WC James McEwan celebrated 25 years wholetime and 14 years On-Call at Dumbarton with both of his crews on Tuesday evening. SC Wardle was on hand to present him with his leavers tally’s and certificates to mark this occasion
#SFRS
Congratulations to On Call Crew Commander Robert Strang from Carradale Community fire station on being awarded the KFSM in the New years honours list from LSO McKay and everyone at
@abewdhq
thoroughly deserved. Well done Robert 🚒🔥
This week we say cheerio to a service legend, as GC Albert Bruce retires. Albert held a number of roles within the area over the years before moving to a national water safety role. A tremendous officer with a real desire to develop others. A career to be extremely proud of 👏 👏
Well done to all our crews who attended an extremely challenging incident at the Taynuilt Inn near Oban yesterday. Crews worked throughout the day to bring the incident under control. Pictured is the ALP based at Oban Community Fire Station which is operated by our RDS crew.
It's official, Team EWDAB have completed the
#DoddieCup555
after 555 gruelling miles its all over. Outstanding effort from the whole team,cyclists and support crew! Off to Murrayfield
#rugbyscotland
Happy retirement to WC Dougie Black, who finished his last shift this morning with Amber Watch, Oban. Dougie started his career with Oban RDS, before moving to Wholetime at Cowcaddens and Yorkhill, before returning to his home town. All the best for the future 👏👏 🚒
Former captain of the
@Scotlandteam
and player with
@Lionsofficial
, Rob Wainwright has served as a Vol Firefighter for approaching 20 years.
Having been a hugely influential team player, joining the local crew was the “natural thing to do” when moving to the island of Coll.
Congratulations to WC John Devine on his retirement. LSO McKay presented John with his retirement certificate after completing nearly 30 years service. Many of you will know John from NTC, and recently as part of the EWDAB training team. Congratulations on a fantastic career 👏👏
Congratulations to the firefighters from Shetland, Orkney, Millport, Strachur & Bridge of Orchy who completed the BA CFBT course at Oban. A fantastic 2 weeks, and a great group of people.
Massive thanks also to the EWDAB TED team. Another great course from start to finish 💪🔥🚒
It was a proud evening for the crew at Tobermory, as they recognised the phenomenal service of WC Iain Noble at his final drill night. After 42 years Iain hung up his fire kit for the last time. A true fire service legend. Best of luck for the future Iain 👏 👏
Congratulations to our new On Call Firefighters from Barra, Oban, Kinlochleven, Tobermory, Dumbarton & Strachur, who all completed their TTM course at Oban today. Keep the effort going, and hopefully see you again soon for BA 🔥 🚒
#YouAreSFRS
#WeAreSFRS
#TrainLocal
A Massive Congratulations to Group Commander Des Oakes who retired today after 29 years of dedicated and exemplary service. An outstanding officer, we wish you all the very best for your future.
Congratulations to SFRS newest On Call fire fighters after completing their T&TM course at Oban, now heading home to help protect their communities in Tobermory, Cove, Dunvegan, Bathgate, Gourock, Rothesay, Ardfern & North Berwick.
#Oncall
#SFRS
#teamwork
#lifelonglearning
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Do you live in Arrochar, Balloch, Bowmore, Campbeltown, Cove, Dumbarton, Dunoon, Garelochhead, Helensburgh, Inveraray, Lochgilphead, Tarbert, Tighnabruaich or Tobermory? We’re recruiting RDS Firefighters, and we have vacancies in your town
#newchallenge
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Area trainer Wullie Reeves retires after 44 years 6 months dedicated service. Flame Award and retiral certificate presented by SC Anthony Mallon.
