Firefighters in Auckland Areas 3, 4 and 5 have been asked to collect names and addresses of all present at every fire and to report the details back to FireCom to be forwarded to rural personnel.

The NZPFU was not advised of this requirement and has not been provided with any information as to the purpose of the collection of this personal information.

We have sought a full explanation from FENZ.

We advise members that this is not in your interest to collect these personnel details. We do not know how that information is to be used. It could also be in breach of the Privacy Act.

Once a fire is extinguished firefighters discuss fire safety measures and prevention with those present. FENZ has other processes to deal with fire investigations, re-occurring issues or where fire safety enforcement might be considered. This is not the role of the responding firefighter.

We have been informed that requests for personal information have been met with suspicion and concern by those at the scene.

It is not part of your duties and could seriously harm the reputation of firefighters as protectors of the community.

In unity,
Wattie Watson
National Secretary

Related Articles

VIEW ALL VIEW ALL

Christchurch Local Annual General Meeting

This notice is to inform you that the AGM for the Christchurch Local of the NZPFU, will be held on Thursday 10th August 2023 at Christchurch City Fire Station, starting at 0830. It would be appreciated if the on-duty City SSO could please co-ordinate any truck movements required.


Tauranga Local Branch A.G.M.

Wednesday 23rd of August Starting 8:30am
Venue: Mt Maunganui Fire Station


Annual General Meeting

Members are advised that pursuant to Union Rule B.15.11, notice is given for the Auckland Local Annual General Meeting to be held on Friday 18 August 2023.