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The eight-pointed star is the traditional insignia of the SA Country Fire Service (CFS), formerly known as the Emergency Fire Service (EFS).

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The star is not unique to the CFS as it is recognised by fire services all over the world.

It is otherwise referred to as the Cross of Saint John which originally emerged from the Maltese Cross.

Used by the Knights of Saint John during the Crusades in Jerusalem, the points on the Maltese Cross represented eight different virtues of Knighthood:

•    Tact
•    Loyalty
•    Dexterity
•    Observation
•    Sympathy
•    Explicitness
•    Gallantry
•    Perseverance

Over time, firefighters have adopted these same virtues bringing about a commonality between fire services all over the world.

In most cases the only difference between fire service insignias is the centrepiece, which is specific to the organisation.

The CFS Star is seen on the official uniform worn by volunteers and staff.

However, the CFS also has a corporate logo, which represents the State in Australia in which it serves and is displayed on all vehicles and infrastructure.



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CFS RECRUITMENT

Have you thought about becoming a CFS Volunteer? Many Brigades around the State are seeking new members for a variety of roles. Click on the link to find out more at www.cfs.sa.gov.au

Results of CFS Funding Survey sent to MPs and Candidates for March State Election

The CFSVA sent out a survey form to all sitting MPs and to candidates for the next state election to be held in March. The purpose of the survey form is to educate MPs and candidates about the chronic funding issues facing CFS and to gain their commitment for support. The following responses have been received.

Question 1     
Do you acknowledge the need for sufficient staff in the CFS and the need to backfill absent staff?

Labor Party - YES

Disputes the fact that CFS have the lowest staff to volunteer ratio of any fire service in Australia. The CFSVA believes the Minister has been badly advised on this issue by SAFECOM. Staff to volunteer numbers will be part of a risk assessment process, currently underway

 

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC Ind - YES

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

 

Geoff Brock Ind Member for Frome - YES

Question 2
Do you support additional funding for training CFS Volunteers

Labor Party - YES

Will utilise new computer rollout and broadband connectivity to promote elearning. CFSVA comment: The Association would like to see commitment from the Government for increased funding for training before the election

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC Ind - YES

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

 

Geoff Brock Ind. Member for Frome - YES

Question 3
Do you support a level of funding which allows for responsible replacement of stations and maintenance programme

Labor Party - YES

Has announced an injection of $3.017 million to accelerate building and maintenance works. Major building works and condition review underway.

 

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC  Ind - YES

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

Responsible, relevant and necessary replacement

 

Geoff Brock Ind Member for Frome - YES

Question 4
Do you agree that CFS brigades should be funded for computers and associated technology essential to their operations?

Labor Party - YES

Recent announcement of 1050 computers for CFS brigades and SES units, along with broadband connectivity

 

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC Ind - YES

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

 

Geoff Brock Ind Member for Frome - YES

 

Question 5
Do you support such a basic requirement as pagers for CFS volunteers being adequately funded?

Labor Party - YES

Recent announcement of 650 new pages for CFS

 

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC Ind - YES

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

 

Geoff Brock Ind Member for Frome - YES

Question 6a
Do you agree that a well funded and well developed public communications and education programme is essential to the protection of the public in bushfire situations?

Labor Party - YES
Provided $12.4 million to a new emergency warning system.
Provided $5.2 million for community education and awareness campaign for this financial Year.                   

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC Ind - YES

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

 

Geoff Brock Ind Member for Frome - YES

Question 6b

Should it be funded on an ongoing basis?

Labor Party - UNDER CONSIDERATION

Will be evaluated at the end of this bushfire season

 

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC Ind - YES

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

Geoff Brock Ind Member for Frome - YES

Question 7
Do you support a reduction in the speed limit past red and blue flashing lights at emergencies to 25 kph

Labor Party - YES
Will amend Road traffic Act 1961 if re-elected

 

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC Ind - YES

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

 

Geoff Brock Ind Member for Frome - YES

Question 8

Do you support free entry to SA national parks for CFS Volunteers?

