schedule 5 - NSW Government

The Council of Hornsby
the Hornsby Shire Council
The Council of Ku-ring-gai
the Ku-ring-gai Council
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI ZONE
RFS Zoning Agreement

Table of Contents
1. Definitions....................................................................................................................3
2. Interpretation ...............................................................................................................4
3. Commencement and Term .........................................................................................5
4 Background .................................................................................................................5
5. Name ............................................................................................................................5
6. Staff Structure .............................................................................................................5
7. Group Structure / Advisory Committee.....................................................................6
8. Brigade Structure........................................................................................................6
9. Brigade Management..................................................................................................6
10. Zone Headquarters .....................................................................................................6
11. Equipment....................................................................................................................7
12. Brigade / Volunteer Training ......................................................................................7
13. Community Education ................................................................................................7
14. Finance and Accounting ............................................................................................7
15. Service Level Agreement ...........................................................................................8
16. Further Assurance ......................................................................................................8
17. Governing Law ............................................................................................................9
18. Waiver ..........................................................................................................................9
19. Review..........................................................................................................................9
20. Notices .........................................................................................................................9
20. Counterparts................................................................................................................9
21. Modification ...............................................................................................................10
22. Legal Costs................................................................................................................10
23. Entire Agreement ......................................................................................................10
24. Severability ................................................................................................................10
Annexure A Staff Structure
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Agreement made at enter address on enter date
Parties The Council of Hornsby of 296 Pacific Highway Hornsby in the state of
New South Wales ("the Hornsby Shire Council") and
Recitals
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The Council of Ku-ring-gai of 818 Pacific Highway Gordon in the state of
New South Wales ("the Ku-ring-gai Council") and
collectively referred to in this agreement ("the Councils")
The Councils have agreed to operate and manage the Rural Fire Districts as a Zone.
The Councils and the Commissioner have agreed to operate and manage the Zone under
the terms of a Service Level Agreement (SLA).
The Councils have agreed to delegate certain functions, powers and duties to the Zone
Commander (fire control officer) in accordance with the SLA.
The parties agree
1. Definitions
In this Agreement:
(a) "Act" means the Rural Fires Act 1997 (NSW) as amended.
(b) "Councils' functions" means the functions that the Commissioner has
agreed to exercise on behalf of the Councils
(c) "delegations" means the delegations made by the Councils to the Zone
Commander (FCO).
(d) "Districts" means the enter Hornsby Shire Council and Ku-ring-gai
Council rural fire districts
(e) "fire control officer" and "FCO" means the fire control officer
appointed for the Districts by the Commissioner.
(f) "Fire Fighting Apparatus" means all vehicles, equipment and other
things used for, or in connection with, the prevention or suppression of
fire or the protection of life or property in case of fire.
(g) "Fire Fighting Equipment" means the fire fighting apparatus used by
the rural fire services operating in the Districts.
(h) "Advisory Committee" means the Committee of senior field officers
established to consult with and advise the Zone Commander.
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(i) "Minister" means the Minister responsible for the administration of the
Act.
(j) "Premier" means the Premier of New South Wales.
(k) "Premises" means the land and buildings or parts of land and buildings
currently occupied or used by the rural fire services operating in the
Districts specified in the SLA.
(l) "rural fire services operating in the Districts" means the fire control
officer for the Districts, the deputy fire control officers for the Districts, the
group officers and the volunteer rural fire fighters forming the rural fire
brigades in the Districts.
(m) "Service Standards" means the Service Standards issued by the
Commissioner pursuant to the provisions of section 13 of the Act.
(n) "Zone" means the combined area comprising the Districts.
(o) “SMT” means Senior Management Team as per Service level
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2. Interpretation
In this Agreement:
(a) headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation; and
unless the context indicates a contrary intention:
(b) words importing the singular include the plural and vice versa, and words
denoting a given gender include all other genders;
(c) the expression "person" includes an individual, the estate of an
individual, a body politic, a corporation and a statutory or other authority
or association (incorporated or unincorporated);
(d) references to parties, clauses, sub-clauses, schedules, exhibits or
annexures are references to parties, clauses, sub-clauses, schedules,
exhibits and annexures to or of this Agreement and a reference to this
Agreement includes any schedule, exhibit and annexure;
(e) references to this Agreement, or any other deed, agreement, instrument
or document shall be deemed to include references to this Agreement,
or other deed, agreement, instrument or document as amended,
novated, supplemented, or replaced from time to time;
(f) a reference to an agreement includes a representation, undertaking,
deed, agreement or legally enforceable order or arrangement or
understanding, whether or not in writing;
(g) a reference to a document includes any written agreement and any
certificate or note or other document of any kind;
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(h) references to any person or to any party to this Agreement include that
person's or party's executors, administrators, successors and permitted
assigns;
(i) where any word or phrase is given a defined meaning any other part of
speech or grammatical form in respect of that word or phrase has
corresponding meaning;
(j) where the day on or by which any sum is payable under this Agreement,
or any act, matter or thing is to be done is a day other than a Business
Day, that sum will be paid and such act, matter or thing will be done on
the immediately preceding Business Day;
(k) where 2 or more parties to this Agreement make a joint covenant,
undertaking, representation or warranty, it will be construed to refer to
and bind each of such parties jointly and each of them severally;
(l) references to payments to any party to this Agreement will be construed
to include payments to another person upon the direction of such party;
(m) all payments to be made pursuant to this Agreement will be made by
unendorsed bank cheque or other immediately available funds; and
(n) reference to any legislation or to any section or provision of any
legislation include any statutory modification or re-enactment or any
statutory provision substituted therefore and all ordinances, by-laws,
regulations and other statutory documents issued thereunder.
3. Commencement and term
3.1 Notwithstanding the date upon which this Agreement is signed the parties agree
that the operation of the Agreement will commence on 1 st January 2006 and
continue for a period of 3 years unless it is terminated pursuant to provisions of
clause 19.
3.2 Prior to the expiration of the Agreement the parties may agree in writing to extend
the term of the Agreement for a further period.
4. Name
The Zone will be called the Hornsby/ Ku-ring-gai Zone and will incorporate
Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai districts.
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5. Staff Structure
5.1 The staff structure for the Hornsby/ Ku-ring-gai Zone is set out in Annexure 1
attached to the Agreement. The structure establishes functional areas of
responsibility as specified.
5.2 Appointment to positions will be in accordance with Rural Fire Service Policy.
5.3 Positions unable to be filled from existing district staff will be advertised and
appointed in accordance with Rural Fire Service Policy.
5.4 The Councils and the Commissioner have agreed to operate and manage the
Zone under the terms of section 28 of Service Level Agreement (SLA) .
6. Group Officer Structure / Senior Management Team (SMT)
6.1 The district Group Officer Structures will be retained. Selection and appointment of
Group Officers will be in accordance with the Service Standards.
6.2 The Group Officers will comprise the Senior Management Team.
7. Brigade Structure
7.1 The current district brigade structures will be retained. Any structural reform will
only occur in accordance with the Service Standards and SLA provisions.
7.2 Appointment of brigade officers will be in accordance with the service Standards
and delegations specified in the SLA.
8. Brigade Management
8.1 The current communication / information flow systems will continue. Minimum
standards to be adopted by brigades for internal communication and intra zone
communication. All correspondence is to be referred to the Zone Office.
8.2 All brigades will be administered in accordance with the brigade constitution
prepared and adopted in compliance with the Service Standards. District staff as
delegated by the Fire Control Officer may attend brigade annual general and
general meetings.
8.3 The Zone Office in accordance with the Service Standards will maintain a brigade
membership register. The Firezone management system will be the basis for the
membership register.
8.4 Discipline and grievances will be managed in accordance with Service Standards.
Issues will be referred through the District Liaison Officers to the Zone Manager
8.5 Captains meetings will be held in accordance with the Service Standards with the
dates set annually. The location of Captains meeting may be varied throughout the
Zone. All Captains are eligible to attend meetings.
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9. Zone Headquarters
9.1 The Zone will initially operate from the Hornsby/ Ku-ring-gai District Office at 143
Galston Road Hornsby Heights.
9.2 The establishment of a new office is a high priority. The Office will need to
incorporate Control Centre facilities in compliance with Service Standards. A
detailed analysis of options will be undertaken.
10. Equipment
10.1 Current estimates planning and equipment allocation systems will continue initially
with a transition to improvement and replacement programs based on Service
Delivery Model recommendations.
10.2 Rural fire tankers will remain the responsibility of the individual districts in terms of
maintenance, replacement and new allocations. Service Delivery Model
improvement and replacement programs will be developed for the Zone.
10.3 All fleet maintenance, repairs and servicing will be co-ordinated through the Zone
Operations Officer. A fleet maintenance agreement will be prepared and put to
public tender. A number of fleet maintenance service providers may be selected to
service the Zone.
10.4 Rural Fire Stations will remain the responsibility of the individual districts in terms
of maintenance, replacement and new allocations.
10.5 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will continue to be issued to volunteer firefighters
in accordance with Service Standards.
10.6 District equipment store facilities will be maintained and reviewed in conjunction
with continuous service improvement programs. Stores tracking systems will be
implemented for equipment allocation and issue.
11. Brigade / Volunteer Training
11.1 Training will continue to be provided throughout the Zone in compliance with RFS
training standards. Current district based training will be made available to eligible
volunteers from brigades throughout the Zone.
11.2 All current training venues will be retained. Training venues for specific courses or
training activities will be determined to suite the majority needs of the trainee
participants.
11.3 A one Training Committee will be established with the Training and Development
Officer holding the Executive Officer position on the Committee. The Committee
will have eight (8) RTC qualified volunteers with a minimum of two (2) per district.
11.4 Functional training co-ordinators may be appointed for defined functional training
disciplines within the Zone (eg chainsaw, RFD, VF etc).
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12. Community Education
12.1 Community education programs will be developed and facilitated through the Zone
Community Education Committee. The Risk Management Officer will be the
Executive Officer to the committee.
12.2 The Community Education Committee will comprise eight (8) active and accredited
Community Fireguard Facilitators with a minimum of two (2) per district.
13. Finance and Accounting
13.1 Estimates will be prepared for the districts annually in consultation with the
respective Council. Councils will approve the budgetary limits for estimates each
year. Councils will contribute 13.3% of the total estimates approved.
13.2 Funding for the Zone will be apportioned to the Districts on the following basis:
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� Zone office and fire control centre operating costs – equally shared.
� Staff Salaries and overheads – equally shared.
� Brigade operating costs including equipment M & R fuels etc – individual
districts.
� Capital Items and new equipment – individual districts.
� RFS Program Costs – apportioned pro-rata based on district estimates.
13.3 Each district will retain current district arrangements for the insurance of RFS
building assets and RFS vehicles.
14. Service Level Agreement (SLA)
14.1 The Zone Service Level Agreement (SLA) defines the conference of functions and
responsibilities between the Councils and the Commissioner of the Rural Fire
Service. The SLA specifies the services and level of support provided by each of
the organisations to each of the organisations.
14.2 The Zone SLA contains schedules listing the premises and equipment assets of
each of the districts.
14.3 The performance of the SLA is monitored and reviewed by the Zone SLA Liaison
Committee. The membership of the committee is established by the Service
Standards and is set out in the SLA.
