Firestyle Magazine: Issue 6 - Winter 2016

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FIRE SERVICE RELATED Bad parking and bizarre driving sparks fire service campaign A new campaign has been launched as fire chiefs say the number of incidents in which motorists hinder emergency service vehicles with erratic driving and poor parking is worse than ever before. The I Need My Space campaign comes after an increasing number of drivers have delayed fire engines getting to incidents. Motorists are putting lives at risk by blocking off roads and even stopping on box junctions outside fire stations. However, it is not just parking that is the problem and firefighters say some drivers are not sure what to do when they hear the sirens blaring. Some slam their brakes on immediately and risk causing an accident while others try to tailgate behind the vehicle which can cause a crash particularly if more than one engine has been deployed. Assistant Chief Officer Andy Bowers said: “The issue of motorists blocking the paths of emergency services vehicles is worse than ever before. “Some drivers are parking opposite one another making an entire road inaccessible while others are actually stopping by station exits, often in the hatched areas”, “On the road we have to deal with motorists who are unsure what to do to allow emergency vehicles to pass, and often slam on their brakes the minute they hear the siren, as well as people who try and tailgate when we have gone past. “Everyone should make sure that they know what to do for emergency vehicles, and ensure that their actions do not slow our vehicles down. “Please also remember that although you may only hear one siren, there may regularly be more than one emergency vehicle responding. The golden rules are: CALM: Don’t panic or speed up in an attempt to get out of the way. Don’t go through red lights or veer into a bus lane as you will still be prosecuted. Do not attempt to outrun a fire engine. You are not allowed to drive down the hard shoulder. You will still be breaking the law. ALERT: Turn distracting music down and check mirrors to help determine the direction and number of emergency vehicles. Look for somewhere safe to pull in but avoid kerbs, pavements, bends and junctions. Watch out for other motorists braking suddenly. RESPONSE: Indicate, check your mirror and move to the left when it is safe to do so. Wait patiently to ensure all emergency vehicles have gone and then safely move back out into traffic. The Highway Code rule 219 states: “You should look and listen for ambulances, fire engines, police, doctors or other emergency vehicles using flashing blue, red or green lights and sirens or flashing headlights, or traffic officer and incident support vehicles using flashing amber lights. 20 When one approaches do not panic. Consider the route of such a vehicle and take appropriate action to let it pass, while complying with all traffic signs. If necessary, pull to the side of the road and stop, but try to avoid stopping before the brow of a hill, a bend or narrow section of road.
VOLVO TRUCKS STRIKES BACK WITH COBRA AT THE EMERGENCY SERVICES SHOW - BIRMINGHAM NEC Volvo Trucks exhibited a special 12-tonne GVW FL-240 Fire Appliance fitted with the installation kit for the latest ‘Cobra’ high pressure, ‘cold cut’ fire extinguisher system and 100% recyclable co-polymer, plastic bodywork by Strong’s Plastic Products, at The Emergency Services Show, which was held at the Birmingham’s NEC. Visitors to the Show inspected the 3.8 metre wheelbase FL-240 on the Volvo Trucks stand, which features the ‘Cobra’ cold cutting extinguisher technique that uses a mixture of water and cutting agents, delivered at very high pressures via a nozzle system mounted on a lance, carried and directed by the firefighter. The technique can rapidly cut through all known types of construction materials, including concrete. Safety is aided as the fire is combatted from the building’s exterior via a hole so small that oxygen cannot reach the source of the fire. Thanks to the ‘Smart-Shaft’ drive-line system installed on the FL-240, the ‘Cobra’ C360 kit installation can be operated either simultaneously or independently in conjunction with the Godiva water pump fitted to the vehicle. Specification of the Volvo FL also includes fitment of the Allison AL205 6-speed automatic transmission with PTO and a six person crew cab. The drive axle is air suspended. Volvo Trucks offers a range of Euro-6 vehicles for the Emergency Services from the tough and durable Volvo FL and FE to the highly flexible Volvo FM. All are available with a large range of cabs, trims and horsepower ratings from 210hp- 460hp to suit all requirements from 10-tonnes upwards and all are available with fully automatic or automated gearboxes. 21
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