACT fire & rescue

Reduce Home Fire Risks This Winter

With the arrival of winter, Canberrans are being informed about how to prevent a home fire and what to do if a fire starts. Minister for Police and Emergency Services Mick Gentleman said now was the time for residents to think about the fire risks within their home and make sure they know what to…

New Protective Clothing for ACTF&R

ACT Fire & Rescue (ACTF&R) firefighters will have the safest protective clothing available following upgrades to be delivered by the ACT Government. Minister for Police and Emergency Services Mick Gentlemen said that we put safety first, especially the safety of firefighters who must sometimes put themselves in risky situations to protect our community. That is…

ACT Fire & Rescue Launches Fire Safety Campaign

ACT Fire & Rescue has launched a campaign aimed at residents and tenants of multi-storey buildings in the ACT to encourage fire preparedness and safety. Minister for Police and Emergency Services Mick Gentleman joined ACT Fire & Rescue (ACTF&R) Chief Officer Mark Brown to raise awareness about being fire safe in the home to help…

ACT Fire & Rescue recruitment campaign launched

A new recruitment campaign for ACT Fire & Rescue was launched recently. Police and Emergency Services Minister Simon Corbell, has urged Canberrans to apply for a position. “ACT Fire & Rescue will be searching to fill a range of positions to make sure the ACT remains well protected against the threat of fire,” Mr Corbell…