by admin | Dec 9, 2014 | News
Did you know that it takes the sensors of most gas detectors 60 seconds to register and alarm when a dangerous environment is detected? In 60 seconds, most human beings can walk over 80 meters. So in that minute, you could walk into an oxygen depleted or toxic...
by admin | Dec 9, 2014 | News
Yesterday a group of 13 trainees had an aerial view of Washdyke from the baskets of their Elevated Work Platforms (EWPs) as they experienced the practical session of their training. There were a few gasps as the machines stretched high, but they’d learned all...
by admin | Nov 18, 2014 | News
Good confined space and BA refresher at Holmglen St today.
by admin | Nov 13, 2014 | News
We planted the F&ST Timaru edible garden today, outside the new classroom. Strawberries, a lemon tree, tomatoes, courgettes, lettuces and herbs will help some healthy lunches. We’ve planted swan plants too, so the monarch caterpillars get lunch as...
by admin | Oct 17, 2014 | News
Congratulations to Dwayne Burgess, a volunteer fire fighter from Twizel who gained his Class 2 licence today. Dwayne’s training is an extension of the Emergency Response Driving courses Colin delivers for F&ST.
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