Telebooms are critical for performing rescues from heights and fighting large scale fires. All 5 are out of date and constantly failing.
The latest to break down is from Sunshine, where is had only recently returned to after being broken down for months.
Due to a lack of planning and investment these appliances have been left in service well beyond their 15yr FRV mandated lifespan, and these days they spend more time in the workshops than in fire stations.
This pattern of failures contradicts the Minister for Emergency Services, Jaclyn Symes, denial that old Trucks were not fit for purpose.
FRV Commissioner, Gavin Freeman, should worry less about photo opportunities with a ‘new toy’ and demand that his workforce are given the resources they need to protect the Victorian communities they serve.