15. Further assurance
The parties covenant and agree that each will do all acts and things and execute
all deeds and documents and other writings as are from time to time reasonably
required for the purposes of or to give effect to this Agreement.
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16. Governing law
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This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of
New South Wales.
17. Waiver
No waiver of any breach of this Agreement will be held or construed to be a waiver
of any other subsequent or antecedent breach of this Agreement.
18. Review
18.1 The Councils may agree to conduct a review of this Agreement not less than 12
months after its commencement.
18.2 The review shall be conducted in such a manner and by such persons as may be
agreed in writing between the Councils.
19. Notices
19.1 All notices, requests, consents and other documents authorised or required to be
given by or under this Agreement will be given in writing and either personally
served or sent by facsimile transmission ("fax") addressed as follows:
The Councils
To: The General Manager
Hornsby Shire Council
Address: 296 Pacific Highway
Hornsby NSW 2077
Fax No.: (02) 9847 6999
To: The General Manager
Ku-ring-gai Council
Address: 818 Pacific Highway
Gordon NSW 2072
Email: kmc@kmc.nsw.gov.au
Fax No.: (02) 9424 0880
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19.2. Notices, requests, consents and other documents ("Notices") will be deemed
served or given:
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(a) if personally served by being left at the address of the party to whom the
Notice is given between the hours of 9.00 am and 5.00 pm on any
Business Day, then in such case at the time the Notice is so delivered;
(b) if sent by fax, then in such case when successfully transmitted during
business hours, or if not during business hours, then when business
hours next commence.
19.3 Any party may change its address for receipt of Notices at any time by giving
notice of such change to the other party. Any Notice given under this Agreement
may be signed on behalf of any party by the duly authorised representative of that
party and will be sent to all other parties to this Agreement.
20. Counterparts
This Agreement may be signed in any number of counterparts and all such
counterparts taken together will be deemed to constitute one and the same
document.
21. Modification
This Agreement may not be modified, amended, added to or otherwise varied
except by a document in writing signed by each of the parties.
22. Legal costs
Each party will bear their own legal costs in relation to this Agreement.
23. Entire agreement
This Agreement comprises the entire agreements between the parties and no
earlier agreement, understanding or representation, whether oral or in writing, in
relation to any matter dealt with in this Agreement will have any effect from the
date of this Agreement.
24. Severability
In the event that part or all of any clause of this Agreement is held to be illegal or
unenforceable it will be severed from this Agreement and it will not effect the
continued operation of the remaining provisions of this Agreement.
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Signed as an agreement.
The Common Seal of the Hornsby Shire
Council was affixed in pursuance of a
resolution passed by the Council on the
day of in the presence of:
The Common Seal of the Ku-ring-gai
Council was affixed in pursuance of a
resolution passed by the Council on the
day of in the presence of:
Signed by
Philip Christian Koperberg AO, AFSM, BEM
Commissioner, NSW Rural Fire Service
in the presence of:
Signature of Witness
Name of Witness in full
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Mayor
General Manager
Mayor
General Manager
Signature
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Training &
Development
- Duty Officer
- Personnel
- OH & S
- Volunteer Training
- Staff Development
- Training Plans
- Accident Investigation
- Grievances
- District Liaison Officer
Administration
- Filing
- Reception
- Clerical support
- Data input
- Computer applications
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Fire Control Officer
Operations - Ops planning
- SOPs
- Fleet management
- Communications
- Duty Officer
- FIRS reporting
- District Liaison Officer
- Ops
- Training delivery
- Duty Officer
- District Liaison Officer
- Council Liaison/SLA
- Policy
- Finance & Budgeting
- Business planning Management Plans
- Strategic Plan
- XO BFMC
- Senior Management Group Liasion
- Duty Officer
- District Liaison Officer
Risk
Management
- Brigade Management
- Community Education
- SoFC
- BFMC
- Duty Officer
- Firezone
- District Liaison Officer
- S66 Advice
- S87 Permits Management
- Burn Plans
- GIS
- Risk management plans
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Zone Agreement – December 2005

The Council of Hornsby Shire
The Council
The Council of Ku-ring-gai
The Council
The Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
the Commissioner
Zone Rural Fire Service Agreement

Table of Contents
1. ............. Definitions ...................................................................................................................4
2. .............. Interpretation...............................................................................................................5
3. .............. Commencement and Term .........................................................................................6
4. .............. Commissioner to exercise Council’s Functions and manage the Zone ......................6
5. .............. District Equipment.......................................................................................................7
6. .............. Land and Buildings .....................................................................................................7
7. .............. Administrative, Accounting and Maintenance Services ..............................................9
8. .............. Finance .....................................................................................................................10
9. .............. Liaison Committee ....................................................................................................11
10. ............ Agreement Monitoring ..............................................................................................12
11. ............ Insurance and Related Covenants ...........................................................................12
12. ............ Key Performance Indicators .....................................................................................14
13. ............ Annual Report and Review .......................................................................................14
14. ............ Dispute Resolution....................................................................................................15
15. ............ Review ......................................................................................................................16
16. ............ Commissioners Warranty .........................................................................................16
17. ............ Termination...............................................................................................................16
18. ............ GST ..........................................................................................................................16
19. ............ Further Assistance....................................................................................................17
20. ............ Governing Law..........................................................................................................17
21. ............ Waiver.......................................................................................................................17
22. ............ Notices......................................................................................................................17
23. ............ Counterparts .............................................................................................................18
24. ............ Modification...............................................................................................................18
25. ............ Legal Costs...............................................................................................................18
26. ............ Entire Agreement......................................................................................................19
27. ............ Severability ...............................................................................................................19
28 ............. Staff Levels ...............................................................................................................19
Annexure A..................................................................................................................................21
Annexure B..................................................................................................................................22
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This Agreement made at [insert town where document is signed by last party]
on [insert date]
Parties The Council of the Shire of Hornsby of 296 Pacific Highway, Hornsby
2077 in the state of New South Wales ("The Council")
Recitals
The Council of Ku-ring-gai Council of 818 Pacific Highway, Gordon in
the state of New South Wales ("The Council")
(collectively referred to in this Agreement as "the Councils").
The Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service of Unit 3, 175-179
James Ruse Drive, Rosehill ("The Commissioner")
A. The parties have agreed to enter into a rural fire district service agreement
pursuant to the provisions of section 12A of the Rural Fires Act 1997 (NSW).
B. The Councils and the Commissioner have agreed to operate the Districts as a
Zone.
C. The Commissioner has agreed to exercise all of the functions imposed on the
Councils by and under the Rural Fires Act 1997 (NSW) other than those functions
specified in Schedule 1.
D. The Commissioner has agreed to undertake the day-to-day management of the
Service operating in the Zone on behalf of the Councils.
E. The Councils have agreed to provide certain administrative accounting and
maintenance services to the Commissioner and to the Service.
F. The Councils have agreed to allow the Commissioner and the Service to use the
District Equipment.
G. The Councils have agreed to allow the Commissioner and the Service to use the
Premises.
H. The Councils and the Commissioner have agreed to establish a Liaison
Committee.
I. The Councils have agreed to delegate certain functions, powers and duties to the
fire control officer.
J. The parties acknowledge and agree that it will be necessary for them to consult
regularly in relation to the matters regulated by this agreement, and they further
agree to address all such matters in a spirit of cooperation, acknowledging that
neither party has a dominant role under the agreement.
K. The parties recognise the contribution that each must make to ensure the effective
delivery of rural fire services in the District, and agree to respect those
contributions and to act openly and in good faith in all dealings that they have with
each other.
L. The Councils and the Commissioner agree it is the intention of both parties to
conduct consultation on significant events that may impact on this Agreement.
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The parties agree
1. Definitions
In this agreement:
(a) "Act" means the Rural Fires Act 1997 (NSW) as amended.
(b) “Councils” means the Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai councils.
(c) "delegation" means the delegation made by the Councils to the FCO, a
copy of which is annexed to this Agreement and marked with the letter
"A".
(d) "Districts" means the Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai rural fire districts.
(e) "fire control officer" and "FCO" means the fire control officer
appointed for the Districts by the Commissioner.
(f) "Fire Fighting Apparatus" means all vehicles, equipment and other
things used for or in connection with, the prevention or suppression of
fire or the protection of life or property in case of fire, by the Members of
the Rural Fire Service operating in the Districts.
(g) "District Equipment" means the Fire Fighting Apparatus and the other
vehicles and equipment used by the Members of the Rural Fire Service
operating in the Districts.
(h) "Liaison Committee" means the Liaison Committee established
pursuant to clause 9 of this Agreement.
(i) "Minister" means the Minister responsible for the administration of the
Act.
(j) "Premier" means the Premier of New South Wales.
(k) "Premises" means the land and buildings or parts of land and buildings
specified in Schedule 2.
(l) "Members of the Rural Fire Service operating in the Districts"
means the fire control officer for the Districts, the deputy fire control
officers for the Districts, the other staff of the Service assigned to the
Districts, the group officers and the volunteer rural fighters forming the
rural fire brigades and groups of rural fire brigades in the Districts.
(m) "Service" means the NSW Rural Fire Service established by the Act.
(n) "Service Standards" means the Service Standards issued by the
Commissioner pursuant to the provisions of section 13 of the Act.
(o) "Term" means the period specified in clause 3.1 for which this
Agreement is to continue.
(p) "Zone" means the area comprising the Districts.
(q) "Zone Manager" means the person appointed as fire control officer for
the Districts.
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(r) “SMT” means Senior Management Team of Group and Deputy Group
Captains, FCO and DFCO
2. Interpretation
In this Agreement:
(a) headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation; and
unless the context indicates a contrary intention;
(b) words importing the singular include the plural and vice versa, and words
denoting a given gender include all other genders;
(c) the expression “person” includes an individual, the estate of an
individual, a body politic, a corporation and a statutory or other authority
or association (incorporated or unincorporated);
(d) references to parties, clauses, sub-clauses, schedules, exhibits or
annexures are references to parties, clauses, sub-clauses, schedules,
exhibits and annexures to or of this Agreement and a reference to this
Agreement includes any schedule, exhibit and annexure;
(e) references to this Agreement, or any other deed, agreement, instrument
or document shall be deemed to include references to this Agreement,
or other deed, agreement, instrument or document as amended,
novated, supplemented, or replaced from time to time.
(f) a reference to an agreement includes a representation, undertaking,
deed, agreement or legally enforceable order or arrangement or
understanding, whether or not in writing;
(g) a reference to a document includes any written agreement and any
certificate or note or other document of any kind;
(h) references to any person or to any party to this Agreement include that
person’s or party’s executors, administrators, successors and permitted
assigns;
(i) where any word or phrase is given a defined meaning any other part of
speech or grammatical form in respect of that word or phrase has
corresponding meaning;
(j) where the day on or by which any sum is payable under this Agreement,
or any act, matter or thing is to be done is a day other than a Business
Day, that sum will be paid and such act, matter or thing will be done on
the immediately preceding Business Day;
(k) where two or more parties to this Agreement make a joint covenant,
undertaking, representation or warranty, it will be construed to refer to
and bind each of such parties jointly and each of them severally;
(l) references to payments to any party to this Agreement will be construed
to include payments to another person upon the direction of such party;
(m) all payments to be made pursuant to this Agreement will be made by
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unendorsed bank cheque or other immediately available funds; and
(n) reference to any legislation or to any section or provision of any
legislation includes any statutory modification or re-enactment or any
statutory provision substituted therefore and all ordinances, by-laws,
regulations and other statutory documents issued thereunder.