#SFRS
Well done to all the students on the On-call BA CFBT course at Oban. Now going to back to serve their communities in Pebbles, West Linton, Gairloch, Portree, Arrochar, Tighnabruaich, Lochgoilhead, Jura, Bunessan & Denny
#Oncall
#SFRS
#teamwork
#Hardwork
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A proud moment for CC Robert Strang being presented with his 30 years long service certificate from his son WC Gareth Strang ( Amber watch Dumbarton) Robert has served at Carradale community fire station for over 35 years, Congratulations Robert 🔥🚒
The EWDAB training team have been facilitating a national Breathing Apparatus course at Oban this week, with firefighters from Shetland, Orkney, Millport, Strachur, Lismore and Bridge of Orchy being put through their paces. Great performance and onto Carbonaceous next week 🔥 🚒
Pictures of the students from Arrochar, Tighnabruaich, Lochgoilhead, Jura, Bunessan, Gairloch, West Linton, Pebbles, Denny & Portree on their first day of the On call BA CFBT course at Oban community fire station
#Oncall
#SFRS
#workingwithus
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Congratulations to the students who completed their On Call TTM course at Oban. Scotland’s newest firefighters now head back to station to serve their communities in Tobermory, Dalmally, Kilmelford, Lochgilphead, Penicuik & Lochaline. Best of luck for the future 🔥 🚒
Did everyone see tonight’s
@STVNews
? 👀
Well if you missed it, follow the link below to see the fantastic coverage. It includes our brilliant all female crew at Campbeltown Fire Station discussing why they love their role in their community🔥🚒👩🚒
After 41 years service to the community of Kilmelford, CC Donald Smith hung up his fire kit last night for the final time. Donald’s commitment to his station and crew has been incredible over the years. Thanks for all your service Donald 👏 🚒
Congratulations to our latest On call fire fighters who completed their T&TM course at Oban. now going to help protect their communities in Pitlochry, Kinloch Rannoch, Arrochar, Tighnabruaich, Blackwaterfoot, & Dunoon.
#Oncall
# SFRS
#workingwithus
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Back on home soil! AC McKay, SC Wardle and WC Shaw bring the team across the border, the end is in sight and we are primed for the final push
#doddiecup555
Students from New Cumnock, Girvan Barra, Coll, Dunoon, Tobermory, Lochgilphead, Dalmally, Appin, Carradale, Lochgoilhead & Lismore complete the set exhausting exercise on the first day of the On call BA/CFBT course
#Oncall
#SFRS
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Well done to all the students from Portree, Coll, Kirkmichael, Arrochar & Cullen for completing their T&TM course at Oban community fire station. Now going to help protect their communities.
#teamwork
#workingwithus
#oncall
#hardwork
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A team from EWDAB will be taking on the Doddie555 Challenge, cycling from Cardiff to Murrayfield in aid of the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation raising money for further research into MND.
Please donate what you can to the team and for this great cause.
It’s BA and CFBT day 1 in Oban 🔥
Firefighter from Appin, Garelochhead, Craignure and Arrochar all continue their journey towards competency 🚒
Want to join us? Follow the link below 👇
Firefighter Iain Young Blue Watch Kirkintiloch hung up his tunic for the final time this morning 27 years, 9 months and 24 days working almost all at Kirkintilloch, tremendous achievement, thank you Iain for your Service we wish you, Katherine and family all the very best.
#SFRS
A team from EWDAB will be taking on the Doddie555 Challenge, cycling from Cardiff to Murrayfield in aid of the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation raising money for further research into MND.
Please donate what you can to the team and for this great cause.
Students from Tobermory, Gourock, Ardfern, Dunvegan, Bathgate, Rothesay, Cove & North Berwick learning new skills on the On Call T&TM at Oban. Taking another step closer to helping protect their communities.
#Oncall
#teamwork
#SFRS
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Amber Watch Clydebank and the Scottish Ambulance Service SORT team engaged in joint training, getting a good insight into their role and the specialist equipment they carry, this is vital for when working together at operational incidents!
#teamwork
#workingtogether
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Well done to the On Call firefighters who completed their BA/CFBT course at Oban today. Now going back to help protect their communities in Arrochar, Balloch, Tobermory, the Isle of Iona & the Isle of Coll.
#Oncall
#SFRS
#teamwork
#lifelonglearning
#Oban
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Students from Pitlochry, Kinloch Rannoch, Arrochar, Dumbarton, Tighnabruaich, Blackwaterfoot, & Dunoon on their On call T&TM course at Oban
#oncall
#workingwithus
#SFRS
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On Call students continue to develop themselves learning BA/ CFBT at Oban community fire station gaining more skills to help them protect their communities in Helensburgh, Port Ellen, Tobermory, Dalmally, Appin, Rothesay, Craignure & Gourock.