Labor Party - YES

Have made 2,000 free passes available for CFS Volunteers 

                                         

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC Ind - YES

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

 

Geoff Brock Ind Member for Frome - YES

Question 9

Do you support total exemption for CFS volunteers from the carrying ond filling in of work diaries as set out in the heavy vehicle driver fatigue legislation?

Labor Party - UNDER CONSIDERATION
Consideration at the national level on streamlining the laws

 

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC Ind - NO

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

 

Geoff Brock Ind Member for Frome - YES

Question 10
Do you agree we need to fund the CFS adequately to ensure they are equipped to Handle (as far as is humanly possible) a wildfire of the ferocity of Victoria’s Black Saturday?

Labor Party - YES
If re-elected the State Labor Government will continue to work closely with the sector in identifying potential hazards and how best to prepare and equip the ESOs

 

Liberal Party - YES

 

Greens - YES

 

Robert Brokenshire MLC Family First - YES

 

David Winderlich MLC Ind - YES

 

John Darley MLC Ind - YES

 

Geoff Brock Ind Member for Frome - YES

COMMENTS


Liberal Party - The Liberal party has promised $13 million to the CFS and SES over 4 years. This is on top of the recent $7.2 million allocated to the CFS by the Labor Government.


Greens

The Greens strongly support the vital work of the CFS. Increased funding to provide better facilities, equipment, training and education, is central to the Greens SA Bushfire Protection policy.

 

Robert Brokenshire - In my opinion, this government in not being bi-partisan on the introduction of the ESL (look at comments in the media and at Hansard at the time) have caused a lack of financial growth opportunity to fund CFS adequately. This must change now.


"If you would like to see the full response of the survey from The Hon Michael Wright, Minister for Emergency Services, please call the state office on 8244 6500 or email admin@cfsva.org.au and a copy will be sent to you."

 

Letters of Support received form MPs and candidates

Lyn Breuer MP, Member for Giles (Labor)

Frances Bedford, Member for Flory (Labor)

Kris Hanna, Member for Mitchell (Ind.)

Dan van Holst Pellakaan, Liberal candidate for Stuart

Ben Dineen, Labor candidate for Bragg

John Fulbrook, Labor candidate for Kavel

Vanessa Vartto, Labor candidate for Unley

Leesa Vlahos, Labor candidate for Taylor
Tim Looker OAM, Labor candidate for Morphett

News

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CFS Volunteer National Parks Pass
Applications for Park passes are now open. There are plenty of passes still available so get your application in today! To access the application form and read more information click on title

2010 AFAC AIPM VOLUNTEER LEADERS PROGRAMS
Nominations are now open for the next 2 VLPs to be held at Manly in April and May 2010.

DECEMBER 2009 CFSVA BULLETIN
The December 2009 CFSVA Bulletin is now available to download. It contains important information for drivers of CFS appliances and brigade captains

CFSVA QUESTIONNAIRE
This questionnaire has been sent to every SA State Member of Parliament. It will also be sent to candidates for the next state election in the coming weeks. All responses and non responses will be placed in the "Members Only" section of the website for the information of volunteers

CFSVA LETTER TO THE ADVERTISER RE SCHOOL CLOSURES
Read the CFSVA letter to The Advertiser published Saturday 21 November 2009 re school closures on days of 'catastrophic' fire danger ratings.
 


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TRAUMA TEDDIES TO THE RESCUE

Trauma Teddy

Trauma teddies are used by fire and rescue services all over the world to assist in the management of children involved critical incidents. The teddies offer a degree of comfort to children facing traumatic situations such as road accidents and house fires.

Trauma teddies are available for purchase by CFS brigades and members. These cuddly bears are reasonably priced at $25 (GST inc) and are a great gift idea for children and babies.
 
 
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