3. Commencement and Term
3.1 Notwithstanding the date upon which this Agreement is signed the parties agree
that the operation of the Agreement will commence on, and continue for a period
of three years unless it is terminated pursuant to provisions of clause 15.
3.2 This Agreement replaces the previously held with Hornsby ( expired 30 th June
2003), and Ku-ring-gai (expired 30 th June 2004).
3.3 Prior to the expiration of the Agreement the parties may agree in writing to extend
the term of the Agreement for a further period.
4. Commissioner to exercise Councils' Functions and manage
the Zone
4.1 This Agreement is a rural fire district service agreement under section 12A of the
Act.
4.2 The Commissioner will, in consideration of an annual fee of $1.00 payable by the
Councils:
(a) exercise, for the Term, all of the functions imposed on the Councils by or
under the Act other than those functions specified in Part 1 of Schedule
1; and
(b) undertake the day to day management of the Service in the Zone.
4.3 The Councils acknowledge that, in exercising the Councils' functions pursuant to
this Agreement the Commissioner may, but is not obliged to, utilise or provide
additional equipment or personnel in addition to the District Equipment and the
Members of the Rural Fire Service operating in the Districts. The Commissioner
will not
a) reduce the number of staff of the Service assigned to the District or alter the
profile of the staff from that specified in Schedule 8; or
b) change the structure of the rural fire services operating in the District; or
c) change the level or type of fire fighting equipment used or available for use in
the District;
without the prior agreement of the Council, which agreement will not be
unreasonably withheld, provided that nothing in this clause will apply either to
directions given by the Commissioner in relation to short term movements of staff
or equipment, where such movements are deemed necessary by the
Commissioner for operational purposes, or to insignificant changes either to the
structure of the rural fire fighting services in the District or to the level or type of fire
fighting equipment used or available for use in the District.
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4.4 The Councils will, pursuant to sub section 12A(2)(b) of the Rural Fires Act,
undertake the obligations set out in Part 2 of Schedule 1.
5. District Equipment
5.1 The Councils agrees that they will, during the Term, make available to and allow
the Commissioner and the Service to use the District Equipment which is owned
by, vested in or under the control of the Councils.
5.2 The Commissioner agrees that he or she will, during the term of this Agreement,
maintain the District Equipment identified in Schedule 4 on behalf of the Councils
in accordance with the applicable Service Standards.
5.3 District Equipment acquired after the date of execution of this Agreement may only
be added to Schedule 4 by written agreement between the Councils and the
Commissioner.
5.4 District Equipment may be removed from Schedule 4 by written agreement
between the Councils and the Commissioner at any time.
5.5 The Commissioner will cause an audit of the District Equipment to be carried out
forthwith upon the expiration of each period of twelve months from the date of
execution of this Agreement and will prepare a written report, a copy of which will
be provided to the Council, detailing the result of that audit.
5.6 The Commissioner will notify the Council of any material changes in the District
Equipment, whether those changes are disclosed as a result of the yearly audit
referred to in clause 5.5, or whether the changes occur at any other time, that may
affect the level or type of Insurance cover over the District Equipment that Council
maintains or should maintain.
6. Land and Buildings
The Councils agrees that they will, during the Term, allow the Commissioner and
the Service to occupy and use the Premises, or such other land and buildings as
may be agreed upon in writing between the Councils and the Commissioner, on
the following terms and conditions:
6.1 Each of the Councils grant in relation to those parts of the Premises over which
they have control and the Commissioner accepts a licence to enter and use the
Premises during the Term.
6.2 The Commissioner has:
1. a personal right of occupation of the Premises on the terms specified in this
Licence;
2. no tenancy, estate or interest in the land on which the Premises are
situated.
6.3 The legal right to possession and control over the Premises and the land upon
which they are situated remains vested in the respective Council throughout the
term of this Licence.
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6.4 The Councils will:
(a) not interfere with the Commissioner's use and enjoyment of the
Premises during the Term;
(b) pay all rates, taxes, electricity, gas, oil and water charges separately
metered and charged to the Premises;
(c) maintain the Premises in good repair in accordance with paragraph 6.6;
and
(d) effect and keep current at all times during the continuance of this
Agreement the following insurances:
6.5 The Commissioner will:
(i) building insurance; and
(ii) public risk insurance in an amount of not less than $5,000,000.
(a) not occupy or use the Premises for any purpose other than the provision
of rural fire services and any other purpose incidental thereto, without
the prior consent of the respective Council, which shall not be
unreasonably withheld or delayed;
(b) not assign the benefit of this licence or grant any sub-licence;
(c) keep the Premises clean and tidy and carry out minor repairs and
maintenance in accordance with paragraph 6.6;
(d) comply with all statutes, regulations and ordinances regarding its use of
the Premises; and
(e) not deface or alter the Premises without the consent of the respective
Council, such consent not to be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
6.6 The Councils will undertake all painting, maintenance and repairs of the Premises
involving:
(a) the roof and external structure of the Premises;
(b) any internal or external fittings or fixtures placed by the Councils;
(c) any work that must be carried out by a licensed trades person, including,
but not limited to:
(i) electrical repairs and maintenance; and
(ii) plumbing repairs and maintenance; and
(d) maintenance and repair of any air conditioning or heating system.
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6.7 The Commissioner will undertake any painting, maintenance and repairs of the
Premises involving:
(a) the ceiling and internal structure of the Premises;
(b) any internal or external fittings or fixtures placed by the Service; and
(c) the lawn, garden and grounds surrounding the Premises.
6.8 The Commissioner agrees that the Premises are fit for the purposes for which they
are intended to be occupied and used by the Commissioner and the Service, in
accordance with this Agreement, without the need for any further work to be
carried out by the Councils on the Premises. The Commissioner hereby approves
the Premises in accordance with section 37(3) of the Act.
6.9 The Commissioner and Ku-Ring-Gai Council confirm that:
(a) it is intended to explore the provision of an additional Fire Station and
associated facilities in the District
6.10 The Commissioner and Hornsby Shire Council confirm that:
(a) it is intended to develop an improved fire control centre and associated
facilities in the District; and
(b) the Council has allocated funds totalling two hundred and fifteen
thousand dollars ($215,000) as the Council’s contribution to those
facilities; and
(c) will take all reasonable steps to assist each other in the execution of the
project, provided that the Council will not be required to contribute an
amount greater than the amount specified in (b) above, without the
Council’s prior written agreement.
6.10 The Commissioner will cause the Premises to be inspected, in conjunction with the
Councils, forthwith upon the expiration of each period of twelve months from the
date of execution of this Agreement and will cause an inspection report to be
prepared, a copy of which will be provided to the Council. The Commissioner will
notify the Councils of any changes in the Premises, including any alterations or
additions or upgrading work carried out to the Premises, which may affect the level
or type of insurance cover that the Council maintains or should maintain over the
Premises.
7. Administrative, Accounting and Maintenance Services
7.1 The Councils will, in consideration of an annual fee of $1.00 payable by the
Service to the Councils, provide, in accordance with Councils policies and
procedures, to the Commissioner and the Service the administrative, accounting
and maintenance services specified in Schedule 5.
7.2 The Councils or their General Manager will delegate to the FCO, and to other
members of the Service as nominated by the Councils, the functions, specified in
Schedule 5 for the purpose of enabling those persons to utilise the Councils'
administrative, accounting and maintenance services.
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7.3 The FCO will, in exercising the functions delegated to him or her pursuant to
clause 7.2, ensure that they are exercised in accordance with the Councils' policy
and procedures.
7.4 The Commissioner warrants that the FCO and all other members of the Service in
whose favour delegations are made by the Council will act faithfully and
reasonably in the exercise of those delegations.
7.5 The Councils will delegate to the FCO and to such other members of the Service
as are nominated by the Council from time, the functions, powers and duties
specified in Schedule 5 for the purpose of enabling those persons to utilise the
Council’s administrative, accounting and maintenance services
8. Finance
8.1 The Councils will, in consultation with the Commissioner, by no later than 30
September of each year, submit to the Commissioner an estimate of probable
expenditure for the Districts for the next financial year (“the Bid”). ”). If the Bid is
being prepared by Council with the assistance of Service staff on behalf of
Council, then the time limited by this clause shall be extended by such period as
Council may reasonably require if the Service staff fail to prepare the Bid within
sufficient time to allow it to be submitted to the Commissioner in accordance with
this clause.
8.2 Following consultation with the Councils, the Commissioner will, by no later than
28 February of each year, submit to the Councils:
(a) a probable allocation of expenditure for the Districts for the next financial
year (“the probable allocation”); and
(b) a probable contribution (“the probable contribution”) by the Councils to
the New South Wales Rural Fire Fighting Fund (“the Fund”).
8.3 If the Commissioner fails to submit to Hornsby Shire Council both the probable
allocation and the probable contribution by 28 February in any calendar year
during the term of this Agreement then Hornsby Shire Council’s contribution to the
Fund for the next following year shall not exceed the Council’s contribution to the
Fund for the then current financial year.
8.4 The Commissioner warrants that the probable contribution will be determined to
accurately reflect, and be proportional to, the services that are to be provided
within the District by the Service, whether under the Act or in accordance with this
Agreement.
8.5 In the event that the Commissioner and the Councils cannot agree upon the
contribution of the Councils to the Fund within 28 days of the Commissioner
delivering the probable allocation and probable contribution to the Councils
pursuant to clause 8.2 the parties will ask the Minister to determine the Councils'
contribution pursuant to section 110 of the Act.
8.6 Where the Councils provide funds for the delivery of rural fire services in the
Districts in addition to their statutory contribution to the Fund the FCO will, on
behalf of the Commissioner, manage those funds in accordance with any relevant
policies or directions of the Councils.
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8.7 The Councils acknowledges that, in exercising the Council's functions pursuant to
this Agreement, the Commissioner:
(a) has unrestricted access to and may expend, in the Commissioners
discretion and following consultation with Council, the monies received
by the Councils from the Fund for the delivery of rural fire services in the
Districts; and
(b) may, but is not obliged to, expend any monies in addition to those
referred to in paragraph (a).
8.8 The Councils acknowledges that the funding for expenditure under sections B and
C of the Fund estimates process shall, with the exception of the salary and travel
costs of the Service staff assigned to the District, continue to be provided on a
reimbursement basis.
8.9 The Councils acknowledges that the funding for expenditure for Additional Items of
the Fund estimates process along with claims for s44 expenditure from the Fund
shall continue to be provided on a reimbursement basis with claims paid within
thirty (30) days of the date on which they are submitted provided that such claims
are submitted in the proper format with all necessary documentation.
9. Liaison Committee
9.1 The Liaison Committee will consist of 9 members as follows:
(a) One Councillor from each of the Councils appointed by resolution of the
Councils;
(b) the General Manager of each of the Councils or his or her delegate;
(c) two volunteer rural fire fighters from Hornsby Rural Fire District
appointed by the local branch of the NSW Rural Fire Service Association
Inc (“the RFSA”), or, in the absence of a local branch of the RFSA,
elected in accordance with the applicable Service Standard;
(d) one volunteer rural fire fighter from Ku-ring-gai Rural Fire District
appointed by the local branch of the NSW Rural Fire Service Association
Inc (“the RFSA”), or, in the absence of a local branch of the RFSA,
elected in accordance with the applicable Service Standard;
(e) one member of the Service staff assigned to the Zone nominated by the
FCO and approved by the Commissioner; and
(f) the FCO / Zone Manager who will be the committee’s Executive Officer.
