Fire & Rescue NSW Station 455 Rutherford in Rutherford, New South Wales, Australia | Medical and health

Fire & Rescue NSW Station 455 Rutherford

Locality: Rutherford, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: 40154055

Address: 2 Mustang Drive 2320 Rutherford, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.fire.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 It's R U OK?Day, a reminder that every day is a day to start a conversation that could change a life. Today we're calling on Australians to learn what to say after R U OK? so they can keep the conversation going when someone says they're not OK. There's more to say after R U OK?... Learn what to say when listening with an open mind Learn what to say when encouraging action Learn what to say when checking in Learn how to continue a conversation that could change a life. When we know what to say next we can help someone open up and find pathways to support long before they're in crisis. Learn what to say next and help us move closer to our vision of a world where we're all connected and are protected from suicide. Head to www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

25.01.2022 || CALL OUT || 11:58am, 17th November. After a busy morning, HT455 and P455 were responded to another call out to assist other agencies. Decontamination area was established and with crews in BA, they conducted atmospheric monitoring on the premises and assisted in the process to remove overflow substance from bunded areas. In attendance: NSW Ambulance NSW Police Force EPA... #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire #FRNSW See more

25.01.2022 EAST MAITLAND | Multiple Fire and Rescue Stations from the Newcastle Region including Fire and Rescue NSW Station 374 Maitland Fire & Rescue NSW Station 455 Rut...herford Newcastle Fire Station Fire and Rescue NSW Station 382 Morpeth and Fire And Rescue NSW Station 454 Tarro responded to a house fire early this morning and while the house was totally destroyed by fire, there is a happy ending to this tail. Six residents had managed to self-evacuate when crews arrived however, the family dog, Betty, was still trapped inside the home. Thinking the worst, firefighters worked for over an hour to bring the blaze under control. Towards the end of operations, with the structure badly compromised, crews noticed Betty moving through the rubble of the second story towards a balcony. Firefighters were able to use a ladder platform to lift Betty safely from the balcony and into the arms of her worried owners. Betty was very happy to be rescued and is being treated by the local veterinary clinic but is expected to make a full recovery. #MoreTheFire #PreparedForAnything #DogRescue

23.01.2022 Today we attended a Hazmat Incident along Kyle Street, Rutherford. Firefighters donned fully encapsulated suits and entered the premise to identify the substance. The substance was sampled, contained and the area rendered safe. #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire #FRNSW #HAZMAT Also in attendance: Newcastle Fire & Rescue 260... Fire and Rescue NSW Station 374 Maitland Fire and Rescue NSW See more

22.01.2022 KEEPING NSW SAFE | Today we officially launched our exciting state-of-the art practical training facility at our Emergency Services Academy in Orchard Hills. O...ur world-class training ensures we have the right skills to be #PreparedForAnything to help keep you safe in any emergency. Check out our photo gallery from today's event. #MoreThanFire #Training

21.01.2022 DON'T RISK IT! TEST IT! | The following photos are from a fire that occurred in the bedroom of a unit while the occupants were asleep. The smoke alarm did not a...ctivate because as you can see, it is missing a battery. The family were very fortunate to escape. You cannot smell smoke in your sleep and WORKING smoke alarms can be the sound that saves your life! Please - test your smoke alarm, replace the battery if you need to and give it a good vacuum every month. Only working smoke alarms help save lives! #PreparedForAnything #ProtectTheIrreplaceable

20.01.2022 LEST WE FORGET | On Remembrance Day, we pay our respects to those who died fighting to protect our nation. If you’re attending an event in NSW today, please remember to stay COVID-safe by physical distancing, wearing a mask where necessary and following the current rules for gatherings. Together, we will remember them. ... #RemembranceDay2020 #MoreThanFire #Community

18.01.2022 FIRE SAFETY TIP #07 | Camping with an open fire? Make sure your fire pit is located downwind and at a safe distance from other flammable materials. If you are cooking over an open fire, never leave your cooking unattended or without adult supervision. For camping fire safety tips, visit us: https://fal.cn/3ciNf

