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NSW SES The Rock Unit

Locality: The Rock, New South Wales

Phone: +61 132500

Address: Urana St 2655 The Rock, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 At the end of the month NSW SES will go online with the Public Access Defibrillation (PAD) Program to support NSW Ambulance. What does this mean? If NSW Ambulance has a surge in demand for Ambulances, they are also able to activate NSW SES units to attend cardiac arrest calls in addition to their paramedics (who will still attend.)... NSW SES units are equipped with Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and can bring their AEDs to these support callouts. It’s an additional layer of support that we can provide to the ambo’s when they are busy - if we can get a defib to a patient just moments earlier than they can get there, it could be enough to save a life. Nine News: https://youtu.be/0PEkHN2rEYs

25.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Tony McPhail the Unit Commander. Tony has been a volunteer for 39 years as a volunteer with 15 years in the SES, 25 years in the VRA, and 22 years in the RFS. Tony stated he became a volunteer to help when others needed help.... For Tony, he enjoys the NSW SES and the way the team melds and becomes a family. When asked about what advice he hasfor people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, you are joining a great team, help your local communities and to have rewarding experiences.

25.01.2022 It’s National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Tamara Stewart she is one of our youngest volunteers at 16 years old. Tamara has been a volunteer for 8 months. She stated she became a volunteer to help when others needed help.... For Tamara, she enjoys the NSW SES and the way the team becomes a family and all the skills and knowledge she is learning that will carry on with her as she gets older. When asked about what advice has for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, you are joining a great team, and look at a volunteer organisation that perks your interest.

25.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Keith Fraser one of our members. Keith is one of the trainers for the unit. Keith has been a volunteer for 20 years. He has volunteered with the NSW SES, VRA, RFS and St Johns. ... Keith stated he became a volunteer to help when others needed help. For Keith, he enjoys the NSW SES being able to helo people and to be sent anywhere in the State and other states to help people in times of need. When asked about what advice he has for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, you are joining a great team, help your local communities.

24.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Nikola a member of the unit. Nikola has been a volunteer for 2 and a half years. Nikola joined because she enjoys giving back to the community and volunteering ins some capacity, and with the NSW SES she has also been able to gain valuable skills. ... For Nikola, she enjoys the NSW SES as she enjoys helping people in need and working along hsideer fellow volunteers. They have become family, and as such the all have each others backs. When asked about what advice she has for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, if you have ever thought about volunteering I would suggest jumping in and having a go at any taks/training that is offered to you as it can be fun and beneficial in both a professional and personal capacity.

24.01.2022 Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS... For people in parts of Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes and Riverina Forecast Districts. Issued at 1:48 pm Tuesday, 1 December 2020. DAMAGING WINDS ASSOCIATED WITH THUNDERSTORMS IN THE SOUTHERN INLAND Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Condobolin, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Young, West Wyalong, Griffith, Narrandera, Lockhart and Darlington Point. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. * Unplug computers and appliances. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

22.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Ben Pickup a member of the unit Ben has been a volunteer for 13 years. Ben joined the SES after a hailstorm in Armidale and has seen the SES at a display session. He participated in some activities and loved it. ... For Ben, he enjoys the NSW SES as he get to meets so many different people and making friends for life while doing unique activities. It's rewarding to turn up and help change someones day. When asked about what advice he has for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, just do it, you will not regret it and will have the time of your life and learn so many new skills.

21.01.2022 Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Parkes, Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Hay, Cobar and Ivanhoe. Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the South Coast, Southern Tablelands, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: ... * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. * Unplug computers and appliances. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500. The next warning is due to be issued by 8:55 pm.

20.01.2022 On the weekend two of The Rock SES members completed there rcr (road crash rescue) training and passed there assessment congratulations to Tahlor Styles and Corrie Putland on the hard work you both have put in

19.01.2022 REMINDER With the potential for our volunteers to be out anytime now is a timely reminder of how to react around emergency vehicles. If we have our red and blue lights flashing, please slow down and give us space. If in a speed zone of 80kmh or less you must slow to 40kmh. ... If an emergency vehicle is behind you with their lights and sirens, indicate and pull to the left. Your help keeps us safe and allows us to respond to emergencies safely.

19.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Oliver Crispin one of our members and a Peer Support team member as well. Oliver has been a volunteer for 2 and a half years.... Oliver stated he became a volunteer to do thins he couldn't do anywhere else. He wanted to give something back. Growing up in a community constantly threatened by major floods, volunteering with the NSW SES was an apt way to give back to the community. For Oliver, he enjoys the NSW SES being part of the community and friends within the NSW SES is a bonus. He gets to work alongside a whole bunch of selfless people who give their all for the community. When asked about what advice they have for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, Go for it. There are so many opportunities in the SES to gain new skills and to bring what you already have to the organisation. I'm a social worker by day and I have been able to use these skills to join the statewide Peer Support Unit, in addition to volunteering locally. Come along and see what the SES has to offer. The only thing you'll regret is not doing it sooner.