9.2 The Commissioner, the Councils and the groups or entities which appoint or elect
members of the Liaison Committee pursuant to sub-clauses 4.1(c) and (d)
respectively may appoint another person to attend any meeting of the Liaison
Committee in the event that the person they have elected pursuant to clause 4.1 is
unable, for any reason, to attend that meeting.
9.3 The Liaison Committee will:
(a) monitor and periodically review the performance of this Agreement by
the Councils and the Service;
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(b) review the following documents prepared by the FCO prior to submission
to and consideration by the Councils:
(i) the annual budget and business plan; and
(ii) the quarterly financial and performance reports
9.4 (a) The procedures for calling meetings and the conduct of business at
those meetings shall be determined by the Liaison Committee;
(b) meetings can be called by any member of the Liaison Committee
9.5 Minutes of each meeting of the Liaison Committee must be circulated to each of
the Councils, the members of the Liaison Committee and the Commissioner within
2 weeks of the meeting.
9.6 The Liaison Committee is not a committee of the Council or of the Service;
9.7 The Liaison Committee agree that a meeting is to be called by both parties if
required;
10. Agreement Monitoring
10.1 During the term of this Agreement, the following procedures will be maintained to
ensure the desired outcomes are achieved in accordance with provision of this
Agreement;
10.2 The FCO will liaise with respect to the performance of the Service with the
following Committees or Groups
(a) General Manager or his or her delegate
(b) Budget review meetings to analyse ongoing budgetary position for the
Zone
(c) Bi monthly works program meetings with Building Services Co-ordinator
to review all works program
(d) Prepare reports on the performance of the Service program for
Submission to Council
(e) Rural Fire Service Senior Management Team monthly meetings to
report on the progress of the agreement, giving and receiving
comments.
10.3 Appropriate recording of and at each meeting will be taken and the outcomes and
tasks for future meetings prepared. This will be available for review by the
Commissioner.
11. Insurance and Related Covenants
11.1 The Councils agree that during the Term they will effect and keep current the
following insurances “the Councils' Insurances”:
(a) The Councils' membership of the NSW State-wide Local Government
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Mutual Liability Scheme as set out in Schedule 6;
(b) Property damage and public liability insurance in relation to the
Premises;
(c) Compulsory third party and comprehensive insurance in relation to any
motor vehicles which form part of the District Equipment, except where
otherwise agreed in writing between the Councils and the
Commissioner;
(d) Property damage and public liability insurance, third party and
comprehensive insurance, in relation to all Premises and District
Equipment controlled, occupied or managed by the Commissioner or the
Service including, but not limited to:
(i) fire boats, boat motors, pumps and ancillary marine fire
fighting equipment;
(ii) wharves, jetties or boat sheds;
(iii) radio base stations;
(iv) radio transmitting towers;
(v) computer paging systems;
(vi) pager repeater sites and towers;
(vii) fire spotting towers; and
(viii) training facilities.
11.2 The FCO may authorise the Executive Committee of a rural fire brigade to effect
insurance in relation to specified item or items of equipment that have been
purchased by the brigade or its members or which have been donated to the
brigade.
11.3 The Commissioner on behalf of the Service covenants with the Councils that the
Service will, during the Term, in respect of the Councils' functions under the Act,
which the Commissioner has agreed to exercise:
(a) effect and keep current the Service’s indemnity coverage with the NSW
Treasury Managed Fund (“the TMF Indemnity”) as set out in
Schedule 7; and
(b) indemnify the Councils and keep the Councils indemnified against all
liabilities, claims, demands, actions, suits, proceedings, costs, damages
and expenses arising out of or relating to:
(i) a breach by the Service or the Commissioner of their
obligations pursuant to this agreement;
(ii) the occupation or use of the Premises by the Commissioner or
the Service;
(iii) the performance by the Commissioner of the Councils'
functions; and
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(iv) the use of the District Equipment by the Commissioner or the
Service.
(v) any act, neglect or default of either the Commissioner or the
Service, of whatever type and however occurring, either in the
provision of rural fire services within the District or in the
provision of any other services to the Council, provided that
the indemnity extended in this sub-clause v shall not extend to
cover any injury, loss or damage caused or contributed to by
the negligence or other default of the Council.
11.4 In consideration of the Commissioner and the Service providing the services
included in this agreement, the Council covenants with the Commissioner and the
Service that it will indemnify the Service, its members and the Commissioner and
keep them indemnified against all liabilities, claims, demands, actions, suits,
proceedings, costs, damages and expenses arising as a consequence of a breach
by the Council of its obligations pursuant to this agreement.
11.5 The Commissioner and the Service represent, warrant, covenant and undertake
that:
(a) the Commissioner on behalf of the Service has received a copy of the
policies comprising the Council’s Insurances and is aware of the terms of
those documents; and
(b) they will not do or omit or suffer to be done any act, matter or thing
whereby any of the Council’s Insurances my be vitiated or rendered void
or voidable or whereby the rate of premium of any such insurance will be
liable to be increased.
11.6 The Council will advise the Commissioner of:
(a) any changes to its insurance program and the terms and conditions of
any policy of insurance which applies to the Premises, the Fire Fighting
Equipment or the operations of the rural fire services in the District; and
(b) special or unusual provisions that are contained in or form part of the
insurance program or those policies of insurance.
12. Key Performance Indicators
The Commissioner and the Councils will, in carrying out their obligations under this
agreement, endeavour to meet the agreed Key Performance Indicators specified in
Schedules 3 and 5.
13. Annual Report and Review
13.1 The Commissioner will submit an annual report to the Councils within 6 weeks of
the end of the financial year which shall include a performance statement
addressing each of the following matters:
(a) vehicle maintenance;
(b) equipment maintenance;
(c) insurance cover for the Service;
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(d) insurance cover for Fire Fighting Equipment;
(e) premises use;
(f) premises maintenance;
(g) occupational health and safety issues;
(h) Liaison Committee meeting schedule; and
(i) Finance and expenditure of Council and Service funds.
13.2 Within 6 weeks of the submission of the annual report to the Councils a
representative of the Commissioner must meet with the Councils' General
Managers or their nominees to review the report and the performance of:
a) the rural fire services operating in the Zone; and
b) the Councils in providing the services specified in Schedule 5.
13.3 The Commissioner will, within 3 months of the end of the financial year, submit
such reports or information to the Councils as are reasonably required by the
Council to allow the Council to comply with their reporting obligations under the
Local Government Act, 1993, including their obligation under section 428 of that
Act.
14. Dispute Resolution
14.1 The parties will use their best endeavours to avoid and resolve any disputes in
relation to the performance of their respective obligations under this Agreement
including disputes relating to the terms of this Agreement or the performance of
the parties’ respective obligations under this Agreement.
14.2 In the event that the parties are unable to resolve a dispute, other than in relation
to the amount of a Council’s contribution to the Fund, the parties will refer the
matter in dispute to a qualified and independent mediator ("the mediator")
agreeable to both the Commissioner and the Councils provided that, in the event
the parties cannot agree as to the mediator to be appointed within 14 days, the
question will be referred to the Minister responsible for administering the Act and
the Minister responsible for administering the Local Government Act 1993 (NSW)
(“the Ministers”) who will appoint the mediator. If the Ministers cannot agree
within 14 days, the Premier will appoint the mediator.
14.3 The mediator will convene a mediation conference, and conduct the mediation in
accordance with the Lawyers Engaged in Alternative Dispute Resolution (LEADR)
Rules. Representatives of the Councils and the Commissioner must attend the
mediation conference.
14.4 If the dispute remains unresolved at the expiration of twenty one (21) days after
the date on which the mediation conference concludes then either or both of the
parties may request the President of LEADR to appoint a suitably qualified
arbitrator to determine the dispute. The Council and the Commissioner shall bear
equally the cost of the arbitration, including the arbitrator’s fees. The arbitration
shall be conducted in accordance with the Institute of Arbitrators Australia Rules
for the Conduct of Commercial Arbitrations and the parties agree to be bound by
those rules.
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14.5 In the event that the parties are still unable to resolve the matter in dispute at the
expiration of 21 days after the conclusion of the mediation the matter in dispute will
be referred to the Ministers who will decide the matter. If the Ministers cannot
resolve the matter within 21 days, the matter will be resolved by the Premier.
15. Review
15.1 The Commissioner and the Councils agree to conduct a review of this Agreement
in the final six months of the Term.
15.2 The review shall be conducted in such manner and by such persons as may be
agreed in writing between the Commissioner and the Council, but failing any such
agreement the review shall be conducted by two representatives of the Council
and by two representatives of the Commissioner, or by such other number of
representatives as the Commissioner and Council agree upon, provided that each
party has the same number of representatives.
15.3 If as a result of that review the Councils or the Commissioner conclude that
amendments to this agreement are required then the Commissioner and the
Councils shall use their best endeavours to agree upon the terms of any such
amendment or amendments.
16. Commissioner’s Warranty
The Commissioner warrants that he is empowered to enter into this Agreement
with the Council.
17. Termination
18. GST
This Agreement will terminate:
(a) if either party breaches their obligations under this Agreement and fails
to rectify that breach within 21 days of another party giving written notice
to the party in default requiring that the breach be rectified;
(b) immediately upon the revocation of, or failure to renew, the delegation;
(c) immediately in the event that the Councils or any of them refuse to
advance moneys in respect of maintenance of the District Equipment; or
(d) upon the expiration of six months' notice in writing given by either the
Councils or the Commissioner.
18.1 The parties acknowledge that the amounts set out in this Agreement as
consideration for supplies are calculated without regard to GST.
18.2 If any party to this Agreement (“Supplier") becomes liable to remit GST in respect
of a taxable supply made under or in connection with this Agreement, the person
to whom that supply is made (“Recipient”) shall, in addition to any other
consideration, which the Recipient is required to provide to the Supplier in
connection with that taxable supply under other provisions of this Agreement, pay
to the Supplier the amount of the Supplier’s GST liability.
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18.3 The additional amounts to be paid by the Recipient under paragraph 16.2 will be
payable at the same time as the other consideration for that taxable supply is to be
provided in accordance with the other provisions of this Agreement.
18.4 The Supplier will provide to the Recipient a tax invoice for each taxable supply
made under or in connection with this Agreement at or before the time the
Recipient is required to provide the consideration for that taxable supply.
18.5 The parties will endeavour to minimise the impact of GST on the transactions
contemplated by this Agreement and will provide reasonable assistance to one
another with regard to the claiming of input tax credits in respect of taxable
supplies to which paragraph 16.2 relates.
18.6 “GST” and other terms used in this Clause 16 which are defined under the A New
Tax System (Goods and Services Tax ) Act 1999 (Cth) have the meanings
provided by that Act. A reference to a party’s liability for GST will include the GST
liability of the representative member of any GST group to which that party
belongs.
19. Further Assurance
The parties covenant and agree that each will do all acts and things and execute
all deeds and documents and other writings as are from time to time reasonably
required for the purposes of or to give effect to this Agreement.
20. Governing Law
This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of
New South Wales.
