Fire & Rescue NSW

Firefighter

Championship

Region North 3 4th & 5th March 2017

Hosted by Uralla Brigade

THE CHAMPIONSHIP ENVIRONMENT

Championships have been conducted throughout the history of the NSW Fire Brigades, with many records and photographs existing to document the achievements of firefighters in competitive events, especially since 1932. The Championships of today are directly associated with, and embody events developed over the past 85 years with constant review and change to mirror the contemporary operational firefighting environment.

In 2017 as we enter our sixth year as Fire & Rescue NSW the evolution of Championships will continue. Fire & Rescue NSW has developed a visionary corporate plan based on our values; respect, integrity, service delivery and courage along with embracing safety as a guiding principal. These values are and will further evolve as the foundation for the environment the Championships operate within.

What will also continue will be the focus on skills improvement, safety as well as using the Championships to market Fire & Rescue as a highly effective emergency service, serving Communities across NSW. This can be best achieved by displaying our sophisticated vehicles, equipment and operational capability to the Community. Additionally, we seek to use Championships as a means to improve community safety by providing fire safety education to a wide audience, including the business sector. Whilst respecting past traditions, I encourage all to engage and embrace the contemporary values of Fire & Rescue NSW as the platform for the Championships continued evolution.

Assistant Commissioner Rob McNeil AFSM Director of Championships

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 Develop, maintain & enhance the operational skills of firefighters

 Promote a professional image of Fire & Rescue NSW to the Communities of NSW

 Promote community safety and awareness to the Community

 Encourage teamwork, camaraderie & individual performance of competitors at Championships

 Demonstrate to the Community the various skills, knowledge & expertise of Fire & Rescue NSW and other services

Championship Objectives

 Provide improved opportunities for firefighters to display a high level of skills  Deliver improved community safety programs  Provide an opportunity to market the services of the Fire & Rescue NSW to stakeholders

Championships Safety Strategy

On January 1, 2012, Fire & Rescue NSW adopted the Work Health & Safety Act legislation of 2011. As a result of this and with the ultimate goal of achieving a rigorous safety system. The Championship Safety Strategy was developed uniquely for the Championships and built on the foundation of Fire & Rescue’s, Be Safe Program.

The Championships Safety Strategy is based on risk management with all events being risk assessed and mitigation strategies being implemented by the Championship’s safety team. The safety team consists of  Director Safety  Two Safety Officers  A Lead Safety Marshall and Event Safety Marshalls

The roles of the safety team are outlined in the Firefighter Championships Association 2013 Safety Strategy.

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Everyone in Fire & Rescue NSW has both an individual and organisational responsibility to act ethically. Every employee and contractor is responsible for observing the spirit, intent and content of this Code of Conduct in his or her work for FRNSW.

All FRNSW Officials, competitors and support personnel attending Championships are required to comply with the FRNSW Code of Conduct, especially in the areas of respect for people, integrity, professionalism and diligence and take account for their actions.

With regards to professionalism, approval is granted to attend the Saturday night function and to consume alcohol in dress uniform provided you do so responsibly and in the confines of the function room only.

No personnel are to consume alcohol in uniform outside the designated function area.

Copies of the FRNSW Code of Conduct are available on the FRNSW Intranet.

Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy

FRNSW has implemented an Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy and Alcohol and Other Drugs Testing Procedure. From the 1st of December 2013, any employee can be drug and alcohol tested at any time whilst at work.

All FRNSW employees and managers have responsibilities in ensuring the Work Health and Safety of themselves and other persons. All employees have responsibilities to take reasonable care for his or her own health and safety, and take reasonable care that his or her acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of other persons.

All employees are encouraged to take personal responsibility in their consumption of alcohol and responsible and lawful use of general medications.

FRNSW provides the following support services to all employees:

 FRNSW Chaplain, Major Lyndsay Smith, 0418 869 280;  FRNSW Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 1300 360 364;  The Wellbeing Coordinator, 9265 3910 or 0448 295 725;  The Health and Safety Branch, 9265 2800.

Any employee can self-disclose substance misuse and/or abuse to Workplace Standards or Health and Safety Branch. To find out more about the AOD Policy and Procedures, random and targeted testing in FRNSW, support services and general awareness information visit the links below.

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This policy adopts the following standards relating to alcohol and other drugs:

Alcohol Workers must not be in the workplace with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.02 grams or above of alcohol per 210 litres of breath (i.e. 0.02mg %). Workers must not have in their possession any unsealed alcohol, or consume alcohol while at work or in the workplace. FRNSW uniformed workers must not consume alcohol while in FRNSW uniform or wearing any identifiable part of FRNSW uniform, provided that the Commissioner may grant exemptions to allow the consumption of alcohol at work or whilst in uniform at special events. In these circumstances, workers must ensure that alcohol is consumed in a responsible manner, consistent with upholding the reputation and integrity of FRNSW.