18.01.2022 RED and BLUE ! What do you do? When Bob sees red and blue lights in his rear view mirror, he doesn't panic, he indicates and pulls to the left when safe to do so. ... Bob doesn't try to overtake and out run emergency vehicles. Bob is smart Bob is safe Be like Bob Recently the SES & emergency services were activated to reports of a person trapped In a Motor Vehicle Accident at Murrumi. Two SES rescue vehicles responded to the incident, one of those vehicles while under lights and siren reported that a member of the public over took them and attempted to out run the emergency vehicle. Fortunately, this dangerous behaviour did not result in a collision, However the vehicle and number plate were reported to NSW Police for further investigation Within the Road Rules 2014, rule 78 stipulates that "If a driver is in the path of an approaching police or emergency vehicle that is displaying a flashing blue or red light (whether or not it is also displaying other lights) or sounding an alarm, the driver must move out of the path of the vehicle as soon as the driver can do so safely". When an emergency vehicle is behind you with lights and/or sirens, they are responding to a potentially life-threatening emergency. If your loved ones were in that car crash, their house on fire, being physically attacked or in cardiac arrest, you would want emergency services there as quickly as possible. So please, if you see red and blue lights in your rear view mirror, don't panic, indicate your intentions and pull to the the left (when safe to do so).

18.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Steven Phillpot a member of the unit and a trainer. Steven or Phillpot has been a volunteer for 13 years. Phillpot joined the SES to help the community and learn new skills. ... He enjoys the NSW SES it is a family atmosphere and the friends you make along the way. He also enjoys the feeling you get from helping the community in their time of need. When asked about what advice he has for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, I highly recommend it, as it is a great place to meet new people and learn new skills that can be used in your everyday life.

16.01.2022 Members of The Rock SES have been out again today this time in Lockhart with more trees down if you need help with trees down or building damage caused by the storms please call 132500

15.01.2022 A notice from the RFS

15.01.2022 Tonight members of The Rock SES were called to a persons trapped accident at Big Springs Members worked alongside NSW Ambulance, RFS and NSW Police Thanks to those members who attended

14.01.2022 NSW SES is the largest provider of Road Crash Rescue in country areas of New South Wales and maintains accredited Road Crash Rescue units. These units are located in rural areas spread across the state including Lord Howe Island. Every year NSW SES volunteers respond to hundreds of serious motor vehicle accidents. Road Crash Rescue accredited units undergo extensive training to meet the demanding skills required to undertake such rescues and units have specially equipped veh...icles that provide them with the equipment they need to remove people trapped in vehicles. Over the last couple of weeks NSW SES The Rock have trained hard to make sure they are ready and prepared. Being a Road Crash Rescue Operator is one of the many roles that you can do depending on what you like and what you want to learn. To learn more, visit the NSW SES website / volunteering: https://bit.ly/2GQwyvN #nswsesvolunteers #nswses #volunteering

13.01.2022 This afternoon members of The Rock SES were out and about again this time after the wind storm if you require help please call 132500

13.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Tom Melbourne a member of the unit and now chainsaw go to person. Tom has been a volunteer for 18 months. ... Tom joined the NSW SES to use skill set he already had and to build up new ones. He enjoys the NSW SES as you have the ability to perform tasks that most people wouldn’t see in there day to day life’s and have fun doing it, with the addition of a bit of banter When asked about what advice he has for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, you are going to have to get Accustom to a large group of minds that are all working towards the same goal , it’s amazing so remember you won’t change the world, but you will change the world for someone in need and it has to be one of the most humble feelings.

11.01.2022 TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS For people in South Coast, South West Slopes, Riverina, Lower Western, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains and Upper Western Forecast Districts.... Issued at 2:57 pm Saturday, 28 November 2020. Weather Situation: Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Batemans Bay, Canberra, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Deniliquin and Hay. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. * Unplug computers and appliances. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

11.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Monica and Bernie our dynamic duo. They have been a volunteer for 8 months. ... We joined because even though we are not the fittest people, there is a place for us at SES. We love it because there are so many things to learn & amazing people to work with as a family. When asked about what advice they have for people who are thinking about joining, Don't think you can't there is always a way to help if you want.

10.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Tahlor. Tahlor has been a volunteer with the NSW SES for 3 years, and is also a volunteer with the RFS. ... Tahlor stated she became a volunteer to advance her current emergency response skills in a new environment and to challenge myself with some much more unfamiliar. For Tahlor, she enjoys the NSW SES is being able to get involved with the community and give back to people in worse conditions. When asked about what advice she has for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, besides having the opportunity to help people and develop lifelong skills, you will gain so many amazing experiences. It's like joining a new, exciting big family. The best thing she has ever done.