#Oncall
#SFRS
#teamwork
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Congratulations to the 6 students from the North & West SDA’s who completed their RDS TTM course in the sunshine in Oban today☀️
All 6 have been a credit to their areas throughout the whole course, and we wish them luck with the next stage of their development 🚒
LSO McKay presenting Watch Commander Roddy Shaw with his 30 years long service certificate. Rod has served at Rothesay community fire station for over 36 years & as a rural Watch Commander in EWDAB for nearly 3 years. Congratulations Roddy
#commitment
#SFRS
#Workingwithus
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Pictures from CC Derek Symons retirement presentation after 24 year’s service. LSO Joe McKay presenting his certificate and GC Gregg McKearney presenting his commemorative axe. Well done Derek you will be missed 🔥🚒
RDS TTM course at Oban now complete ✅
Congratulations to all the students, who now head home for station inductions, and are ready to serve their communities 🚒
See you all again soon for Breathing Apparatus and Carbonaceous Firefighting 🔥🔥
#YouAreSFRS
#WeAreSFRS
Congratulations to Watch Commanders Roddy Shaw and Kelly McSporran who passed their Active IQ Level 2 fitness course. Both are amongst the first instructors in Scotland to allow Fire fighter fitness tests to be done in our more remote communities
@SFRSYourSafety
Congratulations to some of SFRS newest BA wearers who completed the On Call BA/CFBT at Oban. Now going back to serve their communities in Tobermory, Craignure, Port Ellen, Helensburgh, Appin, Dalmally, Rothesay & Gourock. Well done to all.
#Oncall
#SFRS
#teamwork
#hardwork
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Congratulations to the 7 firefighters who successfully completed their RDS T&TM course at Oban Community Fire Station and are now helping protect their communities in the West & North Service Delivery Areas.
#sfrs
#safercommunities
First day completed of the On Call BA/CFBT course at Oban community fire station. Students from Tiree, Coll, Iona, Arrochar, Balloch & Tobermory continue their personal development by learning new skills to help them protect their communities.
#Oncall
#SFRS
#lifelonglearning
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Another 40 years honoured this evening, as WC Ronnie Ross from Arrochar was presented with an award to recognise his service by LSO Joe McKay.
What Ronnie has done for his community in this time, and continues to do, is incredible. Thanks for everything Ronnie 🚒
The Isle of Colonsay is one of the remotest stations in the area. The local crew are led by CC Chris Nisbet, and supported by On Call Support WC David Boyd and their supervisory officer SC Garry Miller. A fantastic crew, dedicated to their local community 🔥 🚒
Congratulations to the Firefighters from Campbeltown, Arrochar Garelochhead, Tarbert & Helensburgh on the successful completion of their RDS BA/CFBT at Oban today. Fantastic effort over the 2 weeks from an absolutely fantastic bunch. You’ve all been a credit to your station 🚒
First day of the On call T&TM at Oban students from Lochmaddy, Strontian, Kilchoan, Kinlochleven, Coll, Ardfern & Tarbert learning new skills to help them in their new careers. If you would like to become an On call fire fighter contact your local fire station and ask about PREP
Our training team are in Oban for the next 2 weeks to facilitate an RVDS BA course for personnel from the North and West SDA’s. Students got their first taste of being in a BA set today, as they got practical experience of personal protection and door entry techniques 🚒
Our TED team are off and running with the latest RDS TTM course at our training facility in Oban. We have candidates from both the West and North, who have stepped forward to serve their community. Great standard so far, and it looks like we’ll be in for a great 2 weeks 💪🚒
Congratulations to WC James Graham of Kirkintilloch on presentation of his 20 years Long Service Good Conduct Medal. Presented at E01 with Red Watch by SC Stephen Kelly 🎖️
#sfrs
#longservice
#kirkyfirestation
Congratulations to the 7 candidates from Dumbarton, Clydebank, Oban, Bishopbriggs and Kirkintilloch Fire Stations, who all successfully completed their Green Phase Assessments today. Great standard on show from everyone and well done on 3 years of hard work to get there 🚒
It’s another glorious day in Oban as week 2 of another RDS TTM course starts ☀️
We have students from Helensburgh, Campbeltown, Tarbert, Arrochar, Garelochhead & Kirkmichael, all acquiring the skills to take up the next stage of their development 🚒
#YouAreSFRS
#WeAreSFRS
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It started with a pilot in Lochgilphead, and progressed to 10 stations from Dunoon to Iona. It provided local access to PCR testing for thousands of people in some of the remotest communities. Today it concludes, and thanks to every one of our personnel who made it happen.
