Women firefighters from District 8 extinguish the gas prop
It was a day of live fire, learning, and laughter when 18 women from District 8 brigades came together at VEMTC Bangholme on Sunday 13 November for a women-only training session.
During the Bangholme Skills Acquisition Day, the women rotated through various activities involving live fire, in a safe and supportive environment. These included the use of props on the PAD, with buildings and cars on fire in various scenarios, using different fire extinguishers and a discussion about asbestos.
It was an opportunity for newer and experienced members alike to learn new things, brush up on their skills and help each other.
The training was organised by The Women’s Network, which aims to create an inclusive environment in CFA where women are equally represented across all levels of CFA. It is important for CFA to increase and maintain existing numbers of women, provide leadership training for women, introduce women to brigade, group and district leadership roles and provide confidence-building opportunities.
This initiative was entirely led by volunteers, who identified their needs and sought the help of staff to establish this opportunity for the Women’s Network.
Opportunities like these for volunteers will continue into the future to support them in the important work they continue to undertake.
(L-R) Megan McDonald & Loretta Binder remove their BA after tackling a scenario-
District 8 Women's Network Bangholme Skills Aquisition Day Participants
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Lisa Sparling operates the pump
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(L-R) Sarah Croft & Celia Massie-Bertei approach the gas prop
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(L-R) Shandelle Ross, Megan McDonald, Sarah Croft & Laurinda Scorgie work together to bring the fire under control during a scenario
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Olivia Duffey |