This edition of Signal 7 reports on the issuing of a notice of intention for the UFU's Branch Secretary and Industrial Officer to enter the employer’s premises to investigate the suspected contravention of the Enterprise Agreement in accordance with the Fair Work Act. … [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...]
Signal 7 of 18 February 2019 – Protected Action Ballot Order Granted by Fair Work Commission
The Fair Work Commission granted the UFU's application for a Protected Action Ballot Order on 18 February 2019, information about and a copy of which is attached. … [Read more...]
Signal 7 of 21 February 2019 – Protected Action Ballot Order Voting Opens 26th February
Now that the Fair Work Commission has approved our protected ballot order, it's time to vote on taking Industrial Action. This Signal 7 provides information about the vote being conducted by the Australian Electoral Commission and what you need to do. … [Read more...]
Budget allocates $2.3m for protective firefighter gear
United Firefighters Union ACT Branch Secretary, Greg McConville, has welcomed the ACT Government's budget decision to allocate $2.3 million for new protective outerwear firefighting garments. A story on this item appeared in the Canberra Times on 23 January 2019. The clothing will consist of an outer tunic and over pants, in addition to the funding for new flamepoof, … [Read more...]