After 30 Years, 1 Month and 1 Day Station Commander Garry Miller has finished duty for the final time. We wish him a long and happy retirement after such a distinguished career. All the very best Garry.
@abewdhq
LSO McKay travelled to Islay yesterday, to catch up with the crews, and thank FF Graeme Smith for the 42 years he has spent in the Fire and Rescue Service.
An outstanding achievement and level of commitment in this time. Thanks for everything you’ve done over the years.
@abewdhq
team will be taking on the Doddie555 Challenge, cycling from Cardiff to Murrayfield in aid of the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation raising money for further research into MND.
Brilliant initiative today from Oban Green Watch and the CAT team at the local charities day. Both domestic fire safety and water safety covered, to target local residents and the large influx of tourists into the town. Money also raised for
@firefighters999
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#RespectTheWater
Congratulations to the newly qualified BA wearers who completed their training at Oban, now going to help protect communities in New Cumnock, Girvan, Barra, Coll, Dunoon, Tobermory, Lochgilphead, Dalmally, Appin, Lochgoilhead & Lismore. Well done all
#Oncall
#SFRS
#teamwork
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As part of International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements that women have made across SFRS. There are many reasons to consider a career with us, and here’s 5 to think about from our all female pump crew in Campbeltown🔥 🚒
#IWD22
#BreakTheBias
#YouAreSFRS
Oban community fire station hosting the first day of the On Call BA/CFBT course. Students from Balloch, Helensburgh, Arrochar, Luing, Craignure, Ardfern & Tobermory learning new skills to help them protect their communities
#Oncall
#teamwork
#SFRS
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Oban’s Dougie Black and Jamie Watson are heading on the 185 mile Hebridean Way. The route crosses 10 islands, linked by 6 causeways and 2 ferries.
Funds raised for:-
MND Scotland
The Firefighters Charity
The Eilidh MacLeod Memorial Trust.
Read more👇
Station Commander Stephen Kelly, with Watch Commander Allan Hunter on his Last Shift!
EWDAB and SFRS want to wish Allan and his family a long happy retirement.
With over 23 years commendable service in Glasgow's East and North, then back to his local community of Kirkintilloch
Congratulations to Firefighter John Fraser on being awarded the Queen’s Fire Service Medal 🎖
John has shown exceptional commitment to his local community on the Isle of Coll for 37 years, having been Dep Leader, Leader, then continuing as Firefighter. Well done John 👏 👏
Another great day of assessments for those in the current Crew Commander process. This couldn’t be done without our TED team facilitating, Management Team assessing, and local crews supporting their colleagues. A huge team effort across from across the area.
Well done to the latest trainee fire fighters who completed their T&TM course at Oban now going to help protect their communities in Strontian, Appin, Helensburgh, Forfar, Haddington, Arrochar, Iona, Tobermory & Craignure
#Oncall
#SFRS
#Teamwork
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They’ve only gone and done it! 🏉 Well done to our 3 Coll firefighters, and all the
@MNDoddie5
team who have delivered a match ball to Cardiff today ahead of the 6 Nations Doddie Weir Cup fixture. 500 miles, 48 hours, what an effort! Enjoy your day folks. You deserve it! 🚴♂️ 🏉 👏
3 firefighters from the Isle of Coll are setting off from Murrayfield this morning, on an epic 500 mile cycle over 48 hours to deliver a match ball for this weekends Doddie Weir Cup at the Principality Stadium, Cardiff. Best of luck from everyone in the area 🚴♂️ 🏉 💪
Another On Call Green Phase done ✅
Firefighters from Port Charlotte, Jura, Craignure, Bunessan, Luing, Kilmelford, Appin, Lismore & Bridge of Orchy, all gaining competency today and well done to everyone. 3 years hard work has now paid off 👍
#TrainLocal
#WeAreSFRS
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Congratulations to Firefighter George Reynolds who retires after a remarkable 36 Years serving his local community in Rothesay. The occasion was marked this evening by a presentation supported by Area with GC McKearney and SC Cameron attending. Well done and thanks George👏👏👏
Today marked WC John Hutchison’s last day shift at Milngavie. John has worked in a number of stations in City of Glasgow and EWDAB and will be hugely missed in the area. Congratulations on a fantastic career John 👏 👏
Officers from
@abewdhq
joined our Operational Crew at Clydebank today to observe a moment of reflection in honour of Firefighter's Memorial Day, remembering those who have fallen in the line of duty.
