Commissioner’s Orders
2 November 2011 2011/23
CURRENT NATIONAL SECURITY ALERT LEVEL: MEDIUM
POLICIES 2
New Standard Operational Guidelines – Electricity 2
PERMANENT FIREFIGHTERS NOTICES 4
Vacancies 4
Manager Workplace Standards (Conduct) – 00000N6Z 4
Duty Commander Metropolitan North 1 - 00000NST 4
Duty Commander Regional (7 positions) - Inspector 4
Relieving Duty Commander Regional (3 positions) - Inspector 5
Technical Training Team Leader Rescue/BLS, Alexandria – 00000O6F 6
Bushland Urban Interface Officer (2 positions) – 00000N3O 6
Station Commander Broken Hill – 00000O9P 7
Station Commander Nowra (2 positions) – 00000OMD 7
Appointment 7
Promotions 8
Resignations 8
RETAINED FIREFIGHTERS NOTICES 8
New members appointed to Brigades 8
Appointed to Ranks 8
Relinquishment of Engine Keeper’s position 9
Transfers 9
Resignations 9
Retirement 9
Transferred to Honorary List 9
Fire and Rescue NSW Commissioner’s Orders 2011/23
POLICIES
New Standard Operational Guidelines – Electricity
1. Introduction
Following a number of electric shock injuries to FRNSW firefighters, instructions on dealing with electrical hazards at incidents have been reviewed.
As a result, a new framework has been developed, consisting of six new Standard Operational Guidelines (SOGs) and check sheets, plus a Guideline Support Document providing background information on electricity. These new SOGs consolidate information from a large number of FRNSW electricity-related instructions, which are rescinded.
The new SOGs clearly identify safe and effective instructions for working at incidents where there is an electrical hazard, which must be followed by all firefighters.
2. Standard Operational Guidelines published
The following SOGs, check sheets and Guideline Support Document have been published and are available on the Standard Operational Guidelines site on Station Portal:
SOG 14.2, Isolating power at incidents (Version 01)
SOG 14.2, Isolating power at incidents check sheet (Version 01)
SOG 14.3, Wires down (Version 01)
SOG 14.3, Wires down check sheet (Version 01)
SOG 14.4, Working near power lines (Version 01)
SOG 14.4, Working near power lines check sheet (Version 01)
SOG 14.5, Substations (Version 01)
SOG 14.5, Substations check sheet (Version 01)
SOG 14.6, Poles, kiosks, pillar boxes and street fixtures (Version 01)
SOG 14.6, Poles, kiosks, pillar boxes and street fixtures check sheet (Version 01)
SOG 14.7, Alternative power sources (Version 01)
SOG 14.7, Alternative power sources check sheet (Version 01)
Guideline support document for electricity SOGs 14.2 – 14.7 (Version 03)
All Commanders must ensure that all crews are aware of the contents of these SOGs and that they are incorporated in station training.
