CFRS Weekly Update - 08.09.2023
Changes to SI 0008 Operational Use of Radios and MDTs including NWFC Booklet
This communication is to inform crews that the Communication Fall-back procedures within SI 0008 have been amended to fall in line with North West Fire Control’s Fall-Back levels.
A further appendix, Appendix B, has also been added to summarise the different Fall-Back Levels, and is available to print off where required, if it is announced that NWFC have moved to a specific level of communication Fall-Back.
Paul Dean, Station Manager, Operational Planning Department
Update Local Command Unit 5 - Penrith Alston and Lazonby
The Station Manager responsible for Penrith and Headquarters will still be Scott Cameron. Ant Rooney will be responsible for Alston and Lazonby Fire Stations. This is a short term position until we appoint a new Station Manager in the LCU 5 position.
Mike Clusker, Group Manager
Vacancy - Driver Training Manager - CFRS0105
We have an exciting opportunity for the right person to lead the Driver Training team, as Driver Training Manager. This is a permanent post, 37 hours per week, and the role will be based within the Learning &Development service.
As the Driving Training Manager, your role is instrumental in delivering Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service Training Plan. Your primary duty is to guarantee the competence, safety, and well-being of staff members during their driving assignments. You will oversee the planning, development, and delivery of Emergency Response Driver (ERD) training, in addition to other driving-related training programmes.
Your key responsibilities include ensuring that all staff meet the requisite training standards, maintaining requalification schedules, adhering to current best practices and legislation, and ensuring training meets quality standards and purpose. Prior managerial experience is advantageous since the role involves direct management of a small team of Driving Trainers.
To apply, candidates must:
- Complete the CFRS application form
- Attach supporting information (no more than 2 A4 pages) that outlines how you meet the essential criteria on the attached post specification (PG 7930).
All documents should be clearly named and then sent to:
Recruitment@cumbriafire.gov.uk by 15th September 2023.
Shortlisted Candidates will be invited to a selection process.
If you have any queries about the application process, our service, the promotion board, or anything else, please contact our dedicated recruitment team.
Cumbria Fire Local Pension Board
Do you want to get involved in the governance of your Fire Pension Scheme?
Are you interested in being a Scheme Member Representative?
Cumbria Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority (CCFRA), as Scheme Manager of the Cumbria Firefighters Pension Schemes (Cumbria FPS), is looking to appoint a Scheme Member Representative to the Cumbria Fire Local Pension Board (the Board).
We’re also looking to appoint an additional substitute to the scheme Member Representative role on the Board.
To find out more click here or email Firepensions@cumbriafire.gov.uk
Cumbria Fire Local Pension Board
If you would like to attend one of the Cumbria Fire Local Pension Board meetings, the next meeting is 10am on Thursday 8th November 2023 at Cumbria Fire & Rescue Service HQ Penrith in the Community Room.
Future Meetings
10am Monday 12 February 2024
10am Monday 20 May 2024
10am Monday 5 August 2024
10am Monday 4 November 2024
(Venues to be confirmed)
Sandra Sedgwick, Senior Advisor, Pensions
DBS Amnesty Forms
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Following the letters being sent to staff last week announcing the beginning of the DBS amnesty period; please can all CFRS staff, grey and green book, complete the amnesty form whether or not you have something to declare? The fastest method of completing the form is online which can be accessed the QR Code below. Please do not hesitate to contact HR with any questions. |
Uniform Update - Polo Shirt Roll Out
The new duty rig polo shirts have now arrived in Stores, and we're arranging to distribute them to all stations in the coming weeks. Our official launch date for these shirts is set for 2nd October, so we kindly request that you refrain from wearing them until that date. You will receive half you allocation initially with the remainder to follow.
Upon receiving your polo shirts, we encourage you to try one on to ensure the sizing is a perfect fit. If you find that the sizing is not suitable, please complete the form linked below. Once you've done that, place the polo shirts you wish to return in the internal mail to the Stores Penrith, making sure to include the provided ticket number. Our Stores team will process your returns and issue replacements accordingly. |
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To expedite the replacement process, it's crucial that we receive the original polo shirts first. Therefore, replacements will only be issued upon the return of the original items. To guarantee you receive your replacements in a timely manner, please make sure to submit any replacement requests no later than Friday, 27th September.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. We're excited to launch the new polo shirts starting from 2nd October!
To expedite the replacement process, it's crucial that we receive the original polo shirts first. Therefore, replacements will only be issued upon the return of the original items. To guarantee you receive your replacements in a timely manner, please make sure to submit any replacement requests no later than Friday, 27th September.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. We're excited to launch the new polo shirts starting from 2nd October!
Felicity Lynch, Station Manager, Operational Assurance
CFRS Unison Rep
My name is James Gibson, Assistant Branch Secretary of UNISON Cumbria Police Branch and Crime Scene Manager (CSM).
It is my great pleasure to inform you of my appointment as your UNISON Trade Union workplace representative in this respect.
By way of introduction, I have served in policing roles for the past 30+ years, initially joining Cumbria Constabulary as a Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) in February 2001 and qualifying as a UNISON union steward shortly thereafter.
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As a UNISON Rep I have proudly represented many colleagues across departments, working hard to navigate through a very large range of diverse and impactive issues which have affected some or all staff, campaigning tirelessly to achieve best outcomes possible for our members. |
I am a graduate of the UNISON Northwest Organising Academy and have the personal skills and experience necessary to provide an increased level of trade union support to you and your colleagues in the workplace.
I understand the importance of the work you do and how austerity may have left members feeling undervalued, underpaid, and overworked.
If you are a UNISON member and wish to have a conversation, or you have an interest in joining UNISON, please do not hesitate to contact UNISON on the following details: james.gibson@cumbria.police.uk or join online at joinunison.org.uk
I look forward to working together with UNISON members and the organisation so together we can achieve positive outcomes.
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