Prohibited Drugs Workers must not use any prohibited drug or non-prescribed steroid in any FRNSW workplace (including in any FRNSW vehicle). Workers must not be in the workplace with concentrations of any prohibited drug in their body systems at or above the cut-off level for that drug, as prescribed in the table below.

www.firefighterchampionships.com P a g e | 5 Uralla Brigade extends a warm welcome to everyone, hope they enjoy what Uralla has to offer, and the weekend of competition, friendship and camaraderie.

Members of the Brigade, with great support from the Zone

Office, have worked tirelessly to ensure this Championship will be extremely successful and enjoyable to competitors, officials, visitors and spectators alike.

www.firefighterchampionships.com P a g e | 6 A Brief History of Uralla

Uralla is a town on the , , . The town is located at the of the and Thunderbolts Way, 465 kilometres north of Sydney and about 23 kilometres southwest of the city of Armidale.

Boasting a rich history, Uralla has more than 50 building and sites of heritage significance, which can be easily explored on foot or by vehicle.

The word "Uralla" was taken by the European squatters from the language of the local Aniwan tribe of Indigenous Australians. Uralla described a "meeting place", or more especially "a ceremonial meeting place and look-out on a hill".

Samuel McCrossin, an Irishman, his wife and seven children first came to Uralla in 1839 when they camped on the creek there. They returned to Morpeth and then again returned to Uralla in 1841 to finally settle there. In the 1830s and 40s the land was occupied by squatters who had moved north beyond the limits of settlement. The squatters were attracted by the prime sheep grazing land of the New England Tableland.

Uralla reached town status in 1855, spurred on by a gold rush in the Rocky River area three years earlier, swelling the town's size to over 5,000. In 1856, another and more considerable gold rush took place, but did not lead to any lasting development. By 1859, Uralla had three hotels, stores, a post office, a flourmill and a school. The Uralla Municipality was incorporated in 1882. More gold was discovered and mined at Melrose in the Enmore area in about 1887. This discovery led to the erection of the Melrose public school and village, which was about 32 km east of Uralla. In 1927, this area was subdivided for soldier settlement, and ballots were held to determine the new settlers. In about 1889, gold was discovered at Groses Creek, which is 6 km southwest of Enmore, near the Mihi Falls on the eastern side of Uralla.

The infamous bushranger (Frederick Ward) is buried in the old Uralla Cemetery (John Street). There are many references to Thunderbolt throughout the town, and the locals are quite fond of the legend. In addition to an initially controversial statue in the main street, Uralla is host to a pub, motel, rock (from where Thunderbolt ambushed passing travellers) and , all bearing his name. On 25 May 1870, Thunderbolt was shot and killed near Uralla by Constable Alexander Walker during a highway robbery. However, a few Uralla locals claimed that it was his uncle, William (Harry) Ward - posing as Thunderbolt, who was killed at this time and not Fred Ward.

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www.firefighterchampionships.com P a g e | 8 Official Schedule

Friday 1800 hrs Welcome 3rd March 2017 1900 hrs Registrations: Top Pub 23-27 Bridge Street, Uralla

Saturday 0630 hrs Breakfast available at the Competition Grounds 4th March 2017 Located at Hampden Park, Cnr Hill Street and Maitland Street, Uralla

0700 hrs Meeting of Officials

0715 hrs Warm up & exercise for competitors Safety Brief to competitors

0800 hrs Events to commence

0845 hrs Dress & form up for Official Opening

0900 hrs Official Opening Ceremony

0930 hrs Events resume until approximately 1630 hrs. No break for lunch, food and drink available at the ground.

1630 hrs De-brief of Officials (approx)

1830hrs Social Evening – Dinner (for Uralla Memorial Hall 1900 hrs) 27 Salisbury Street, Uralla Dress: Dress Uniform/Smart Casual

Sunday 0630 hrs Breakfast available at the Competition Grounds 5th March 2017 Located at Hampden Park, Cnr Hill Street and Maitland Street, Uralla

0700 hrs Meeting of Officials

0715 hrs Warm up & exercise for competitors

0730 hrs Events commence and continue until completion. No break for lunch, food and drink available at grounds.

