Summary
LIVES and property will be put at extra risk in the event of a national disaster because Scotland's fire brigades are unable to work together, it was claimed last night.
The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) said it feared units from different parts of the country would struggle to work together on a major incident because they use incompatible equipment and training.See the full content of this document
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Fire Crews 'Not Equipped for National Crisis'
The FBU said local fire and rescue leaders had failed to co- ordinate basic kit, including breathing apparatus and engine pumps, as well as procedures and policies.
The union fears slow movement towards...See the full content of this document
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