At the end of last year we took part in a bit of friendly competition with other Perth Metro units called, “Exercise Prepare”. It was a great challenge, a lot of fun, & you can watch this video from Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA to see some highlights from the 2 day event! Congratulations go […]
Read More Competition, DFES, Exercise Prepare, Metro ChallengeToday we learned that a SES member shall always carry following items on them at all time to be able to perform quick and properly. * Watch * Latex gloves (2-3 pairs) * Work glove * Pens (2 or more) * Notepad * Sandwich bag (to keep notepad dry) * Torch (head mounted preferred, handheld […]
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The department of Child Protection and Family Support (CPFS) ran a very informative training session for managers of agencies involved in setting up, running or supporting evacuation centres in Western Australia. Swan SES was happy to be able to send two members to attend. During the lecture we learnt how the CPFS and the Local Government […]
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As some of you already know from Wednesday’s training nights – a couple of weeks ago Dale and I, attended our Air Observer course with AMSA: – The Australian Maritime Safety Authority in conjunction DFES (Will Blackshaw) Support. The purpose of this Course is to establish a number of supporting hands for future Search and […]
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Bush Fire Brigade and State Emergency Service members had the opportunity on Saturday 8th June and Sunday 9th June to participate in the Bush Fire Fighting and Introduction to Fire Fighting courses. These courses provided participants with information regarding: Team work and safety Basic fire theory Incident command and control Radio communications Usage and maintenance of equipment […]
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Swan SES members have had plenty of opportunity this year to up skill. Through neighbouring SES units such as Belmont, Regional Operations Support, Bayswater SES units, as well as regional DFES run course we have had the chance to gain skills in the following areas. First aid Operate Communications Systems and Equipment Chainsaw Operations Storm […]
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