Volunteer Bushfire Brigade Survey
The introduction of the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 has shone a spotlight on Local Government responsibilities for managing BFBs. In addition, the State Government is currently drafting the Consolidated Emergency Services Act, which consolidates the Fire Brigades Act 1942, Bush Fires Act 1954 and Fire and Emergency Services Act 1998 into a single piece of legislation, anticipated to be released as a Green Bill in early 2023.
The peak association for local governments in WA, the WA Local Government Association, has developed a proposed advocacy position for the arrangements for Management of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades.
Before the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale Council forms a position on WALGA's advocacy position, the Shire is seeking feedback and input from our local brigades and volunteers.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact your Brigade Captain in the first instance.
This survey should take approximately 5 minutes to complete.