#NeverForget
Second week of the On Call T&TM course underway at Oban, students straight into pump drills. If you’re interested in becoming an On Call fire fighter contact your local fire station and ask about PREP or find out more on the SFRS website.
#Oncall
#SFRS
#teamwork
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Congratulations to the four firefighters from Bishopbriggs x2 , Clydebank & Helensburgh who passed their Green phase assessment at Dumbarton community fire station today. Well done to you all
#Hardwork
#SFRS
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Well done to the Wholetime candidates from Clydebank, Oban, Bishopbriggs and Kirkintilloch, who all passed their Green Phase Assessments today. 3 years of hard work resulting in an excellent performance from all candidates 🔥 🚒
#WeAreSFRS
#YouAreSFRS
It was phased assessment day for a number of our On call Firefighters at Dumbarton today. Excellent effort from everyone and well done to not only the candidates, but also their stations for helping prepare each person in the run up to assessment day 🔥 🚒
#YouAreSFRS
#TrainLocal
Well done to the On call fire fighters from Tighnabruaich community fire station who carried out an exercise at the local boat yard. Getting a LLP to work from open water, rescuing casualties and protecting surrounding property, well done everyone
#Oncall
#teamwork
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Congratulations to Kayleigh McInnes of Bishopbriggs Green Watch who has raised over £2775 for the Fire Fighters Charity doing this years London marathon!
The EWDAB Training Team are hosting an Incident Command Level 1 course at Dumbarton Community Fire Station this week. Today seen the first of the mock exercises taking place, with all those attending being assessed later this week. Good luck to everyone 🔥 🚒
Tobermory Fire Station last week, with a full crew of female firefighters representing and protecting their community. Vanessa, Kelly, Alison, Katherine and Lee. Female firefighters now make up a third of Tobermory's personnel and bring great diversity and skillset to the unit.
Candidates from Strontian in West Lochaber and Staffin on Isle of Skye, have made their way to Oban this week to complete their RDS Task and Task Management course with our training team.
Today was an introduction to hydrant drills and the first chance to get the fire kit on 🚒
Strong team effort during the night time cycle. Thank you to our hosts,
@RyanReynolds
@RMcElhenney
, Wrexham FC for your hospitality. Donations continue to roll in
Congratulations to John Fraser QFSM on his retirement. John completed over 37 years service on the Island of Coll. AC Joe McKay presenting John with his certificate and a few gifts.
#SFRS
# Coll # Oncall
That’s a wrap for the first week of the On Call BA/ CFBT course at Oban community fire station. Students now heading home for the weekend for a well deserved rest, see you next week for the Carbonaceous fire behaviour training.
#Oncall
#SFRS
#Oban
#teamwork
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3 firefighters from the Isle of Coll are setting off from Murrayfield this morning, on an epic 500 mile cycle over 48 hours to deliver a match ball for this weekends Doddie Weir Cup at the Principality Stadium, Cardiff. Best of luck from everyone in the area 🚴♂️ 🏉 💪
Busy day at Oban community fire station not only the On Call BA/CFBT course on, Blue Watch in the drill yard carrying out Ariel appliance drills.
#SFRS
#teamwork
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On Saturday, we held the second of our two On Call Seminars
@ScotFire_Oban
Community Fire station. The area management team delivered various presentations to support our valued On Call crews. Lots of positive ideas and engagement with our dedicated staff.
#investinginourstaff