21. Waiver
No waiver of any breach of this Agreement will be held or construed to be a waiver
of any other subsequent or antecedent breach of this Agreement.
22. Notices
22.1 All notices, requests, consents, and other documents authorized or required to be
given by or under this Agreement will be given in writing and either personally
served or sent by facsimile transmission ("fax") addressed as follows:
The Commissioner
To: The Commissioner
Address: 15 Carter Street
HOMEBUSH NSW 2127
Fax No.: (02) 9737 0170
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The Councils
To: The General Manager
Hornsby Shire Council
Address: 296 Pacific Highway
Hornsby NSW 2077
Fax No.: (02) 9847 6999
To: The General Manager
Ku-ring-gai Council
Address: 818 Pacific Highway
Gordon NSW 2072
Email: kmc@kmc.nsw.gov.au
Fax No.: (02) 9424 0880
22.2 Notices, requests, consents and other documents ("Notices") will be deemed
served or given:
(a) if personally served by being left at the address of the party to whom the
Notice is given between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00 pm on any
Business Day, then in such case at the time the Notice is so delivered;
(b) if sent by fax, then in such case when successfully transmitted during
business hours, or if not during business hours, then when business
hours next commence.
22.3 Any party may change its address for receipt of Notices at any time by giving
notice of such change to the other party. Any Notice given under this Agreement
may be signed on behalf of any party by the duty authorised representative of that
party and will be sent to all parties to this Agreement.
23. Counterparts
This Agreement may be signed in any number of counterparts and all such
counterparts taken together will be deemed to constitute one and the same
document.
24. Modification
This Agreement may not be modified, amended, added to or otherwise varied
except by a document in writing signed by each of the parties.
24.1 Ku-ring-gai Council will advise the Commisssioner 24 months notice of intention to
vary conferences to be submitted in writing
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25. Legal Costs
Each party will bear their own legal costs in relation to this Agreement.
26. Entire Agreement
This Agreement comprises the entire agreements between the parties and no
earlier agreement, understanding or representation, whether oral or in writing, in
relation to any matter dealt with in this Agreement will have any effect from the
date of this Agreement.
27. Severability
In the event that part of all of any clause of this Agreement is held to be illegal or
unenforceable it will be severed from this Agreement and it will not effect the
continued operation of the remaining provisions of this Agreement.
28. Staff Levels
Specified levels of staff to be maintained as follows
(a) Fire Control Officer (District Manager)
(b) Deputy Fire Control Officer – Operations
(c) Deputy Fire Control Officer – Community Safety
(d) Deputy Fire Control Officer – Learning and Development
(e) Community Safety Officer Level 2
(f) Development Control Officers x 2
(g) Operations Officer
(h) Business Officer
(i) Fire Mitigation Officer
(j) Administration Officer
(k) Clerical Officer
(l) District Support Officer
28.1 Extra Duties
(a) Council is to be consulted in relation to secondment of RFS staff for any
period of time provided that the Commissioner need not consult the
Council where any such secondment involves a short term movement of
Staff for training or operational purposes
(b) Council is to be consulted in relation to involvement of Hornsby/Ku-ringgai
District RFS staff with overseas or other projects for any period of
time
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(c) Council may require, after reasonable consultation, a back filling of staff
positions due to any vacancy that may occur in the case of 28
28.2 The staffing level and staff positions may be varied through consultation and
agreement between the Commissioner and General Manager
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Signed as an agreement.
The Common Seal of the Hornsby Shire
Council was affixed in pursuance of a
resolution passed by the Council on the
day of
2006 in the presence of:
The Common Seal of the Ku-ring-gai
Council was affixed in pursuance of a
resolution passed by the Council on the
day of
2006 in the presence of:
Signed by Philip Christian Koperberg AO,
AFSM, BEM Commissioner, NSW Rural Fire
Service in the presence of:
Signature of Witness
Name of Witness in full
Mayor
General Manager
Mayor
General Manager
Signature
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Annexure A
Instrument of Delegation
Hornsby Shire Council
I, Robert John Ball, General Manager of Hornsby Shire Council, pursuant to Section 378
(1) of the Local Government Act 1993, (NSW) HEREBY DELEGATE to Angelo John Baldo
(“the FCO”) the functions of the Council specified in schedule 5 to the Rural Fire District
Service Agreement between the Council of the one part and the Commissioner of the NSW
Rural Fire Services of the other part dated…………(“the RFDSA”) for the purpose of
enabling the FCO to utilise the Council’s administrative, accounting and maintenance
services, in accordance with the RFDSA.
Such delegation to take effect from 1 January 2006 and to continue until 31 December
2008.
Signed by Robert John Ball this
day of in the presence of:
Signature of Witness
Name of Witness in full
Signature
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Annexure B
Instrument of Delegation
KU-RING-GAI Council
I, Brian Bell, General Manager of Ku-ring-gai Council, pursuant to Section 378 (1) of the
Local Government Act 1993, (NSW) HEREBY DELEGATE to Angelo John Baldo (“the
FCO”) the functions of the Council specified in schedule 5 to the Rural Fire District Service
Agreement between the Council of the one part and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural
Fire Services of the other part dated…………(“the RFDSA”) for the purpose of enabling the
FCO to utilise the Council’s administrative, accounting and maintenance services, in
accordance with the RFDSA.
Such delegation to take effect from 1 January 2006 and to continue until 31st December
2008.
Signed by Brian Bell this day of
in the presence of:
Signature of Witness
Name of Witness in full
Signature
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Hornsby Ku-ring-gai District
Service Level Agreement
SCHEDULE 1
Part 1
The functions imposed on Hornsby Shire Council in:
(a) sections:
7 Responsible local authorities in rural fire districts
12A Entry into rural fire district service agreements
15 Formation of rural fire brigades
17 Disbandment of rural fire brigades
37 Responsibilities of fire control officers and local authorities
(3) The local authority for the rural fire district for which a fire control officer is
appointed must provide facilities and accommodation to enable the fire control
officer to exercise his or her functions.
60 Co-ordination of planning by bush fire management plans
(2) The Bush Fire Co-ordinating Committee may, with the consent of a
public authority:
(a) vary or revoke any provision of an approved bush fire
management plan imposing a requirement on the
authority, or
(b) vary an approved bush fire management plan so as to
impose a requirement on the authority.
(6) A bush fire management plan communicated to a public authority to which it
relates is to be adopted by that authority and, as far as practicable, carried into
effect by the authority in the circumstances indicated by the plan.
62 Public availability of bush fire management plans and draft bush fire
management plans
63 Duties of public authorities and owners and occupiers of land to prevent
bushfires
64 Occupiers to extinguish fires or notify fire fighting authorities
65 Reduction of fire hazards on unoccupied Crown land and managed land
74C How and to whom are complaints to be made
(3) A local authority must notify the Commissioner of any complaint made to it
under this Division.
74G Complainant to be notified of action taken
(2) The local authority must advise the Commissioner of action taken by it in
respect of the complaint as soon as practicable after it is taken.
74H Failure of local authority to take action
(5) A local authority served with a notice under this section must comply with the
requirements of the notice.
76 Notices to repair or restore dividing fences
77 Recovery of costs
79 Entry to land to extinguish fires
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Hornsby Ku-ring-gai District
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SCHEDULE 1
Part 1
83 Consultation required before local bush fire danger period declaration made
(1) The Commissioner must, before making a declaration under section 82 that is
to have effect only for the bush fire danger period occurring when the declaration
is made, consult with and take into account any recommendations made:
(a) by the local authority for any area to which the declaration relates
95 Permit not required for fires lit by public authorities
100E Issuing and certifying authorities
(2) The "certifying authority" for a bush fire hazard reduction certificate in respect
of bush fire hazard reduction work to be carried out:
(b) on any land by a local authority—is the local authority
for the area in which the land is situated,
c) on managed land or unoccupied Crown land by a public
authority—is the public authority responsible for the land.
100G Bush fire hazard reduction certificates of certifying authorities
100H Remedy and restraint for breaches of sections 100F and 100G
104 Councils etc to furnish information to Minister
109 Contributions required from councils
110 Determination of contributions of councils
119 Maintenance and disposal of fire fighting equipment purchased from Fund
(save clause 5)
120 Consolidated fund of councils
126 Councils and other bodies to furnish information to Commissioner and the coordinating
committee
(b) regulations:
15 Eligibility for membership of Bush Fire Management Committees
Unless the Bush Fire Co-ordinating Committee determines otherwise, the
following persons are to be invited to become members of a Bush Fire
Management Committee:
(a) a person nominated by each local authority whose area
comprises land in the Bush Fire Management Committee’s area,
being (in the case of a local authority that is a council) the Mayor
or a councillor of the council,
33 Bush fire hazard reduction work required by local authorities
38 Persons to whom notice of bush fire hazard reduction work must be given
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Hornsby Ku-ring-gai District
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SCHEDULE 1
Part 1
The functions imposed Ku-ring-gai Council in:
(a) sections:
7 Responsible local authorities in rural fire districts
12A Entry into rural fire district service agreements
37 Responsibilities of fire control officers and local authorities
(3) The local authority for the rural fire district for which a fire control officer is
appointed must provide facilities and accommodation to enable the fire control
officer to exercise his or her functions.
60 Co-ordination of planning by bush fire management plans
(2) The Bush Fire Co-ordinating Committee may, with the consent of a
public authority:
(a) vary or revoke any provision of an approved bush fire
management plan imposing a requirement on the
authority, or
(b) vary an approved bush fire management plan so as to
impose a requirement on the authority.
(6) A bush fire management plan communicated to a public authority to which it
relates is to be adopted by that authority and, as far as practicable, carried into
effect by the authority in the circumstances indicated by the plan.
62 Public availability of bush fire management plans and draft bush fire
management plans
63 Duties of public authorities and owners and occupiers of land to prevent
bushfires
64 Occupiers to extinguish fires or notify fire fighting authorities
65 Reduction of fire hazards on unoccupied Crown land and managed land
66 Bush fire hazard reduction work required by local authorities
67 Objection to notices
69 Duties of local authority
70 Bush fire hazard reduction work in default of compliance with notice
74 Bush fire hazard reduction reports
76 Notices to repair or restore dividing fences
77 Recovery of costs
79 Entry to land to extinguish fires
83 Consultation required before local bush fire danger period declaration made
(1) The Commissioner must, before making a declaration under section 82 that is
to have effect only for the bush fire danger period occurring when the declaration
is made, consult with and take into account any recommendations made:
(a) by the local authority for any area to which the declaration relates
95 Permit not required for fires lit by public authorities
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Part 1
100E Issuing and certifying authorities
(2) The "certifying authority" for a bush fire hazard reduction certificate in respect
of bush fire hazard reduction work to be carried out:
(b) on any land by a local authority—is the local authority
for the area in which the land is situated,
c) on managed land or unoccupied Crown land by a public authority—is
the public authority responsible for the land.