1300 hrs Closing Ceremony at completion of all Events

www.firefighterchampionships.com P a g e | 9 Hampden Park, Cnr Hill Street & Maitland Street, Uralla

Uralla Memorial Hall, 27 Salisbury Street, Uralla (Uralla Neighbourhood Centre)

www.firefighterchampionships.com P a g e | 10 Official Guest List

Mayor, Council Mr Michael Pearce

General Manager, Uralla Shire Council Mr Andrew Hopkins

Former Councillor, Armidale Dumaresq Council Mr Rob Richardson

Manager Waste Services, Armidale Regional Council Mr James Turnell

A/Inspector, New England Local Area Command NSW Police Force Mr John Walkowiak

Local Controller NSW State Emergency Service Mr Joshua Osborne

Fire & Rescue NSW

Commissioner Mr Jim Hamilton AFSM &

Mrs Lindy Hamilton Mr Gerry Byrne AFSM & A/Deputy Commissioner Field Operations Mrs Noreen Byrne

Assistant Commissioner Regional Operations, Director Firefighter Championship Mr Rob McNeil AFSM

Assistant Director Education and Training, Assistant Director Championships Mr Ken Murphy

Zone Commander Region North 3 Mr Tom Cooper

Duty Commander Region North 3 Mr Wayne Zikan

Fire & Rescue NSW Championships Association

Captain Greg Fredericks AFSM President FRNSW FCA & Mrs Robyn Fredericks

www.firefighterchampionships.com P a g e | 11 List of Events

1. Urban Pumper Collector and Ladder - 4 Competitors 2. Urban Pump Disable – 4 Competitors 3. Booster Valve and High Rise Bag – 4 Competitors 4. Ladder Practice – 1 Competitor 5. Urban Pumper BA & Foam – 4 Competitors 6. Urban Pumper and Breeching – 4 Competitors 7. Rescue – 4 Competitors 8. Hose Hydrant and Extinguisher – 3 Competitors 9. Hose and Hydrant – 4 Competitors 10. Hose and Hydrant – 2 Competitors 11. Urban Pump and Suction – 4 Competitors

Competing Teams

Brigade Station In Zone COFFS HARBOUR 257 RN1 314 RN3 KOOTINGAL RFS 756 RN3 KOOTINGAL RFS 2 756S RN3 424 RN1 TAMWORTH 452 RN3 URALLA 475 RN3 URALLA 2 475S RN3 WEST TAMWORTH 508 RN3 Brigade Station Out of Zone BEGA 219 RS1 DUBBO 280 RW1 KELSO 105 RW2 KURRI KURRI 349 MN3 LAWSON 359 MW3 MERRYLANDS 72 MW2 MITAGONG 378 RS2 TRANGIE 465 RW1 WYONG 505 MN2 Brigade Station Visitor DIGGINGS (RFS) 743 VISITOR GUNNEDAH RFS 755 VISITOR PACER 998 VISITOR TAMWORTH CITY (RFS) 704 VISITOR WAFA 757 VISITOR WAFA 2 757S VISITOR

www.firefighterchampionships.com P a g e | 12 Protocol for Opening Ceremony

Brigades will form up on the Championship Track in Brigade uniform as specified; under the direction of the Parade Commander.

Assistant Commissioner Rob McNeil AFSM will be the Master of Ceremonies (MC).

The Parade Commander will call the Brigades to attention.

Australian National Anthem (members in uniform not already on Parade to salute).

Assistant Commissioner Rob McNeil will then introduce the Official Guests and request dignitaries to address the Parade in the following order:

 President FRNSW FCA – Captain Greg Fredericks AFSM  Mayor Uralla Shire Council – Mr Michael Pearce  Fire & Rescue NSW Interim Commissioner Jim Hamilton AFSM

Protocol for Saturday Evening Function

Captain Les Smith will be the Master of Ceremonies for the evening.

FCA President, Captain Greg Fredericks AFSM will outline the arrangements for the evening and acknowledge any special guests. (This will follow the main course of the meal).

President of the Fire & Rescue NSW Firefighters Championship Association, Captain Greg Fredericks AFSM to conduct the presentation segment

Captain of Uralla Brigade, Rodney Hargrave will respond to the presentation and acknowledge supporters and sponsors.

Protocol for Closing Ceremony

Presentation of major Trophies and Sponsored items will be made to In Area /Out of Area Champion Brigades. Assistant Commissioner Rob McNeil AFSM will present outstanding competitor of Championships and officially close the Region North 3 Championship.

www.firefighterchampionships.com P a g e | 13 Event 1. Urban Pumper Collector and Ladder

Objective: To extinguish a fire on a rooftop using two lengths of 38mm hose and hydrant water through the appliance.

