This edition of Signal 7 provides an update on the state of play with enterprise bargaining negotiations with the ACT Government. … [Read more...]
Signal 7 – 3 September 2018 identifies concerns about Comcen ‘reforms’ and First Aid Training
This edition of Signal 7, attached, includes an update on workplace consultations over the Comcen 'reforms' and also outlines concerns being raised in a dispute regarding First Aid Training. … [Read more...]
Signal 7 – 26 July 2018 re Ainslie Fire Station dispute, PFAS contamination & more
The 26 July 2018 edition of Signal 7 is now available and focuses on the Ainslie Fire Station dispute, the Federal Court case on UFU Representative Rights and the state of play with PFAS contamination … [Read more...]
Job vacancy at UFU ACT: Industrial Officer / Organiser (0.6 time)
The United Firefighters Union ACT Branch is seeking a part time industrial officer / organiser to assist the Branch Secretary in representation of UFU members. The position is offered as a six month position, 3 days per week with some flexibility. The position is based at our office in Dickson, Canberra. Applications addressing the attached position description (UFU ACT … [Read more...]
More to the PFAS story ….
For more on emerging developments in the PFAS story … The Canberra Times reports on 28 June 2018 that Emergency Services Commissioner, Dominic Lane, says "there is no 'conclusive proof' that toxic PFAS fire fighting foams are linked to specific human diseases or illnesses". Now they report on 16 July 2018 that a "nature reserve next to Ginninderra Creek will be tested for … [Read more...]