3. Documents rescinded
The following documents are rescinded:
Electrical hazards awareness manual (Version 02)
Firefighters training manual, Topic 3 Section 11, Electricity (Version A)
In Orders 1985/16, Damaged road traffic signals
In Orders 1993/3, Call of fire to electricity sub-stations
In Orders 1994/18, Warning - Trial use of covered (non-insulated) high voltage
conductor
In Orders 1995/9, Electricity Transmission Authority
In Orders 1996/18, Smoke hazards in the vicinity of high voltage transmission
lines
In Orders 1996/24, Uninterrupted power supply systems
In Orders 2000/24, Electric shocks
In Orders 2001/4, Firefighting near 330kV power lines
In Orders 2001/25, Operational safety at ‘wires down’ incidents
In Orders 2007/19, GLM Mini Rescue non-contact voltage detectors
In Orders 2008/2, Cutting electrical wires
In Orders 2008/2, Isolation procedures at domestic 240/415 Volt switchboards
In Orders 2008/2, Electrical safety kit
Safety Bulletin 2001/2, Firefighting near 330 kV power lines
Safety Bulletin 2001/13, Fibre optic cables
Safety Bulletin 2001/18, Wires down incidents
Safety Bulletin 2002/1, Electrical safety – incompatible connectors
Safety Bulletin 2003/7, Electrical distribution board
Safety Bulletin 2006/11, Exposure to electrical hazards at incidents
Safety Bulletin 2008/07, Testing and tagging of operational electrical equipment
Safety Bulletin 2011/01, Solar panels affected by flood
Safety Bulletin 2011/03, Solar panels damaged by storm
Operations Bulletin 2004/3, Low voltage electricity pillar boxes
Operations Bulletin 2006/3, Risk assessment - electrical hazards at incidents
Operations Bulletin 2006/4, Results of the NSWFB risk assessment for electrical
hazards at incidents
Operations Bulletin 2006/11, Clearance for aerial appliances near power lines
Operations Bulletin 2008/5, Solar electricity
Operations Bulletin 2009/3, Facade mounted aerial bundled cables
4. Documents amended
The following topics in the Firefighters training manual are amended:
Topic 2 Section 12, Salvage equipment (Version 02) – rescinds Version A
Topic 3 Section 3, Trains (Version 02) – rescinds Version A Amd 01
Topic 3 Section 10, Attacking the fire (Version 02) – rescinds Version A
5. Updating folders
To update your A4 folder, print out the SOGs from the Intranet and file them in the folder.
The check sheets will be printed and distributed in hard copy shortly, for filing in the A5 SOG check sheet folder carried on appliances. In the meantime, print out a temporary A5 check sheet and file in the A5 folder. There are instructions on printing temporary SOG check sheets on the Lessons Learned Centre site. Also print and file the updated check sheet folder contents from the Lessons Learned Centre site.
Contact Officer: Superintendent Kim Reeson, Manager Safety, (02) 9265 2829
File Reference: NFB/05204
PERMANENT FIREFIGHTERS NOTICES
Vacancies
Manager Workplace Standards (Conduct) – 00000N6Z
Applications are invited from officers holding the rank of Superintendent for the position of Manager Workplace Standards (Conduct).
Applications must address all the selection criteria.
Inquiries: Jennifer Williamson, Assistant Director Workplace Standards,
(02) 9265 3954
Closing date: 7 November 2011
Please go to the internal jobs board (on the intranet under Human Resources > Positions Vacant) to apply for this position. For assistance with applying online contact the Recruitment team on (02) 9265 3925.
Duty Commander Metropolitan North 1 - 00000NST
Applications are invited from officers holding the rank of Inspector for the position of Duty Commander Metropolitan North 1 working the Special Roster.
Applications must address all the selection criteria.
Inquiries: Superintendent Stephen Davis, 0419 986 634
Closing date: 25 November 2011
Please go to the internal jobs board (on the intranet under Human Resources > Positions Vacant) to apply for this position. For assistance with applying online contact the Recruitment team on (02) 9265 3925.
Duty Commander Regional (7 positions) - Inspector
Applications are invited from officers holding the rank of Inspector for the positions of:
2nd Duty Commander Regional North 1 to be based at Port Macquarie.
1st Duty Commander Regional North 3 to be based at Tamworth.
2nd Duty Commander Regional North 3 to be based within RN3 (location to be determined by the Zone Commander based on operational requirements and input from the successful applicant).
2nd Duty Commander Regional West 3 to be based within RW3 (location to be determined by the Zone Commander based on operational requirements and input from the successful applicant).
2nd Duty Commander Regional South 1 to be based at Queanbeyan.
2nd Duty Commander Regional South 2 to be based within RS2 (location to be determined by the Zone Commander based on operational requirements and input from the successful applicant).
2nd Duty Commander Regional South 3 to be based within RS3 (location to be determined by the Zone Commander based on operational requirements and input from the successful applicant).