Core Skills: Pump Operation, Hydrants, Breeching Piece, Ladders, Hose Handling & Branches

Equipment: Hoses used – 1 x 70mm (10m filler hose) and 2 x 38mm flaked hose (30m) The appliance will be stowed with two lengths of 38mm hose flaked, two shut-off branches, one 10m length of 70mm filler hose rolled on the bight, one breeching piece and one standpipe. All with stortz couplings.

Order Station Brigade Name Time 1 Time 2 Penalty Penalty Code Total

1 219 BEGA 2 505 WYONG 3 314 GUNNEDAH 4 465 TRANGIE 5 280 DUBBO 6 72 MERRYLANDS 7 475 URALLA 8 424 PORT MACQUARIE 9 105 KELSO 10 378 MITTAGONG 11 359 LAWSON 12 452 TAMWORTH 13 349 KURRI KURRI 14 757 WAFA 15 755 GUNNEDAH RFS 16 756 KOOTINGAL RFS 17 508 WEST TAMWORTH 18 704 TAMWORTH CITY (RFS) 19 756S KOOTINGAL RFS 2 20 757S WAFA 2 21 475S URALLA 2 22 743 DIGGINGS (RFS) 23 998 PACER 24 257 COFFS HARBOUR

Results: 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place www.firefighterchampionships.com P a g e | 14 Event 2. Urban Pump Disable

Objective: To extinguish a fire in a multi-storey building utilizing hydrant water through the pump and a 38mm hose from a hose cabinet on first floor. The pump becomes disabled before the fire is extinguished so the onboard Davey pump is then utilized to complete the task, using water from the appliance first aid tank.

Core Skills: Pump Operation, Hydrants, Breeching Piece, Ladders, Davey Pump, Hose Handling & Branches

Equipment: Hoses used - 2 x 70mm (10m filler hose) and 2 x 38mm (30m) (1 x flaked & 1 x double rolled on bight) The appliance will be stowed with two 10m lengths of 70mm filler hose double rolled on the bight, two 30m lengths of 38mm hose (one double rolled on the bight, the other flaked), one breeching piece, one Branch and one standpipe. All with stortz couplings.

Order Station Brigade Name Time 1 Time 2 Penalty Penalty Code Total

1 219 BEGA 2 505 WYONG 3 314 GUNNEDAH 4 465 TRANGIE 5 280 DUBBO 6 72 MERRYLANDS 7 475 URALLA 8 424 PORT MACQUARIE 9 105 KELSO 10 378 MITTAGONG 11 359 LAWSON 12 452 TAMWORTH 13 349 KURRI KURRI 14 757 WAFA 15 755 GUNNEDAH RFS 16 756 KOOTINGAL RFS 17 508 WEST TAMWORTH 18 704 TAMWORTH CITY (RFS) 19 756S KOOTINGAL RFS 2 20 757S WAFA 2 21 475S URALLA 2 22 743 DIGGINGS (RFS) 23 998 PACER 24 257 COFFS HARBOUR

Results: 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place www.firefighterchampionships.com P a g e | 15 Event 3. Booster Valve & High Rise Bag

Objective: To extinguish a fire in a multi storey building using a boosted water system and a 38mm hose from a hose cabinet on first floor. The remote access bag is also employed to extinguish a ground level fire from the boosted system.

Core Skills: Pump Operation, Booster Valve, Remote Access Bag, Hose Handling, Branches & Ladders

Equipment: Hoses used – 2 x 70mm (10m filler Hose), 2 x 38mm flaked hose (30m) The appliance will be stowed with one length of 38mm hose flaked, two 10m lengths of 70mm filler hose rolled on the bight, one High-rise bag containing one length of 38mm hose flaked and one branch. All with stortz couplings

Order Station Brigade Name Time 1 Time 2 Penalty Penalty Code Total

1 219 BEGA 2 505 WYONG 3 314 GUNNEDAH 4 465 TRANGIE 5 280 DUBBO 6 72 MERRYLANDS 7 475 URALLA 8 424 PORT MACQUARIE 9 105 KELSO 10 378 MITTAGONG 11 359 LAWSON 12 452 TAMWORTH 13 349 KURRI KURRI 14 757 WAFA 15 755 GUNNEDAH RFS 16 756 KOOTINGAL RFS 17 508 WEST TAMWORTH 18 704 TAMWORTH CITY (RFS) 19 756S KOOTINGAL RFS 2 20 757S WAFA 2 21 475S URALLA 2 22 743 DIGGINGS (RFS) 23 998 PACER 24 257 COFFS HARBOUR

Results: 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place

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