The PSA is aware that the Rural Fire Service (RFS) has recently requested mitigation staff to change their starting times. In some cases, staff have been asked to complete surveys indicating preferred start times ranging between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM.

The PSA has received several phone calls concerned about the introduction of the new start times. The PSA understands that the new proposed start times will have both a financial and social impact on our members. Therefore, the PSA will request a meeting with the RFS to raise your concerns.

Feedback on the AIDER and HFSV Programs, and Guardian Mitigation Portal:

As members will recall, the PSA recently sought feedback from mitigation staff regarding the Assist Infirm, Disabled and Elderly Residents (AIDER) Program, Home Fire Safety Visit (HFSV) Program, and the Guardian Mitigation Portal.

The PSA received a large volume of responses highlighting a wide range of issues and concerns. A meeting with the RFS will be scheduled to ventilate these matters in full and ensure your voice is heard.

Next Steps:

• The PSA will meet with the RFS to discuss both the proposed start time changes and the concerns raised regarding AIDER, HFSV and Guardian.
• Following these meetings, the PSA will issue a further bulletin to update members on the outcomes.

The PSA thanks members for their continued feedback and encourages you to contact us with any further concerns.

Delegates

Jim Killen

Ivan Perkins

Cameron Gray

John Osmond

Brad Stewart

Daniel Ainsworth

Guy Duckworth

Dave Millsteed

Scott Hoy

Benjamin Plummer

Brenton Pumpa

Tim Allen

Lindsey Flynn

Adrian May (Currently on LSL)

Bruce Hansen

PSA Staff:

Michael Sinclair Industrial Officer

Graydon Plumridge Organiser