Through the NWM Health and Safety Committee, concerns have been raised as to the adequacy of information provided regarding the changeover to new TAIT Portable Radios. In particular, the different styles of lapel microphones, the scanning function and the identification of new vs. old style radios.
The attached documents are intended to provide some clarity on the issue and should be read in conjunction with Operations Bulletin 004/2012 – TAIT Portable Radio Usage Guidance.
We have also made arrangements with CFA Headquarters to produce a further Operations Bulletin that will provide a greater level of understanding of using the ‘scan mode’ on the new portables. This should be released in the near future.
I would ask that all members within your brigades have this information made available to them and if there any concerns or questions please let me know.
Regards
Jamie Hansen
Operations Officer
District 14
Northern & Western Metropolitan Region