09.01.2022 Calling all Bushwalkers!! Have you ever thought about putting your existing recreational skills and experience to use in the community? The NSW SES is regularly called upon by the NSW Police Force to assist with Landsearch, often for missing people where our volunteers are deployed to cover specific search areas.... Building on your map reading and navigation skills, we provide further training and qualifications including First Aid, Participate in a Rescue Operation and Landsearch. Interested in finding out more? come see us on any wednesday night and have a chat

08.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING, LOCALLY DESTRUCTIVE WINDS, LARGE HAILSTONES and HEAVY RAINFALL For people in parts of Central West Slopes and Plains, Riverina, Lower Western and Upper Western Forecast Districts. Issued at 1:03 pm Monday, 21 September 2020.... Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging, locally destructive winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Condobolin, Nyngan, Wagga Wagga, West Wyalong, Griffith, Narrandera, Cobar, Bourke, Wanaaring, Brewarrina, Enngonia and Fords Bridge. The State Emergency Service advises that people should: * Move your car under cover or away from trees. * Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony. * Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences. * Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill. * Trees that have been damaged by fire are likely to be more unstable and more likely to fall. * Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. * Don't walk, ride your bike or drive through flood water. * If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue. * Be aware that run-off from rainfall in fire affected areas may behave differently and be more rapid. It may also contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. * After bushfires, heavy rain and the loss of foliage can make the ground soft and heavy, leading to a greater chance of landslides. * Unplug computers and appliances. * Avoid using the phone during the storm. * Stay indoors away from windows, and keep children and pets indoors as well. * Stay vigilant and monitor conditions. Note that the landscape may have changed following bushfires. * For emergency help in floods and storms, ring the SES (NSW and ACT) on 132 500.

07.01.2022 Tonight for training members of The Rock SES learned about working around a tractor and how different it can be compared to a car they had to take into account the size of the vehicle and how to secure it from moving Thanks to those members who attended and welcome back everyone

07.01.2022 CHANGES IN NSW SES PROCEDURES: COVID-19 Given the expected length of the COVID-19 emergency the NSW SES has enhanced our call taking and response procedures so our volunteers can stay safe whilst helping communities during storms and floods. In taking your call for emergency assistance we will ask if anyone at the property has flu-like symptoms or has been diagnosed with the COVID-19 virus. ... NSW SES will still respond to your request if you say yes to any or both of these questions. They will just use this information to use risk mitigation strategies so they can stay safe. While our NSW SES Response Team is traveling to your property they may contact you via mobile phone seeking pictures or videos of the damage to your home or business. NSW SES volunteers will maintain appropriate physical distancing whilst at your property and may need to communicate with you via mobile phone in some circumstances. We may also provide self- help advice so you can do temporary repairs to your own home or business. We will only do this if appropriate and safe to do so, given the circumstances and nature of the damage and actions required to make your property safe. We appreciate your support whilst we implement these important measures so we can continue to provide emergency services to the community while protecting the safety of our volunteers. For emergency assistance in storms and floods call NSW SES on 132 500. #NSWSES Saving Lives and protecting Communities. It’s what we do.

06.01.2022 today at 11am members of The Rock SES were called to a persons trapped accident near mango Members worked alongside NSW Ambulance to safely remove the side of the vehicle and release the casualty Thanks to those members who attended

06.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Shane McLachlan one of our members and trainers. Shane has been a volunteer for 26 years. Shane joined the SES in 1994 and has also been a member of the VRA and the RFS. He joined after the 1994 bushfires. He has been a team leader and a Local Deputy Controller, Division Training Coordinator and the Regional Learning Development Officer. ... For Shane, he enjoys the NSW SES as he get to meets so many different people and helping the community. When asked about what advice he has for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, its the most rewarding experience they can have and the opportunities are endless. It allows you to learn leadership and teamwork skills.

05.01.2022 This WOW Day we thank all orange Volunteers! Tomorrow is Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day) but due the challenging nature of recent events, we will continue to thank and celebrate our NSW SES volunteers online throughout National Volunteer Week (18-22 May 2020). They have truly gone above and beyond to protect their communities. If you can, show your support by wearing something orange on Wednesday to say thanks. Share your video or photo of thanks during National Volunteer Week and tag @NSWSES and use the hashtag #thankyouNSWSES

04.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Allisyn Dickson a member of the unit Allisyn has been a volunteer for 5 years. Allisyn joined the SES to help the community and challenge herself. ... For Allisyn, she enjoys the NSW SES as she get to meets so many different people and making friendsshe has enjoyed learning how to make the fake injuries for training activities for members. When asked about what advice she has for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, just do it, its a great opportunity to meet new people.

03.01.2022 It's National Volunteer Week, so we are profiling some of your local members. Meet Trent Mills one of our newer members. Trent has been a volunteer for just over a year.... Trent stated he became a volunteer to help when others needed help and to braoden his skillsets. For Trent, he enjoys the NSW SES allows him to meet knew people and forming new friendships through mutually helping others in need. When asked about what advice they have for people who are thinking about joining, the answer was simple, Give it a red hot go, you might pick up new skills or find a new hobby or interest.

01.01.2022 after a late night doing more tree jobs members of The Rock SES have been back at it today with more trees down across roads and on houses Once again thanks to all the members for there time and 100% effort they always put in 24/7 365 days a year