758 THE HONGKONG GOVERNMENT GAZETTE, 16TH SEPTEMBER, 1882.
under them instructions on all points relating to their duty, such as connecting, disconnecting, and running out Hose, and also as to the position of Main Plugs, Wells, and other sources of water supply. It is their duty to ascertain the cause of Fire in cach case, and to report the same to the Superintendent; also to observe the conduct of the Officers and Men under them, and to report any irregularity on their part without delay.
(a.) When on duty at a Fire, they must see that the Men at the branch are placed in such a position that the stream may actually strike the burning materials. Playing at random through a window should be avoided, whenever it is possible to obtain a better position, either by entering the house which is on fire, by ascending the roof of an adjoining building, or otherwise. They should see that a safe retreat is kept open for the Men at the branch, and that those working Manual Engines are not exposed to unnecessary danger.
Engine Drivers.
5.-Engine Drivers and Assistant Engine Drivers should be thoroughly acquainted with the water system, and should know where a supply of fresh or sea water could most readily be obtained in any part of the town.
(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.
(e.) 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 exten- guished, 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 work- ing 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.
(b.) He will test the boilers of all the Steam Engines of the Brigade once every six months under hydraulic pressure equal to at least fifty per centum more than that used at Fires, and report having done so to the Superintendent, in writing.
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