Training consists of a number of courses which are run thoughout the year.

Some are mandatory before going out on jobs. For instance Induction, First Aid and Introduction to Rescue. All training is provided free by S.E.S. and is of Nationaly recognised Standard.

Training is conducted on Wednesday nights from 7:00p.m. and on some weekends.

It's not only the field personel who require training. Our operations officers need to understand how the system works.

Here is a list of some of the courses available.

• First Aid
• Introduction to Rescue
• Flood Boat Operators
• Storm Damage Operators
• Map Reading & Navigation
• Land Search
• Chain Saw Operators
• Four wheel drive
• Workplace Trainer Cat.1 & 2 & 3
• Disaster Rescue Operators
• Communications

Class of '98 learning First Aid (theory)

Practical Instruction in First Aid