100F Issue by local authorities of bush fire hazard reduction certificates
100G Bush fire hazard reduction certificates of certifying authorities
100H Remedy and restraint for breaches of sections 100F and 100G
104 Councils etc to furnish information to Minister
109 Contributions required from councils
110 Determination of contributions of councils
119 Maintenance and disposal of fire fighting equipment purchased from Fund
(save clause 5)
120 Consolidated fund of councils
126 Councils and other bodies to furnish information to Commissioner and the coordinating
committee
(b) regulations:
15 Eligibility for membership of Bush Fire Management Committees
Unless the Bush Fire Co-ordinating Committee determines otherwise, the
following persons are to be invited to become members of a Bush Fire
Management Committee:
(a) a person nominated by each local authority whose area
comprises land in the Bush Fire Management Committee’s area,
being (in the case of a local authority that is a council) the Mayor
or a councillor of the council,
33 Bush fire hazard reduction work required by local authorities
38 Persons to whom notice of bush fire hazard reduction work must be given
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Hornsby Shire Council will:
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai District
Service Level Agreement
SCHEDULE 1
Part 2
(a) deliver a written report to the Commissioner setting out the information specified in
sub-sections:
(i) where it has taken any action of the sort described in section 74(2)
independently of the Service, 74 (2) (a)-(g) inclusive; and
(ii) where it has carried out any activities to reduce bush fire hazards on
managed land independently of the Service, 74(3)
of the Act within one month of the end of the Financial Year;
(b) deliver to the Commissioner any bush fire hazard complaint it receives within five (5)
business days of its receipt by the Council;
(c) investigate any complaints it may receive (from any source) and, if it considers it
appropriate, commence proceedings in relation to any breach of the provisions of the
Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1997 (NSW), arising out of an alleged
failure to carry out bush fire hazard reduction work in accordance with sub-section
100C(3) of the Act;
(d) upon request, provide the Service with the following datasets for use in undertaking
assessments in accordance with the Bush Fire Environmental Assessment Code on
behalf of Council:
Data Type Format
Bird/ bat colonies GIS layer or hard copy map if
available.
Rainforest / Wetland locations GIS layer or hard copy map if
other than SEPP 26 & SEPP 14 available.
SEPP 14 wetlands GIS layer if available and hard copy
map, where these exist within the
LGA
SEPP 26 rainforest GIS layer if available and hard copy
map, where these exist within the
A map of significant
environmental features from the
LEP that may be affected by
hazard reduction activities.
LGA
GIS layer if available and hard copy
map, including appropriate
conditions required to reduce the
impacts of the effects of mechanical
HR and burning.
Weeds map GIS layer if available and hard copy
map if available
Heritage sites GIS layer if available and hard copy
map if available
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Data Format
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai District
Service Level Agreement
SCHEDULE 1
Part 2
When Council sends GIS data to the Service the data should be in accordance with
the following:
(i) data should be in ArcView shape, MapInfo mid/mif or MapInfo tab
format; and
(ii) the data must include all attached files that are required for display and
storage of the data. Eg. MapInfo tab file including .tab/.dat/.id/.map/.ind.
The mechanisms for delivering GIS datasets to the Service are as follows:
All map data must be sent to the NSW Rural Fire Service GIS Services Unit.
Files sent electronically may be emailed to gis@rfs.nsw.gov.au
Files sent electronically (i.e. Email) must have all files saved into WinZip files and
attached to the email. Each WinZip file will include all applicable files.
Files sent by post should be addressed to: -
The Commissioner
NSW Rural Fire Service
GIS Services Unit
Locked Mail Bag 17,
Granville NSW 2142
Files may be sent to the Service via normal postal service. Files sent in this way must
be copied to a standard Compact Disk (CD). The CD must be posted in a package that
has been specifically designed for CD postage. CD’s should be a closed session and
written for standard CD reader access;
(e) upon request, provide the Service with the following data for use in undertaking
assessments in accordance with the Bush Fire Environmental Assessment Code on
behalf of Council:
(i) property address; and
(ii) property ownership.
This data will be required when the Service is to undertake assessments of individual
applications. Where requested this information must be provided by Council within 2
working days; and
(f) carry out the obligations in clauses 5 to 11 inclusive of this agreement.
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Ku-ring-gai Council will:
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai District
Service Level Agreement
SCHEDULE 1
Part 2
Data Type Format
Bird/ bat colonies GIS layer or hard copy map if
available.
Rainforest / Wetland locations GIS layer or hard copy map if
other than SEPP 26 & SEPP 14 available.
SEPP 14 wetlands GIS layer if available and hard copy
map, where these exist within the
LGA
SEPP 26 rainforest GIS layer if available and hard copy
map, where these exist within the
A map of significant
environmental features from the
LEP that may be affected by
hazard reduction activities.
LGA
GIS layer if available and hard copy
map, including appropriate
conditions required to reduce the
impacts of the effects of mechanical
HR and burning.
Weeds map GIS layer if available and hard copy
map if available
Heritage sites GIS layer if available and hard copy
map if available
Data Format
When Council sends GIS data to the Service the data should be in accordance with
the following:
(iii) data should be in ArcView shape, MapInfo mid/mif or MapInfo tab
format; and
(iv) the data must include all attached files that are required for display and
storage of the data. Eg. MapInfo tab file including .tab/.dat/.id/.map/.ind.
The mechanisms for delivering GIS datasets to the Service are as follows:
All map data must be sent to the NSW Rural Fire Service GIS Services Unit.
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Rural Fire District Service Agreement
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Hornsby Ku-ring-gai District
Service Level Agreement
SCHEDULE 1
Part 2
Files sent electronically may be emailed to gis@rfs.nsw.gov.au
Files sent electronically (i.e. Email) must have all files saved into WinZip files and
attached to the email. Each WinZip file will include all applicable files.
Files sent by post should be addressed to: -
The Commissioner
NSW Rural Fire Service
GIS Services Unit
Locked Mail Bag 17,
Granville NSW 2142
Files may be sent to the Service via normal postal service. Files sent in this way must
be copied to a standard Compact Disk (CD). The CD must be posted in a package that
has been specifically designed for CD postage. CD’s should be a closed session and
written for standard CD reader access;
(e) upon request, provide the Service with the following data for use in undertaking
assessments in accordance with the Bush Fire Environmental Assessment Code on
behalf of Council:
(i) property address; and
(ii) property ownership.
This data will be required when the Service is to undertake assessments of individual
applications. Where requested this information must be provided by Council within 2
working days; and
(a) carry out the obligations in clauses 5 to 11 inclusive of this agreement
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January 2006
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Hornsby Ku-ring-gai District
Service Level Agreement
SCHEDULE 2
Identifies the premises that the Commissioner will occupy and use
in the execution of the SLA.
1. Identification of Premises
Brief Description Address Registered Title Particulars
Proprietor (Owner) Lot /DP
Arcadia Fire Station Arcadia park
Hornsby Shire Council LOT 76
Three bays, Besser block
and brick construction
Arcadia Road Arcadia
DP 752048
Berowra Fire Station 7 High Street
Crown Land C/o Hornsby LOT 344
Two bays, Besser block
construction with brick
front.
Berowra
Shire Council
DP 752026
Berowra Waters
Kirkpatrick Way
Unallocated plan and title Unallocated parcel
Fire boat Station
Two bays, Besser block
construction with two
steel lifting platforms for
boats
Berowra Waters.
Brooklyn Fire Station 122 Brooklyn Road Hornsby Shire Council LOT 2
Single bay brick
construction
Brooklyn
DP 358297
Canoelands Fire Station 2 Canoelands Road Crown Land C/o Hornsby Part of LOT 104
Two bays, Besser block
construction with brick
front.
Canoelands
Shire Council
DP 752029
Canteen Station
Cnr Macquarie Drive and Hornsby Shire Council LOT 3
Single bay full brick Shepherds Drive
DP 738083
construction
Cherrybrook
Cherrybrook Fire Station Cnr Macquarie Drive and Hornsby Shire Council LOT 3
Two bays, full brick Shepherds Drive
DP 738083
construction
Cherrybrook
Cowan Fire Station View Street
Hornsby Shire Council LOT 99978
Two bays, Besser block
construction with brick
front.
Cowan
DP 42000
Dangar Island
17x Neotsfield Avenue Hornsby Shire Council Unallocated Parcel, Road
Fire Station
Single bay colorbond
construction
Dangar Island
Reserve
Dural Fire Station Quarry Road
Crown Land C/o Hornsby LOT 1116
Three bays, Besser block
construction with brick
front.
Dural
Shire Council
DP 822289
Galston Fire Station Cnr Mid Dural Road and Hornsby Shire Council LOT 5
Four bays, brick
Johnson Road
DP 712235
construction
Galston
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Headquarters
Fire Station
Two bays, brick
construction
Hornsby Heights
Fire Station
Two bays, Besser block
construction with brick
front.
Milsons Passage
Fire Station
Timber and fibro
construction
Mt Kuring-gai
Fire Station
Two bays, brick
construction
Muogamarra Fire Station
Two bays, Besser block
and brick construction
Westleigh Fire Station
Three bays, Besser block
construction with brick
front.
Fire Control Centre
Two story brick
construction
Hot Training Centre
Besser block construction
Berowra Fire Spotting
Tower
Steel tower with cabin
Galston Fire Spotting
Tower
Steel tower with cabin
143 Galston Road
Hornsby Heights
143 Galston Road
Hornsby Heights
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai District
Service Level Agreement
Crown Land C/o Hornsby
Shire Council
Crown Land C/o Hornsby
Shire Council
Lot 1103 DP 48317
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Rural Fire District Service Agreement Page 2
May 2005
LOT 1075 DP 752053
Milsons Passage Hornsby Shire Council Lot 14 DP 18748
Banyula Place
Mt Kuring-Gai
Glendale Road
Cowan
Warrigal Road
Westleigh
143 Galston Road
Hornsby Heights
Warrigal Road
Westleigh
Pacific Highway
Berowra
Crosslands Road
Galston
(Within Berowra Valley
Regional Park)
Ku-ring-gai Fire Station Golden Jubilee Field
Esk Street
Waroonga
Crown Land C/o Hornsby
Shire Council
Dep.of Land and Housing
Corp.
LOT 1098 DP 46999
LOT 447 DP 752026
Hornsby Shire Council LOT 68 DP 752053
Crown Land C/o Hornsby
Shire Council
Lot 1103 DP 48317
Hornsby Shire Council LOT 68 DP 752053
RTA LOT 3 DP 247991
National Parks and
Wildlife Service
R71637 DP 752048
Crown Land R91141 GG 56 19/5/98

SERVICE DELIVERY MODEL
District Business Planning
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
HORNSBY / KU RING GAI

KEY RESULT AREA: Community Safety
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE:
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S): [Indicative only for first year]
Assist in the prevention of fires through developing, implementing and maintaining a comprehensive
fire investigation, analysis and research capability.
Increasing number of suspicious fires investigated. Reduced number of suspicious
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
CS-18 2.2.2 Undertake investigation into fires of a suspicious nature % of suspicious fires investigated 100% of wildfire
DFCO Operations
100% or structure fires Officer
rptSLA_Sch3 1 / 19
as required

KEY RESULT AREA: Community Safety
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Improve the management of bushfire risk and the performance of fire operations by monitoring the
process and implementing enhancements to District Bush Fire Risk Management Plans and Plans of
Operations.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
Improved effectiveness of Plans of Operations during firefighting operations. Improved level of
management of bush fire risk.
