A group of 16 experienced CFA firefighters from across the state were given the chance to be involved with operations and command training for controlling large-scale fires at the NSW Rural Fire Service Training Academy in Dubbo last week.
They were accompanied by acting deputy chief of operational doctrine and training David Maxwell, assistant chief fire officer Tim Landell, commander and instructor Simon Boink and experienced instructor Neil Thompson along with representatives from the VFBV including the state president Samantha Collins.
CFA were observing the course structure to implement and offer a similar course for experienced firefighters in Victoria.
Among the Victorian group officers and captains to attend was deputy group officer for Mount Macedon Group, Bevan Moody, representing District 2.
“The course incorporated intense practical training over six days bringing our skills up to effectively control and command large- scale fires,” Mr Moody said.
“It was a great opportunity to get a insight on how our NSWRFS counterparts train and operate.”
The successful candidates walked out with nationally accredited competencies for managing a multi-team sector and managing operations for a level two incident.
The team also had the opportunity to have a guided tour with the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
