As a result of concerns expressed regards the safety of the MAN Appliance Cab and that the Cab did not meet the appropriate European Standard (ECE R29) the Union commissioned advice from a qualified Engineer. This advice is reproduced below. You will see that the conclusion that the Cab does comply with ECE R29 and in fact provides a greater level of protection than a Cab built from steel.
By the closing date for nominations for the position of Taupo Local Vice President, the following nomination has been received.
The Auckland Local Committee thanks it’s members for the mahi put in during this long process of industrial action.
Nominations for the following position are hereby called in accordance with the Rules of the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union.