Clothing (Personal Protective Equipment).....
Our members are equipped with their own set of Personal Protective Equipment, worth approximately $A1,000.00+ each, to protect us in all emergency situations and we wear it at all training as well to ensure safe working practices.
Helmet
Level 3, 2-piece Protective Uniform
Boots
Gloves
Cairns 660CAS Structural Helmet with visor
This helmet protects from structure fire environments and is worn in conjunction with CABA (Breathing Apparatus) sets. The visor is clear and provides eye protection while still allowing clear visability.
Level 3, 2-piece Protective Uniform
Level 3 Nomex Jacket and Over-Trousers
The Fire and Rescue Australia Nomex Protective Uniform can be used at grass, scrub or bush fires to give Level 1 Protection or with the addition of a special internal liner the fire-rating increases to Level 3 to give protection for structure fires.
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Leather Boots (we use various brands to suit individual needs)
Our leather boots have high ankle protection and good gripping tread which is important in our undulating terrain and are resistantant to heat, oil and acid.
General purpose gloves and Kevlar Rescue gloves
We have long-cuffed leather gloves for most of our activities but use special 'Kevlar' Rescue Gloves at vehicle accident incidents to give added protection from broken glass and jagged edges of metal. We also use surgical gloves under our other gloves to afford protection from communicable diseases when dealing with injured persons.