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Inspection report shows Surrey Fire and Rescue Service is in “much better shape”
A new report, published today (Wednesday 15 December 2021), shows improvements have been made to Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS). The report by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) showed an improvement in six out of the 11 categories assessed – five of which have been rated as ‘good’. … Continue reading
Emergency Services plea to prevent drink and drug driving in Surrey this Christmas
Emergency Services in Surrey are warning residents about getting home safely this Christmas as data shows a peak in drink and drug driving during the winter months. The campaign is a result of the 233 road traffic collisions attended last winter (October-January) by Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, almost a quarter of which were caused … Continue reading
Tri-service emergency control room goes live for Surrey, West and East Sussex
A tri-service emergency control room for Surrey, West and East Sussex Fire and Rescue Services has gone live today (Wednesday 17 November). Surrey’s control room originally started taking calls for West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service (WSFRS) in December 2019. In January last year, East Sussex Fire Authority made the decision to join the tri-service … Continue reading
How safe is your little scarers costume this Halloween?
It took under a minute for a monsters Halloween t-shirt to be engulfed in flames during a fire safety screen test by Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) and Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards. The screen test included a variety of garments and accessories such as witch hats, capes, skeleton tights and pumpkin tops. Three … Continue reading
Surrey, West and East Sussex are recruiting 999 call handlers
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service is looking to recruit new control room officers. The emergency room also cover West Sussex’s mobilising and control and are due to welcome East Sussex onboard later this year. The role requires someone with an impeccable telephone manner, quick thinking and a good level of commitment. Sally Wilson manages Joint … Continue reading
Protect our commons and say #BurgerOff to BBQs!
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is urging residents to say ‘Burger Off’ to disposable barbecue’s and pack a picnic instead if they’re heading out and about this Summer. Already this year, the service has been called to over 500 fires in our outdoor spaces. The service has also created a map showing the location, … Continue reading
Surrey welcomes eight new firefighters!
On Sunday 22 August, Surrey Fire and Rescue Service welcomed eight new on-call firefighters to the service. The firefighters have undertaken a modular initial training course over a period of 4 months which included fire ground training as well as how to use hose, fire service ladders, breathing apparatus, road traffic collision equipment and much … Continue reading
Parade celebrating 34 firefighters who joined during the pandemic
On Sunday (25 July) Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) hosted a pass out parade for the 34 firefighters from five recruitment courses who joined the service during the pandemic. The recruits, who are currently serving across 18 of 25 Surrey fire stations, were not able to celebrate starting their new careers due to COVID-19. … Continue reading
Surrey and West Sussex Fire and Rescue Services invest in live streaming tech for 999 calls
Capita’s 999eye software is launching on Saturday (1 May) at Surrey and West Sussex’s Joint Fire Control meaning when residents call 999, they’ll now be offered the opportunity to contribute a live video stream to the emergency control centre. Upon calling 999, callers are now asked if they want to provide a live video stream … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service’s response to the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) regarding the fatal fire in Banstead on Friday 19 March.
The thoughts of everyone within Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) are with the resident’s family and friends. Early detection of a fire is always key, it alerts someone to the fire and can also allow them the chance to get to a safer place before we arrive. In regards to this particular fire in … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service wins landmark court case against unsafe vessel on River Thames
After almost two years, Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has won a landmark court case against an extremely unsafe vessel on the River Thames. The 10-bedroomed vessel ‘RoR’ (also known as Rhythm of the River) was being used as a bed and breakfast style resort for both long and short-term stays. The case started … Continue reading
Calling all Veterans across Surrey and beyond!
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service and Surrey Civilian-Military Partnership Board (SCMPB) are delighted to host their second online Veteran’s Hub on Tuesday 2 March from 6.30pm to 7.30pm. In addition to offering comradery, the hub will provide veterans, ex-service personnel and their families with the opportunity to get together virtually to receive support and advice … Continue reading
Covid-19 inspection report praises Surrey Fire and Rescue Service
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service was inspected by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) in September 2020, regarding the way in which they responded to the Covid-19 pandemic; the findings have been published today. The service summarised HMICFRS’s findings as: The service – was able to make an effective initial … Continue reading
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service welcomes 12 new firefighters
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) welcomed 12 new firefighters into the service last month. Out of the group, 10 are wholetime and two on-call. The group of wholetime have completed their 14-week training which started on Monday 14 September. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the pass out parade has been postponed and will be … Continue reading
Fire Service plea to prevent Christmas cooking chaos
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service’s (SFRS) is reminding residents of how to prevent festive fires in the kitchen this Christmas. This comes as the Service reports that during the festive period they see a 33% increase in house fires, with kitchen and chimney fires accounting for majority of them. These fires are particularly common amongst … Continue reading
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