Applications should clearly state which position/s are being applied for.
The successful applicant may be eligible for the conditions in Clause 29 of the Crown Employees (NSW Fire Brigades Permanent Firefighting Staff) Award 2011. Contact the Manager Operational Personnel for enquiries on Award conditions and any entitlement.
Inquiries: Chief Superintendent Peter Murgatroyd, Area Commander Regional North, (02) 6652 5641
Chief Superintendent Neil Harris, Area Commander Regional West, (02) 6882 9688
Chief Superintendent Kenneth Murphy, Area Commander Regional South, (02) 6284 2150
Applications: Please go to the internal jobs board (on the intranet under Human Resources > Positions Vacant) to apply for this position. For assistance with applying online contact the Recruitment team on (02) 9265 3925
Closing date: 30 November 2011
Relieving Duty Commander Regional (3 positions) - Inspector
Applications are invited from officers holding the rank of Inspector for the positions of:
Regional Relieving Duty Commander – 3 positions
Applications are invited from the ranks of Inspector for three Relieving Officer Duty Commander positions, based at Regional North (one position), Regional South (one position) and Regional West (one position).
The positions will be based within each of the Area Commands, with the successful applicant to primarily relieve within that Area Command. Relief maybe required beyond designated Area Command.
Base Zone Office will be determined by the Area Commander and Zone Commanders based on operational requirements and input from the successful applicant.
Applications should clearly state which position/s are being applied for.
The successful applicant may be eligible for the conditions in Clause 29 of the Crown Employees (NSW Fire Brigades Permanent Firefighting Staff) Award 2011. Contact the Manager Operational Personnel for enquiries on Award conditions and any entitlement.
Inquiries: Chief Superintendent Peter Murgatroyd, Area Commander Regional North, (02) 6652 5641
Chief Superintendent Neil Harris, Area Commander Regional West, (02) 6882 9688
Chief Superintendent Kenneth Murphy, Area Commander Regional South, (02) 6284 2150
Applications: Please go to the internal jobs board (on the intranet under Human Resources > Positions Vacant) to apply for this position. For assistance with applying online contact the Recruitment team on (02) 9265 3925.
Closing date: 30 November 2011
Technical Training Team Leader Rescue/BLS, Alexandria – 00000O6F
Applications are invited from firefighters holding the rank of Qualified Firefighter and above. Operational Support Level 3 working the Overlap Roster.
Applicants must address all the selection criteria.
Inquiries: Chief Superintendent Gray Parkes, (02) 9318 4304 or 0419 298 829
Closing date: 24 November 2011
Please go to the internal jobs board (on the intranet under Human Resources > Positions vacant) to apply for these positions. For assistance with applying online contact the Recruitment team on (02) 9265 3925.
Bushland Urban Interface Officer (2 positions) – 00000N3O
Applications are invited from firefighters holding the rank of Qualified Firefighter and above for the position of Bushland Urban Interface Officer, Operational Support Level 2.
Applications must address all the selection criteria.
Inquiries: Superintendent Darryl Dunbar, 0488 787 237
Closing date: 9 December 2011
Please go to the internal jobs board (on the intranet under Human Resources > Positions Vacant) to apply for this position. For assistance with applying online contact the Recruitment team on (02) 9265 3925.
Station Commander Broken Hill – 00000O9P
Applications are invited from officers holding the rank of Station Officer. Working the 10/14 Roster.
Applicants must address all the selection criteria.
Inquiries: Superintendent Andrew Cozens, 0407 951 091
Closing date: 30 November 2011
Please go to the internal jobs board (on the intranet under Human Resources > Positions vacant) to apply for these positions. For assistance with applying online contact the Recruitment team on (02) 9265 3925.
Station Commander Nowra (2 positions) – 00000OMD
Applications are invited from officers holding the rank of Station Officer. Working the 10/14 Roster.
