ORDINANCE No. 4 of 1868.
Fire Brigade.
(a.) They will be held responsible that the coal carts, hose reels, supply carts, ladders, &c., are at all times ready for use, and that these, together with a sufficient supply of hose, and other material, accompany the engine to which they are attached, to the fire.
(b.) In moving the engines, they must be most careful that no injury is done to the hose of other brigades.
(c.) They are to carry out the orders of the engineer, and are on no account to disconnect any portion of the machinery without his permission, unless on an emergency they be ordered to do so by one of the Superintendents.
Firemen and other Members of the Fire Brigade.
6. Without the permission of one of the Superintendents, no fireman or other member of the Brigade is, while on duty, to receive any refreshment whatever, except that which will, when necessary, be supplied at the Government expense.
(a.) The duties of firemen being different from those of Police constables, the senior officer present may, at his discretion, allow the men to smoke after the fire has been extinguished, provided they are not actively engaged.
(b.) Members of the Brigade are not to receive orders from any one except their own officers. They should always be respectful towards those with whom they are brought in contact, and afford every assistance in their power to members of other fire brigades.
(c.) As the reputation of the Brigade depends, in a great measure, upon the behaviour of the firemen, any case of incivility or disrespect will be considered to disqualify them for the post.
Out-Stations.
7. In the out-stations, where there are no officers of the Brigade, the Police Inspector may take charge of the engine in the event of a fire. At other times, the care of the engine and other Fire Brigade material will rest with the fireman, who will see that the rules here laid down for working the engines are observed. In the eastern and western districts of Victoria, also, the senior firemen will have charge of the engines and other Fire Brigade equipment.
Engineer.
8. The engineer must attend all fires and all inspections. He should, on the first day of each month, send to the Superintendent a report, showing the condition of each of the hand and steam engines stationed in Victoria, the repairs or alterations effected during the month, and those which he considers still necessary.
(a.) He is expected to instruct the engine drivers and assistant engine drivers in their duties, and to supervise their work; and he should bring any disobedience or inattention on their part at once to the notice of the Superintendent.
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