Fire_Services_1966-1967 — Page 21

TRANSPORT, SUPPLIES AND WORKSHOPS

75. The division is responsible for providing and maintaining all operational resources and has maintained a consistently high standard and output of work as shown in Appendices V and VI.

Construction of Appliances

76. Two light rescue units constructed on Ford F 100 chassis, and one hose and ladder carrier constructed on a Commer chassis were completed during the year. In addition, Mobile Command Unit No. 1 was fitted with a telephone switchboard and a collapsible lean-to structure designed to provide covered control and communication facilities for liaison officers of various Government Departments at disaster incidents.

Journey Recorders

77. A further 24 tachograph journey recorders were installed on ambulances bringing to 48 the number of fire appliances and ambulances fitted with this equipment. The recorders provide data for forward planning, analysis of work loads and adjustment of ambulance schedules.

Accidents to Fire Service Vehicles

78. The total mileage of Fire Service units increased by 86,698 miles, but despite this it is pleasing to note that the number of accidents involving Fire Service Vehicles decreased slightly. They totalled 122 this year as compared to 131 last year. Driving instruction courses were intensified and a total of 440 driving and pump operating tests were conducted.

Transfer of Premises

79. The transfer of the Workshops and Stores to the new Head- quarters Building at North Point was commenced during March and by the end of the month the movement of 80% of Workshops Staff, plant and equipment together with 25% of Fire Service Stores was completed without any dislocation of normal routines and issues.

FIRE PREVENTION BUREAU

80. The Fire Prevention Bureau has continued to expand its activities and is now being called upon more frequently by all members of the community for advice on matters of fire safety.

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