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
CS-14 2.3.1 Record development applications, hazard complaints, hazard
reductions and permits on BRIMS
CS-21 2.3.6 Provide personnel and plant support for interagency hazard
reductions, fire break maintenance and development on
Council lands and fire trail maintainance
% of data entered 100% of all information entered Fire Mitigation Officer
DFCO Community
Safety Officer
Community Safety
Officer
Ongoing
Meet request for assistance with
hazard reductions, fire breaks and fire
trails
85% of requests met As required
CS-22 2.3.6 Maintain GIS and mapping capabilities within the District Ability to provide GIS support for 100% Operations Officer Ongoing
mitigation and operations
DFCO Community
Safety Officer
rptSLA_Sch3 2 / 19

KEY RESULT AREA: Community Safety
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 30/09/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S): [Indicative only for first year]
Reduce the impact of bush fires on the community through a consistent and equitable planning and
development control process.
Reduced annual average levels of property damage caused by bush fires.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
CS-15 2.4.2 Assess referred Development Applications in accordance with
Planning for Bushfire Protection
% assessed within timeframe 100% DFCO Community
Safety Officer
Development Control
Officer
21 days
rptSLA_Sch3 3 / 19

KEY RESULT AREA: Community Safety
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Reduce the likelihood and severity of uncontrolled fires by regulating the community’s use of fire and
by introducing a range of community based incident prevention and mitigation campaigns and
programs.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
Reduced annual number of property damage or loss caused by fire. Reduced number of deaths
attributed to fire.Reduced number of injuries attributed to fire. Reduced annual average area of
uncontrolled fires. Reduce median cost of fire damage. Percentage of managed lands with fire
frequency as per management plan. Number of fire incidents per 100,000 persons.
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
CS-01 2.1.3 Appoint permit issuing officers within the District
Issue fire permits
CS-02 2.1.9 Conduct and support HR burns in accordance with BFRMP and
prescribed burning SOPs
Inform staff of HR request process
CS-03 2.1.27 In consultation with the broader community through Community
FireWise, we will endeavour to improve bush fire preparedness
CS-04 2.1.24 Produce the Community Education Strategy in line with the
eSDM process. Implement strategy
CS-05 2.1.26 Establish additional community fireguard groups and maintain
support for existing groups across the district. Provide catering
for street meetings
CS-06 2.1.17 Support current and train additional district Community
Education personnel through attendance at Community
Education and associated conferences
CS-07 2.1.11 Educate brigades and the community regarding Hazard
Reduction Certificates. Issue certificates
CS-08 2.1.28 Continue Fireguard for Kids program and school visits.
Incorporate awareness of smoke alarms
Minimum number of permit issuing
officers maintained.
Assess and issue fire permits as
required - % of permits
issued/addressed within 7 days of
request
HR burns concucted in accordance
with BFRMP and implement SOPs
Staff aware of process
Conduct Community FireWise street
meetings
Advertise through local media
Community education strategy
produced and implemented
37 permit issuing officers
Upon application for fire permit -
90% - 100% addressed within
timeframe
100% conducted in accordance
with BFRMP/ SOPs
All staff
Street meetings held on a needs
basis
Advertise prior and during fire
season
Fire Mitigation Officer
DFCO Operations
Officer
Community Safety
Officer
DFCO Community
Safety Officer
Annual review
7 days
Hazard reduction
season
Ongoing
Strategy produced by timeframe DFCO Community September
Safety Officer annually
New Groups implemented Five groups established DFCO Community
Safety Officer
As required
Members attending conference 3 attend State Community DFCO Community
Education conference
10 attend Regional Community
Education conference
Safety Officer
Assess and issue hazard reduction
certificates as required - % of
certificates issued/addressed
Upon application for hazard
reduction certificate 80%
addressed within timeframe
Community Safety
Officer
Fire Mitigation Officer
Annually
within 14 days
Annual number of visits attained 10 per year DFCO Community
Safety Officer
Ongoing
CS-09 2.1.36 Promote displays and fire station visits Number held In line with Fire Wise meetings DFCO Community
Safety Officer
Ongoing
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KEY RESULT AREA: Community Safety
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Reduce the likelihood and severity of uncontrolled fires by regulating the community’s use of fire and
by introducing a range of community based incident prevention and mitigation campaigns and
programs.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
Reduced annual number of property damage or loss caused by fire. Reduced number of deaths
attributed to fire.Reduced number of injuries attributed to fire. Reduced annual average area of
uncontrolled fires. Reduce median cost of fire damage. Percentage of managed lands with fire
frequency as per management plan. Number of fire incidents per 100,000 persons.
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
CS-10 2.1.37 Assist in the effectiveness of fire fighting operations by
maintaining a Blue Hydrant Marker and SWS program
CS-11 2.1.13 Liase with land managers/agencies re mitigation and public
education strategies (BFMC).
All lost markers replaced
SWS signs distributed and displayed
in Rural areas
Number of fuel management
committee & community educaton
meetings held
100% of lost markers replaced
Properties in Arcadia, Dural and
Galston
52 per year
6 per year
DFCO Community
Safety Officer
District Manager
DFCO Community
Safety Officer
Community Safety
Officer
Ongoing
replacement
March 2006
Weekly
Bi-monthly
CS-12 2.1.9 Prepare annual Hazard Reduction proposals for BFMC All proposals included 100% Community Safety
Officer
Oct annually
CS-13 2.1.13 Co-ordinate public education strategies across the adjoining
district boundaries
CS-16 2.1.22 Coordinate the identification and maintenance of fire trails in
accordance with the BFRMP.
Submit funding bid for Crown Land
CS-17 2.1.41 Develop a fire education centre for use by school students,
community groups and other agencies
CS-19 2.1.16 Investigate hazard complaints and issue s66 notices where
required.
CS-23 2.1.1 Educate the community, staff and Brigade Officers regarding
the Bushfire Environmental Assessment Code
Consistent information 100% DFCO Operations
Officer
DFCO Community
Safety Officer
Ongoing
Coordinating Committee aware of
planned maintenance
Funding approved
Purpose build education centre
incorporated into plans for new FCC
Acknowledge receipt of hazard
complaint and conduct inspection
Number of refresher information
sessions
Community awareness through
FireWise
Recommendations and Funding
bid submitted
Utilise Community Educaiton
trailer
95% acknowledged within
timeframe
80% inspected within timeframe
1 Captains meeting
1COT
1 staff meeting
Community Safety
Officer
District Manager
DFCO Community
Safety Officer
Community Safety
Officer
Fire Mitigation Officer
DFCO Community
Safety Officer
Community Safety
Officer
rptSLA_Sch3 5 / 19
May annually
December 2006
Letter of
acknowledgement
within 2 working
days
Inspection within
7 working days
prior to HR
season annually

KEY RESULT AREA: Learning and Development
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE:
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Enable the Service to maintain a National Training Provider Registration by complying with the
Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF).
National Provider registration maintained.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
LD-08 3.2.2 Ensure appropriate numbers of qualified instructors for all
levels of training that the District is currently SOP8 accredited
to provide
LD-12 3.2.1 Provide a high level of training delivery and management
through adequate administration support
LD-15 3.2.2 Improve the quality of instruction on all District courses through
increased access for Brigade members to attend ITT courses
All instruction is given by certified RFS
instructors
100% DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
December 2005
Efficient operation Maintain current support through District Manager
administration officer
DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
Administration Officer
L&D
Run a number of ITT courses in the
District
2 days per week
2 courses DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
Each year
LD-16 3.2.2 Increase the number of qualified assessors within the District Number of assessors 20 assessors DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
April 2006
LD-17 3.2.1 Continue system to inform Brigade Training Officers of
attendance of members on courses.
Improve notification time for instructors
LD-27 3.2.1 Develop and implement a system to review instructors'
technique and technical knowledge
LD-29 3.2.2 Provide support in Village Firefighting
Improve the instruction on Village courses
LD-30 3.2.2 Provide Crew Leader instruction and assessment.
Provide continued training for Crew Leader qualified members
and Brigade Officers
Brigade training officers aware of
members accepted on course
85%
% of instructors notified within timframe
100% notified within timeframe
Notification one
month prior to
course
Instructors
notified at
beginning of
calendar year
System developed Instructors competent to teach DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
December 2005
% if firefighters in the District hold VF
qualification
% of Brigade Officer qualified at this
level
75% DFCO Learning & 12 months
Development Officer following
completion of BF
90% DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
July 2005
LD-31 3.2.1 Develop a process to review and audit training at Brigade level Process developed Training carried out DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
December 2005
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KEY RESULT AREA: Learning and Development
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Satisfy the current and future needs of the Service and other agencies by maintaining and expanding
the competencies of both operational and non- operational personnel.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
Percentage of operational personnel possessing the competencies required by the Service.
Percentage of non-operational personnel possessing the competencies required by the Service.
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
LD-01 3.1.5 District Training plan developed annually and calendar
produced and circulated.
Undertake a needs analysis for training across the District and
program a calendar of courses to meet those needs.
LD-02 3.1.9 Develop a chainsaw instruction team. Provide opportunities to
maintain skills.
District Training plan developed
Calendar produced and circulated
Number of Cross cut instructors in the
Distriict
Plan developed annually
Calendar produced and
circulated twice yearly
DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
November each
year
4 Instructors in the district October 2005
LD-03 3.1.11 Integrate OH&S 'best practises' into all training at all levels. Reduction of fireground injuries 0 injuries on the fireground DFCO Operations
Officer
DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
Ongoing
LD-04 3.1.6 Review format and carry out ongoing Continuing Officer
Training
LD-05 3.1.5 Maintain appropriate facilities & infrastructure to ensure levels
of training are maintained
LD-06 3.1.6 Investigate fitness levels for new recruits and existing members.
Members to undertake a basic medical and complete
appropriate paperwork before undertaking a Basic Firefighter
Course.
Aattandance at COT meeting by
brigade officers
Make repairs to training centre and
training room as required
Design a medical appropriate for the
new firefighters
85% DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
ongoing
Facilities promote a positive
learning environment
Agreed medical in place by
timeframe
Operations Officer
DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
District Field Officer
Ongoing
Medical approved
and inplace by
March 2007 --
After that ongoing
LD-07 3.1.4 Maintain the District Training Team Number of meetings held 6 meetings a year DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
Bi-monthly
LD-09 3.1.1 Develop and conduct training sessions with other agencies
within the Hornsby - Ku-Ring-Gai Rural Fire District. As per the
MOU, undertake cross-service training.
In compliance with Training SOP and
Service Standards
At least one per agency annually. DFCO Learning & ongoing
Development Officer
LD-10 3.1.4 Conduct meetings with Brigade Training Officers. Positions filled within each brigade. Meetings with 90% attandance DFCO Learning & Ongoing
Meeting held bi-monthly.
Development Officer
LD-11 3.1.2 Organise delivery of training geared toward unique hazards eg.
Electrical safety/ railway safety, etc.
LD-13 3.1.6 Develop and deliver appropriate training for Catering and
Communication personnel for safe working on the fireground.
Special training plan developed 100% of unique hazards DFCO Learning &
included on plan
Development Officer
That all members of Communications
and Catering Brigades have received
appropriate fireground safety training.
March 2006
100% trained and assessed DFCO Learning & Annual training
Development Officer session
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KEY RESULT AREA: Learning and Development
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PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Satisfy the current and future needs of the Service and other agencies by maintaining and expanding
the competencies of both operational and non- operational personnel.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
Percentage of operational personnel possessing the competencies required by the Service.
Percentage of non-operational personnel possessing the competencies required by the Service.
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
LD-14 3.1.6 Provide support for the members of Catering brigade to attend
food handling courses.
