New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union

Newsletter to Members

Posted 19 Feb '17 under National

There was more discussion at Conference 2016 regarding the application and interpretation of the Law in regards to Driving hours and the Fire Service approved variation and how it should be applied.

Garry Nielsen (Masterton Local Secretary) was asked to provide a more detailed paper and this is attached. This paper has been discussed with Enforcement Agencies. This paper is not formal legal advice but does give considered and expert advice to members to ensure compliance with the Law.

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Reduced Heavy Aerial Response in Auckland

11 Jan

Members are advised that once again Auckland is faced with a reduced heavy aerial response and capabilities due to mechanical breakages of the current fleet, as per an operational instruction sent to some Officers in Area 4.

Career and Volunteer Firefighter Dual Membership

20 Dec '20

The Local issued a Notice to Members ALC-20-41 on 11 November regarding applying for a dispensation to have dual Career and Volunteer Firefighter Membership of the Union.

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