Learning & Development

Training plays an important role with respect to the way that we carry out our role of fire suppression within the community.

The Riverina Zone Training Committee through consultation with local brigades and volunteers provides the Zone with training that meets the expectations of the members and provides security to the community through a well trained organisation.

The Learning & Development Officer for the Riverina Zone is John Baker.

Fire Bombing Safety

• Monitor your PMR and UHF radio.
• Listen for your Vehicle – Aircraft Safety Call sign.
• Identify the aircraft Tactical Call sign.
• Await instructions from Air Attack Supervisor or bombing pilot.
• Move clear and remain clear of the drop zone until directed otherwise.
• Move clear of the area on hearing an aircraft activate its siren.
• Resume firefighting as soon as drops are completed.

     Note: Not all aircraft are siren equipped.

IF CAUGHT IN AN AIRCRAFT DROP ZONE:

• Move away from the fire line or return to your vehicle.
• Do not run or panic.
• Watch out for falling branches or debris.
• Place hand tools well clear of you.
• Secure your helmet with your arms to protect your head.
• Watch your footing, foam and retardants can make the ground slippery.
• If hit by foam or retardant, wash off with cold water.

Drip Torch Fuel

Please ensure that drip torch fuel is mixed at a ratio of 75% diesel to 25% petrol. There have been accidents caused by using the incorrect ratio and fuel types.

2010 Training Calendar

You will find a copy of the 2010 Training calendar attached below. This calendar is also available on the MyRFS website. Locations and the type of courses to be conducted are listed however at this stage no firm dates have been set. 

If you would like to nominate for Rural Fire Driving and/or Chain Saw Operator courses please do so as soon as possible as these courses fill up very quickly. The final decision on acceptance into these courses is based on the requirements of the brigade.

• 2010 Riverina Zone Training Calendar [40kb, Word]

Downloads & Links

• Training Nomination Form [36kb, Word]
• 2010 State Training Information Booklet (link to NSW RFS public website)