18.01.2022 || ASSIST THE PUBLIC || 8:35am, 1st December 2020. Crew from 455 Rutherford were called to assist the public. On arrival, a member of the public had rescued a baby kookaburra who had fallen 10 metres out of a hollow, located in a gum tree. The baby was placed safely and gently back in its nest. A great result for all. #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFires

18.01.2022 WE REMEMBER | Today marks National Police Remembrance Day, where we commemorate the service and sacrifice of the members of the NSW Police Force who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Much like our firefighters, police officers dedicate their lives to protecting our NSW community. Today we recognise their courage and commend all those who have lost their lives to keep us safe. #MoreThanFire #Community

18.01.2022 FIRE SAFETY TIP #05 | Check your BBQ connections, hoses and cylinders before use so your next flame grill doesn't turn into a flaming disaster. For BBQ fire safety tips, visit our website: https://fal.cn/3cfwu.

17.01.2022 TRAINING Tonight 455 brushed up on their road crash rescue and rescue saw skills! Holiday season is fast approaching and unfortunately motor vehicle accidents happen more often during these times so it’s important we keep these skills up! Even though Rutherford fire station is not a primary rescue station we are still able to assist our friends NSW Ambulance and other Fire & Rescue stations. #MoreThanFire #preparedforanything #FRNSW

16.01.2022 WE HELP KEEP YOU SAFE | You may see our firefighters wearing new washable cloth face masks when out and about. This is to help keep you safe from risk and spread of COVID-19. You can help too. Wear a face mask if it's hard to maintain a 1.5 metre distance from people, especially when you’re on public transport, in supermarkets and at places of worship. View the latest NSW Government advice: https://fal.cn/3asNO. #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire #StopTheSpread #Covid19

16.01.2022 FIRE SAFETY TIP #04 | Cigarettes can be deadly in more ways than one. House and grass fires are commonly caused by improperly extinguished or tossed cigarettes. Always discard and extinguish cigarettes in a container made from either metal, glass or ceramic material - like an ash tray. For more fire safety tips, visit us: https://fal.cn/3cdS1.

15.01.2022 Crews from 455 in our Pumper and Hazmat Tanker attended this incident. Crews got to work assisting Fire and Rescue NSW Station 349 Kurri Kurri protecting the exposed houses next door, preventing it from jumping to neighbouring properties. Unfortunately the house was completely destroyed.

13.01.2022 NATIONAL ROAD SAFETY WEEK | Every day across NSW, emergency services personnel respond to crashes, breakdowns and other incidents on our roads which can place u...s at risk. Help protect us, while we protect you When you see flashing lights, move over and slow down #NRSW #DriveSOS

13.01.2022 COVID-19 and hay fever share some similar symptoms. This means it may be difficult to tell the difference between them. If you have any COVID-19 symptoms (even... if you suspect it’s just your first allergy attack of the season), get tested immediately for COVID-19. If the test result is negative and symptoms persist, talk to your GP about a management plan during the COVID-19 pandemic. https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//frequently-asked-questions.

13.01.2022 HAPPY FATHER’S DAY | From our Fire and Rescue NSW family to yours, we wish all fathers and father figures in our community a safe and happy Father’s Day. We hop...e you have a special day. Remember, if you are attending a gathering today please do so responsibly and in accordance with the current restrictions. #MoreThanFire #Community #Father'sDay2020

11.01.2022 Just after 7am this morning, Fire and Rescue NSW responded to reports of a truck rollover near the East Maitland exit on The Hunter Expressway, Buchanan. Firef...ighters arrived on the scene to find a truck had lost its trailer and rolled down an embankment, injuring the driver and spilling the contents of the truck across the road. The crash detached the diesel tank, which resulted in fuel leaking in a nearby water catchment. Hazardous materials crews from Fire & Rescue NSW Station 455 Rutherford and Newcastle arrived on scene to contain the 400m diesel spill and worked with the NSW Police, NSW SES and the NSW Rural Fire Service to render the area safe. The driver of the truck was treated on scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being airlifted to hospital for further treatment. Crews remained on scene for a length of time, to clean up the significant amount of debris the accident caused. Photos courtesy of Fire and Rescue NSW Station 349 Kurri Kurri #preparedforanything #fireandrescuensw #fireandrescueandhazmat

