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SICKNESS AND DEATH.
There were 54 cases of illness, two of which resulted in death.
APPOINTMENTS.
Acting Station Officer G. C. Moss was appointed Asst. Engineer and Station Officer on 24th March with effect from 19th December, 1921.
Mr. G. Saunders from Croydon Fire Brigade was appointed Station Officer on 22nd July and Officer in Charge of Kowloon Fire Station vice Foreman C. F. Alexander P. Sgt. A. 148.
Mr. H. T. Brooks from London Fire Brigade was appointed Superintendent on 11th September, 1922.
In addition to the above 50 men (Chinese) were appointed to various ranks in the Brigade.
TRANSFERS RESIGNATIONS AND DISMISSALS.
The services of Temporary Assistant Station Officer P. Master-son were dispensed with on 30th September and of other ranks (Chinese) 30 men were struck off the strength of the Brigade viz:
2 transferred to the Police.
16 resigned.
12 dismissed.
EXTENSION OF KOWLOON FIRE STATION.
An extension to rear of Kowloon Fire Station was completed during the year, appreciable and convenient accommodation being provided for 32 men. The fitting of 2 sliding poles from the men's quarters to ground floor has proved an advantage in gaining access to the appliances quickly.
NEW TEMPORARY CENTRAL FIRE STATION.
The Brigade Staff and equipment from the Old Temporary Fire Station, Queen's Road Central were transferred to the New Temporary Fire Station, Des Voeux Road Central on the 14th December, accommodation for 4 appliances, 2 motor cars, 2 Officers and 64 men being provided.
EQUIPMENT.
During the year the equipment of the Brigade was considerably strengthened by the addition of the following:-
2 "Dennis" Petrol Motor Pumps (capacity 450 to 500 gallons per minute).
2 "Bayleys'" 55 ft. Fire Escapes.
1 "Merryweather" 93 ft. Motor Turntable Ladder.
4 "Foamite" Chemical Extincteurs.
4 Hook Ladders.
4 Hand controlled branches.