South Australian Country Fire Service Promotions UnitRaising awareness of the roles, training and activities of 15,500 CFS Volunteers state-wide
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South Australian Country Fire Service Promotions Unit Raising awareness of the roles, training and activities of 15,500 CFS Volunteers state-wide http://www.fire-brigade.asn.au |
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Sunday, February 05, 2012 2:52:59 AM
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16 Appliance
A 16 appliance carries approximately 1500 litres of water, and is a 6 wheel drive capable vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) of under 5 tonnes. As a rule, they only carry 2 members, and they can also be utilised as a command vehicle, or assist in logistics work. A 16 appliance is generally suited for all terrain combating grass, scrub and bushfires. All 16 appliances carry equipment for combating rural fires. Specifications Each 16 appliance carries a basic set of equipment, which can include:
Additional equipment may be carried on the 16 appliance, depending on the brigade requirements. This equipment may include: Please Note: The above information is provided as an example of a typical appliance of this type. Actual equipment and configuration of appliances may vary to suit requirements of the station to which it belongs.
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This Information was provided by the SACFS Promotions Unit http://www.fire-brigade.asn.au |
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