‘Supportive Employee’ title for Service at Dyslexia Awards
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service has scooped another award after a thorough evaluation at the 2020 Dyslexia Awards, held virtually on Friday, 27 November. The Service won the the ‘Supportive Employer’ title for the second time – previously awarded in 2017 – with judge and Founder Elizabeth Wilkinson saying: “It is most definitely an exceptionally […]
Fire Service hosts Facebook live vehicle rescue
To highlight the dangers of winter driving, Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is hosting a live Facebook casualty rescue known as an ‘extrication’. Almost a third of all collisions in Shropshire (in 2019) ended in death or serious injury Long-term emotional impact of RTCs can devastate families Facebook audience invited to submit questions live to […]
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service pledges support for Electrical Fire Safety Week 2020
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has pledged its support for Electrical Fire Safety Week – Monday, 23 to Sunday, 29 November 2020. The week will see organisations from across the UK, work together to encourage consumers to purchase and use genuine electrical products correctly and ensure they are working safely and efficiently. Throughout the […]
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Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service Warns of dangers ahead of Diwali
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to ‘think twice’ about hosting Diwali or ‘Festival of Light’ firework displays ahead of this weekend’s celebrations. Jon Temple, Head of Protection and Prevention – the teams that support businesses and residents, said: “Diwali is an important festival and usually a major celebration for communities across […]
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Stay fire safe this Halloween
There are some simple safety tips you can follow to make sure your Halloween weekend is an enjoyable one. Fire safety tips Plastic capes and bin liners are often used as costumes – keep them away from candles or other naked flames Use battery operated lights within homemade lanterns and pumpkins. Battery operated lights are […]
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service due to launch Wholetime Firefighter recruitment drive
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking applicants for vacancies expected to arise over the next 12 months from Monday, November 9 at 10am. Ahead of applications opening, a social media campaign – starting on Monday, 2 November – will provide applicants with guidance on the recruitment process. Information will be made available about the […]
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service Warns against fireworks, bonfires, and Diwali displays
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to ‘think twice’ about hosting DIY bonfire and Diwali displays in the coming weeks and adhering to new lockdown restrictions, confirmed by the government today. Jon Temple, Head of Protection and Prevention – the teams that support businesses and residents, said: “With the country now in national […]
Open to All – Taster Sessions
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service has overcome challenging COVID-19 regulations and announced the latest round of dates for its firefighter taster sessions next month. Rigorous safety measures have been put in place allowing the sessions to continue despite a change in restrictions and will now happen on Wednesday, 7 and Wednesday, 14 October. The taster […]