Work has started on a new station that will boost services in South Western Sydney – and provide facilities to cater to modern fire fighting personnel.
The $6.6m facility will also offer more space for firefighters, equipment and vehicles, as well as improved working conditions and dedicated cleaning areas.
It will also meet the needs of a diversifying firefighting workforce, with provision for amenities for male and female firefighters.
It also incorporates new design measures to reduce potentially dangerous materials being brought back from firegrounds under FRNSW’s Clean Firefighter program.
The station will be fitted with energy efficiency measures that lower the building’s environmental footprint, including sun screening on the most exposed sides of the building, skylights for natural lighting, and wind turbine ventilators over the engine bay to provide natural ventilation.
Member for Liverpool Charishma Kaliyanda, who helped turn the sod (pictured) said the new fire station, which will be located in Busby, will provide a boost to the area’s capability to respond to emergencies.
“It will enable the local crew to return to the community and continue to provide the best possible service to the people of Miller and surrounds.”
Fire and Rescue NSW Acting Commissioner Jeremy Fewtrell said the new station will be a workplace where firefighters will be proud to operate.
“The greatly improved working environment will provide firefighters with the facilities they need to ensure they are prepared for anything – to help anyone, anywhere, anytime.
“The old station couldn’t support a diverse firefighting crew and was unable to provide the separation between work and living areas that is crucial for a modern, firefighting workplace.’’
