The NSW Fire Brigades' purpose is to enhance community safety, quality of life and confidence by minimising the impact of hazards and emergency incidents on the people, environment and economy of New South Wales. As one of the world’s largest urban fire and rescue services, we manage fire emergencies in NSW’s major cities and towns. We respond to rescues, hazardous materials incidents and possible terrorism activities across the State. We work with other government agencies to minimise the impact of bushfires, storms, floods, landslides, building collapses, motor vehicle accidents and other emergencies. We also run prevention and preparedness programs to prevent these emergencies and reduce their impact on the community.
Current safety campaigns
Kitchen fire safety
Almost half of home fires start in the kitchen. The NSW Fire Brigades is urging households to be mindful of fire dangers in the kitchen and take some simple steps to help protect your home and your family from a kitchen blaze.
Home escape plans a must
If you woke up in the middle of the night to the smoke alarm sounding and the smell of smoke, would you remember where the nearest exit was? Would your family?
Winter fire safety
With the arrival of winter and colder weather, indoor activities will increase and so will our reliance on heating, lighting and electrical appliances. These household items, if faulty or left unattended, can increase the risk of a fire starting in the home.
Emergency Planning for Commercial Sites with Dangerous Goods
Do you have a site with a notifiable quantity of dangerous goods? The NSW Fire Brigades has collated information on what you need to do, a brief overview of the legislation which relates specifically to Emergency Plans and more.
Latest news
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Public exhibition of the draft Fire Brigades Regulation 2008 Friday 8th August 2008
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More than 100 volunteers join the Fire Brigades Community Fire Unit Program
More than 100 community volunteers from across NSW will learn how to prepare their homes for the summer bushfire season this weekend at a NSW Fire Brigades (NSWFB) bushfire training...
Friday 1st August 2008 -
Commissioner warns of kitchen fire dangers
NSW Fire Brigades (NSWFB) Commissioner Greg Mullins today called on householders to take simple steps to protect themselves and their families from kitchen fires, revealing that almost half of all...
Friday 1st August 2008 -
Firefighters return to work Wednesday 30th July 2008
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Firefighters move into new Nowra Station
NSW Fire Brigades (NSWFB) Commissioner Greg Mullins today announced that Nowra's firefighters had moved into a new fire station in Norfolk Avenue, South Nowra, marking a positive step forward for...
Thursday 24th July 2008 -
Firefighters honoured for actions at Redfern fire
Eight firefighters have been recognised today for going beyond the call of duty when a fire tore through a three-storey building in Redfern last November. Minister for Emergency Services, Nathan Rees...
Friday 4th July 2008
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Photo of the Week
NSWFB donates a supply of old fire hoses to elephant keepers at Sydney's Taronga Zoo. The hoses will be used to create durable toys and other exhibit features.