11.01.2022 || TRAIN FIRE || 23rd November 15:29pm Crew from 455 Rutherford were responded to a Train Fire at Lochinvar. On arrival crews from FRNSW and RFS found the engine compartment was alight and all personnel had self evacuated the locomotive. Crews quickly rendered the area safe whilst monitoring hot spots utilising the TIC. A job well done by all. #RFS #DCLH2... #HAZMAT #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire See more

10.01.2022 With very hot and potentialy windy conditions a Severe fire danger is forecast for the Hunter area tomorrow Sunday 29th Nov 2020. A Total Fire Ban has been declared!

10.01.2022 FIRE SAFETY TIP #06 | Make sure your caravan or motor home has a working smoke alarm to ensure your holiday memories are good ones. If there is a fire, act fast. Get out, stay out and call Triple Zero (000). For more camping and caravan fire safety tips, visit us: https://fal.cn/3ch9j

09.01.2022 || HAZMAT Incident || Good job to our HAZMAT techs, Fire And Rescue NSW Station 454 Tarro and Fire and Rescue NSW Station 377 Minmi

09.01.2022 Today we performed a PIP (pre incident plan) at Home Consortium. This gives us thorough knowledge of the building fire safety systems and the location of equipment that we need to access in the case of a fire. This information is saved and available through our MDT (mobile data terminal) so that en-route to a fire call we have all the relevant information at our finger tips. #ProtectTheIrreplaceable #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire #FRNSW

08.01.2022 Hazmat Tanker 455 is currently on scene at this incident. Please avoid the area as lengthy delays are expected.

08.01.2022 Today we performed a PIP (pre incident plan) at Airds of Lochinvar. This gives us thorough knowledge of the building fire safety systems and the location of equipment that we need to access in the case of a fire. This information is saved and available through our MDT (mobile data terminal) so that en-route to a fire call we have all the relevant information at our finger tips. #ProtectTheIrreplaceable #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire #FRNSW

08.01.2022 Fire & Rescue NSW station 455 Rutherford currently has vacancies for the role of retained (on-call) firefighter. Fire & Rescue NSW’s (FRNSW) retained (or on-ca...ll) firefighters are everyday men and women who balance their work, study and family commitments with a critical ‘on-call’ role in their local community. Retained firefighters work as part of a team to provide, when needed, an extraordinary service to their community. Our firefighters respond to a wide variety of emergency incidents including building fires, grass and bushfires, chemical & HAZMAT incidents, motor vehicle accidents and much more - no two jobs are the same. This is a paid part-time position with entitled annual leave and superannuation contributions. Some of the requirements of being a Retained Firefighter are that: - You must have a current NSW driver's licence; - You must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia; - You must live and/or work within a reasonable distance of Rutherford Fire Station to respond promptly to emergency incidents; - Day time availability (between 6am & 6pm) is preferred. If you are interested in this role,apply by clicking (or copying and pasting) the link! https://jobsnsw.taleo.net/careersect/rff_eoi/jobdetail.ftl Join the team that protects the irreplaceable.

07.01.2022 How good would this be , 44 meters in the air

06.01.2022 At 1645hrs this afternoon we were called to reports of a 2 vehicle MVA (motor vehicle accident) persons trapped. Luckily on arrival all persons had self vacated the vehicles with only very minor injuries. 455 assisted NSW Ambulance and rendered the area safe before returning to station. Fire and Rescue NSW #Preparedforanything #MoreThanFire... #ProtectTheIrreplaceable See more

06.01.2022 GET READY WEEKEND | A well-prepared home is more likely to survive a bushfire. Can you spot the 5 actions needed to prepare this property? There are 5 simple steps to prepare a property for bush fires: 1. Trim overhanging trees and shrubs to stop the spread of fire. 2. Mow grass and remove the cuttings, have a cleared area around your home.... 3. Remove material that can burn, like wood piles and furniture. 4. Clear debris from your gutters to stop embers causing a fire. 5. Prepare a sturdy hose or hoses that can reach around your home and make sure you’ve got a reliable source of water. Remember, you need to prepare well beforehand as leaving it to the last minute is too late. Get prepared now at myfireplan.com.au #PreparedForAnything #ProtectTheIrreplaceable