Applicants must address all the selection criteria.
Inquiries: Superintendent Wayne Roberts, 0418 483 745
Closing date: 4 December 2011
Please go to the internal jobs board (on the intranet under Human Resources > Positions vacant) to apply for these positions. For assistance with applying online contact the Recruitment team on (02) 9265 3925.
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Appointment
The following appointment is subject to the provisions of the Industrial Relations Act 1996. In some cases appointments may not be appealable. The 21 day period for any appeal commences on the date of this Commissioners Orders.
Position / No. / Name / Date of DecisionStation Commander Batemans Bay / 7434 / P Eberle / 21.10.11
Promotions
Station Officer Level 1 to Station Officer Level 2
7716 S Parker 2 October 2011
Firefighter Level 2 to Qualified Firefighter
9408 J Kirkman 10 October 2011
9415 L Ryan 10 October 2011
Firefighter Level 1 to Firefighter Level 2
900336 S Mather 25 September 2011
Resignations
7592 SO D Gibson 20 October 2011
8577 SF S Reid 21 October 2011
RETAINED FIREFIGHTERS NOTICES
New members appointed to Brigades
901532 RetF J Croft Wyoming 17 October 2011
901535 RetF R Eyles Boggabri 19 October 2011
901537 RetF T Vassallo-Knapp Berry 20 October 2011
901538 RetF M Sullivan Paxton 20 October 2011
901542 RetF M Airey Umina 21 October 2011
901543 RetF A Turrise Wyoming 21 October 2011
901548 RetF T Schutte Muswellbrook 25 October 2011
901563 RetF S Comber Wyoming 26 October 2011
901565 RetF C Anderson Doyalson 26 October 2011
901562 RetF J Martin Umina 26 October 2011
901582 RetF J Knox Maitland 27 October 2011
901581 RetF R Shadbolt Aberdeen 27 October 2011
901580 RetF S Rostron Belmont 28 October 2011
Appointed to Ranks
520344 DCapt B Field Gundagai Captain 5 October 2011
520660 DCapt B Duffey Camden Captain 15 October 2011
521537 RetF D Coles Camden Deputy Captain 15 October 2011
488008 RetF W Murray Shellharbour Captain 1 November 2011
These appointments are subject to the provisions of the Industrial Relations Act 1996. The 21 day period for appeal commences from the date of this Commissioner’s Orders.
Relinquishment of Engine Keeper’s position
521666 RetF M Parker Dungog 25 October 2011
Transfers
072073 RetF J Schnepf Merrylands to Camden 27 September 2011
520055 RetF G Hanna South West Rocks Narrabri 13 October 2011
522253 RetF T Dungate Coolah Mortdale 18 October 2011
522225 RetF M Garrett New Lambton Lambton 25 October 2011
Resignations
256043 RetF K Adams Dubbo 2 September 2011
458061 RetF A Searl Teralba 18 September 2011
900815 RetF R Potter Kearsley 22 September 2011
900618 RetF C Estens Warren 22 September 2011
522164 RetF C Sanderson Forbes 23 September 2011
311046 Capt A Johnson Griffith 30 September 2011
900350 RetF J Blakeney Moruya 4 October 2011
520745 RetF M Hughes-Anderson Coffs Harbour 9 October 2011
520471 RetF A Tyler Ulladulla 10 October 2011
521922 RetF J Arentz Kariong 13 October 2011
520574 RetF K Robinson Morisset 16 October 2011
900025 RetF S Harding Balgownie 21 October 2011
520277 RetF R Cain Coonabarabran 22 October 2011
900470 RetF C Bray Port Macquarie 24 October 2011
901505 RetF S Ross Tarro 27 October 2011
Retirement
486004 RetF R Tozer Lambton 28 October 2011
Transferred to Honorary List
311046 Capt A Johnson Griffith 1 October 2011
Greg Mullins AFSM
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