The Canberra Times of 7 April 2019 reports that the ACT Fire & Rescue's annual overtime bill appears out of control. … [Read more...]
Media Release – Federal Court grants ACT firefighters order to investigate wage theft
ACT firefighters vote on industrial action
Canberra firefighters to "vote on whether to take industrial action as part of a dispute with the Emergency Services Agency over their employment conditions" reports the Canberra Times on 19 February 2019. This follows the UFU's application for a protected action ballot order at the Fair Work Commission. … [Read more...]
Firefighters yet to receive practical training to deal with light rail incidents
The Canberra Times of 17 March 2019 reports of rising concerns that "frontline firefighters are yet to receive practical training to deal with light rail incidents", yet they are already responding to emergencies. UFU Branch Secretary, Greg McConville, expressed concern over the level of training provided to date, noting that "the number of people hit by light rail vehicles … [Read more...]
Light rail rescue response plan slammed by UFU
The Canberra Times of 3 March 2019 reports that "firefighters' union has slammed authorities' plan to respond to light rail incidents, saying firefighters will be left waiting for key pieces of rescue equipment that could be "the difference between life and death" in emergencies." … [Read more...]