05.01.2022 ||ANIMAL RESCUE|| 14:25pm, 18th November. Crew from 455 Rutherford were responded to an Animal Rescue. A small kitten had manage to find his way down a narrow drain pipe. Quick thinking from our QF Powell, a make shift animal rescue pole was created, which FF manage to pull the kitten from the pipe unharmed. A great outcome for all. #ProtectTheIrreplaceable #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire #FRNSW

04.01.2022 COLD SNAP | Thinking of using a wheat bag to stay warm tonight? Think again! Only use wheat bags for direct application to body aches and pains. Wheat bags can ignite, and are not designed to replace hot water bottles for warming beds. Regularly check your wheat bag for signs of wear and tear or scorching. With age the fillings dry out and become combustible. #PreparedForAnything #ProtectTheIrreplaceable

04.01.2022 || MVA PERSONS TRAPPED || 12:58pm 1st December 2020 Crew from 455 Rutherford were called to an MVA Persons Trapped. On arrival, all personnel were outside the vehicle, the area was rendered safe. #PreparedForAnything #MoreThanFire

04.01.2022 In the early hours of Tuesday the 15th of September we were called to reports of a car fire. On arrival crews found an abandoned car completely engulfed by flames. The crew worked to extinguish the car but was completely destroyed by the fire. Here is a firefighters perspective while working to extinguish the car fire. #Preparedforanything Fire and Rescue NSW

04.01.2022 There has been a Total Fire Ban declared today! But what does this actually mean? There is always a little bit of confusion around what we can and can’t do around Total Fire Bans. When a Total Fire Ban (TOBAN) is declared this means as the public we must; Have NO fires in the open for cooking or camping.... NO welding or grinding to be conducted outdoors, NO barbecues using solid fuel such as wood, charcoal or heat beads. NO lighting fires in the open. Farmers should reconsider any tractor work/slashing on their properties. We can still use gas and electric BBQs as long as it is controlled by an adult and a continuous water source is nearby (e.g garden hose). If you see a fire please report it to 000 Immediately! #preparedforanything #FRNSW #ProtectTheIrreplaceable

02.01.2022 || GAS LEAK || We are currently on scene at a Gas Leak on Bunning Avenue, Rutherford. Please avoid the area as the road will be closed until the leak is repaired. Also in attendance: Jemena... #MoreThanFire #PreparedForAnything #FRNSW

02.01.2022 FIRE SAFETY TIP #03 | Decorative lights may become very hot so keep away from children and flammable materials such as wrapping paper, decorations or curtains and don’t leave burning candles unattended.

02.01.2022 On this day 19 years ago, 343 Firefighters ran into the World Trade Center doing their job and never returned. 60 Police Officers didn’t return home from that shift. 8 EMT/Paramedics heard their last call and didn’t return home.... Today we remember their bravery and sacrifice.

02.01.2022 This long weekend, when you change your clocks, check your smoke alarm! Many smoke alarms installed before or in the couple of years since 2010 are now starting to reach the end of their life span and will need to be replaced if they are out of date. Don’t risk it, test it. Working smoke alarms help save lives.... #PreparedForAnything #ProtectTheIrreplaceable

01.01.2022 || HAZMAT DRILL || Yesterday November 30th, Fire + Rescue firefighters from 455 Rutherford, 418 Paxton, 202 Abermain & 432 Raymond Terrace participated in a joint HAZMAT drill at Rutherford fire station. firefighters had to work together to secure the scene and identify what the mystery spilled substance was, neutralise and render the area safe. With Rutherford having a hazmat appliance (HT455) these joint training drills are a great way for other fire stations to gain know...ledge and experience around hazmat techniques and the gear we use. Fire and Rescue NSW Station 418 Paxton Fire and Rescue NSW station 202 Abermain Raymond Terrace Fire & Rescue #MoreThanFire #preparedforanything #FRNSW