Tag: Training

Quicklay Attack

Post author By John Blackburn
Post date 18 November 2022

Quicklay Attack Hose System

Wednesday night (16/11/2022) we did practical training on our new quicklay attack packs.

The kits carry all the equipment we need for the rapid deployment of a hose line for a fire attack inside a large building such as the Angliss Hospital, Schools or Burrinja Cultural Centre.

While this is the main purpose of the kits they offer our firefighters different methods of fire attacks at most fires we go to.

The purchase of this kit was made possible due to the wonderful community support we receive. Thank you.

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Brigade Activities

MVA Training Night

Post author By John Blackburn
Post date 15 September 2022

Motor Vehicle Accident Training Night

Wednesday night saw our firefighters practicing their response to incidents involving motor vehicles. They were put through a number of different scenarios that included fire suppression, attending to injured persons and the presence of hazardous chemicals.

Real incidents like these can be quite complex and challenging operations that require a high level of team work so this was a good opportunity for the crews to practice a range of skill sets.

Upon arrival at real motor vehicle accidents, the Incident Controller and their team(s) have to make a number of important assessments about the incident before commencing any rescue, fire suppression or other responses. There is often a lot to take in and digest in a very short period of time. Being able to do this in a calm, measured way despite all that can be going on at the time takes a lot of training and practice. This is why Upwey CFA holds training nights like this regularly throughout the year.

Click here for more about our emergency incident response roles.

Click here for more information about the role of our operational members.

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Brigade Activities

Fire Fighting Training Night

Post author By John Blackburn
Post date 13 July 2022

House Fire Fighting Training July 2022

Over the last two weeks, members of the Upwey Fire Brigade undertook live fire fighting training sessions using the CFA structure fire training prop.

These training sessions help our operational fire fighters practice and hone a range of skills needed when tackling structure fires that include;

defensive strategies
direct attack
entry procedures
use of water patterns
hot gas cooling techniques
water conservation
team work and communication

The brigade has access to a range of different fire fighting training props that are used at regular intervals throughout the year.

Member safety is always paramount during training and operational events. Live fire fighting training sessions are conducted under strict procedures to ensure the safety of the members involved.

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