All memebers of the Canteen are
trainind in safe food handling
100% of the members trained Ongoing
LD-18 3.1.9 Allow access by Council staff to RFS District training facilities % of requests for use of facilities met 90% Administration Officer
L&D
Administration Officer
as required
LD-19 3.1.9 Provide and support the specialised training needs of brigades
in the areas of CABA, boat work, chainsaw.
LD-20 3.1.7 Continue to enfore minimum competency requirement for
Brigade and Group Officers
Ongoing training events for CABA
boats and chainsaw
% of Brigade Officers attained Crew
Leader
% of Group Officers attained Group
Leader
At least 1district training event
per year
100%
100%
DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
District Manager
DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
Annual
Brigade AGMs
Group Officer
elections
Special
appointments at
other times
LD-21 3.1.8 Implement driver training courses for all brigades All brigades have a number of drivers 75% DFCO Learning & 2 courses per
trained for operation of the briagde
vehicles.
Development Officer year
LD-22 3.1.21 Provide opportuniteis for staff job development through
identifying and delivering District staff training
Oportunities available for District staff
to attend training
Training needs identified and
incorporated into PMPRS
District Manager
DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
LD-23 3.1.10 Develop brigade training aids for use at all training levels. Training aids available to be used by Ongoing DFCO Learning & Ongoing
brigades.
Development Officer
LD-24 3.1.8 Provide First Aid training to volunteers in line with the RFS
training package
LD-25 3.1.2 Develop and implement a GPS 'Users' course across the
District.
LD-26 3.1.8 Support District volunteers in the promotion of external RFS
courses. Eg. Media liaison, aviation, etc.
Training avaiable in the district through
numbers of courses
% group officers trained and familiar
with GPS operations and use.
% of Brigade officers familiar and
comfortable with use and operation of
GPS
Heightened level of specialist training
in the district
June annually
4 courses run DFCO Learning & Set down in
Development Officer training calendar
in November
annually
100% of Group Officers
50% of Brigade Officers
5 newly qualified people per
year.
DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
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Annually
Ongoing

KEY RESULT AREA: Learning and Development
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PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Satisfy the current and future needs of the Service and other agencies by maintaining and expanding
the competencies of both operational and non- operational personnel.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
Percentage of operational personnel possessing the competencies required by the Service.
Percentage of non-operational personnel possessing the competencies required by the Service.
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
LD-28 3.1.12 Conduct briefings and other training where changes have been
implemented in Service Standards and/ or SOPs.
All brigade officers are aware of any
changes that may effect their abliity to
perform.
information avaliable ASAP to
the officers affected.
LD-32 3.1.3 Provide RPL and RCC support and processes when required. RPL & RCC processed As required DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
Administration Officer
L&D
As required
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Ongoing

KEY RESULT AREA: Management
Reference
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PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 24/09/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Support delivery of the Service’s business and operational outcomes by having the required number
of competent personnel working in an appropriate organisational structure, and in a safe and
productive working environment.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
Improving trend of personnel competency matching identified position or task requirements.
Percentage of positions vacant at any time. Reducing trend of unplanned absences. Reducing trend in
staff turnover.
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
MGT-31 1.5.4 Provide support to the OH&S committee and program identified
works and initiatives to be implemented
MGT-38 1.5.7 Maintain appropriate levels of staffing.
Implement systems for staff communications
MGT-39 1.5.5 Implement Personal Management Performance and Review
System (PMPRS) across the District
MGT-43 1.5.13 Maintain FCC building including electricity, water telephones
and mobiles phones and make repairs as required. Make
alterations to building to accommodate changes in staffing
MGT-44 1.5.13 Renovate and extend the current EOC incorporating training
facilities, catering facilities and stores
All OH&S issues attended to No outstanding OH&S issues DFCO Operations
Officer
Ongoing
All positions filled and comply with
position description.
Communications Procedure developed
PMPRS completed for each staff
member, Plan agreed on and signed
building is maintained and services
provided for. Adequate working
environment for staff
100% filled and comply District Manager ongoing
PMPRS developed by timeframe
Undertake reviews
Repairs are made within budget
to upkeep building
District Manager
Business Officer
DFCO Operations
Officer
Redevopment works complete Current site meets needs of
District
District Manager
MGT-46 1.5.2 Uphold the health, safety and welfare of volunteers and staff District Chaplain appointed.
Support District Chaplain.
Catering provided for volunteers during
operational times
Health & safety issues attended to
Maintain support for Catering
members
Health & Safety Committee
undertake checks
District Manager
DFCO Operations
Officer
rptSLA_Sch3 10 / 19
June 2004
Quarterly
ongoing as
required
Completion in
2012/2013
As required
Annualy checks

KEY RESULT AREA: Management
Reference
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PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Support the provision of an efficient and effective fire and emergency service through the
Expenditure within predicted budget.
implementation and continuous improvement of Service planning, resourcing, management, work
practices, monitoring and reporting systems.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
MGT-01 1.1.11 Continue to implement the Service Delivery Model eSDM completed, SA Schedule 3, eSDM process completed District Manager September 2005
budget figures and Community
Education strategy developed
Business Officer
MGT-02 1.1.43 Maintain adequate numbers of Brigades throughout the
District. Record Brigade boundaries
Form or disband Brigades where
required
Update Brigade boundaries as
necessary
Number of Brigades suitable for
current requirements
Brigade boundaries current
District Manager
MGT-03 1.1.21 Maintain records of incidents, membership, contacts, training FIRS & RMS data current to 95% 90% Operations Officer Data updated
Administration Officer
L&D
Administration Officer
weekly
MGT-04 1.1.19 Update and review current District SOP’s and implement new
ones as required. Distribute to brigades
MGT-05 1.1.25 Provide insurance for brigade stations, vehicles and FCC and
lodge claims on behalf of the brigade when required
MGT-06 1.1.14 Provide executive support to BFMC to monitor & review
planning and operations process
MGT-07 1.1.27 Ensure appropriate levels of fire fighting applicances are
provided to brigades
MGT-08 1.5.2 Provide uniforms (non PPE) to volunteers including name
badges, blues and walk outs for Group Officers
MGT-09 1.5.2 Implement and inspect requirement of full & correct wearing of
appropriate PPE whilst participating in all brigade activities
I
Ongoing
SOP’s current Under review District Manager
Business Officer
DFCO Operations
Officer
Ongoing
Claims lodged and repairs or
replacement items attended to
Risk management /operations plans
current & approved
Sufficient numbers of Fire fighting
appliances allocated to brigade and up
to Service Standard
Members are identified and uniforms
needs are met
Members wear correct PPE at all
times
100% of claims lodged District Manager
Business Officer
As required
Plans approved District Manager 5 yearly for risk
Sufficient numbers of
appliances allocated to brigades
Supply name and brigade
badges for members
Supply uniforms for Group
Officers and Communications
staff
DFCO Operations
Officer
DFCO Community
Safety Officer
District Manager
DFCO Operations
Officer
management
plan, 3 yearly for
operations plan
Ongoing
Ongoing
100% DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
Ongoing
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KEY RESULT AREA: Management
Reference
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PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Support the provision of an efficient and effective fire and emergency service through the
Expenditure within predicted budget.
implementation and continuous improvement of Service planning, resourcing, management, work
practices, monitoring and reporting systems.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
MGT-10 1.1.36 Maintain records of the Districts training performance to provide
to the Service
MGT-11 1.1.40 Relocate Hornsby Heights and Hornsby stations to enable
redevelopment of current EOC site
MGT-12 1.1.40 Develop a station, fire tower and mooring maintenance check
list to define ongoing works and undertake repairs as required
Information provided to the Service All information available DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
Administration Officer
L&D
Annually
Stations relocated Current stations meet
operational needs
District Manager
Completion in
2010/2011
Works defined Stations maintained DFCO Operations
Officer
Ongoing
MGT-13 1.3.2 Develop ongoing IT maintenance / replacement program Program developed
IT meets needs of district.
Telephone system upgraded Update of redundant equipment
MGT-14 1.1.3 Appoint Brigade Officers in accordance with Brigade AGMs
Authorise entry without notice
AGM returns completed and
authorised by FCO
Warrant cards issued to all Officers
Brigade Officer positions filled
Warrant cards issued
DFCO Operations
Officer
Business Officer
District Manager
DFCO Operations
Officer
Ongoing
May 2005
August 2005
MGT-15 1.1.27 Design an appropriate Forward Command unit Vehicle operational Div Com and comms available District Manager
DFCO Operations
Officer
January 2007
MGT-16 1.1.27 Maintain ongoing staff vehicle replacement and maintenance
schedule
MGT-17 1.1.25 Maintain ongoing mechanical servicing infrastructure and
support through the Council workshop
Program developed
District vehicles replaced within
timeframe
Servicable fleet
Replace main tankers
District vehicles replaced
Vehicle repairs turned around
within timeframe
MGT-18 1.1.27 Implement ongoing fire boat replacement program Develop program
Boats that meet ops
requirements
MGT-19 1.1.5 Carry out elections for Group Officers 4 Group Officers and 3 Deputy Group 3 Group Officers and 3 Deputy
Officers elected
Group Officers
MGT-20 1.1.30 Recruit volunteers in accordance with the Service Membership
Unit
100% of applications processed
through membership unit
Maintain membership capping within
the Brigades
100% of applications processed
through membership unit
Brigades adhere to membership
capping
DFCO Operations
Officer
District Manager
rptSLA_Sch3 12 / 19
every 10 years
At 60,000km or 2
years
On going.
Ongoing
every 3 years
Ongoing

KEY RESULT AREA: Management
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Support the provision of an efficient and effective fire and emergency service through the
Expenditure within predicted budget.
implementation and continuous improvement of Service planning, resourcing, management, work
practices, monitoring and reporting systems.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
MGT-21 1.1.32 Promote professional image of the District by attending to
correspondence in a timely manner
MGT-22 1.1.40 Provide resources for the ongoing maintenance of existing
communications towers
Database maintained and
correspondence recorded
Funds available to carry out necessary
works
All correspondence addressed
within timeframe
10 working days
Facilities in good condition Business Officer
DFCO Operations
Officer
Ongoing
MGT-23 1.1.40 Provide burglar alarm systems and monitoring within all stations All alarms monitored
5 stations DFCO Operations 5 stations
15 stations fitted with alarms
Officer
2004/2005
5 stations
2005/2006
5 stations
2006/2007
MGT-24 1.1.40 Plan new facilities for Berowra Waters marine Facilities completed Meets brigade needs District Manager July 2006
MGT-25 1.1.40 Upgrade mooring at Brooklyn Facilities completed Meets brigade needs DFCO Operations
Officer
December 2005
MGT-26 1.1.40 Design concept plans for Dangar Island station and mooring Plans completed Meets brigade needs DFCO Operations
Officer
July 2006
MGT-27 1.1.37 Support Brigades in adopting a Constitution in accordance with
Service Standard
MGT-28 1.1.38 Provide continuous support to the District Office through
adequate stationary and office supplies
MGT-29 1.1.40 Incorporate Catering facilities into design for new FCC.
Develop processes for delivery of catering
All Brigades adopted Service model
Constitution
Inventory control system developed
and implemented
Stock audit undertaken
Design facilities appropriate for
preparation and delivery of food.
District Policy on delivery developed
100% adopted Annual review
System developed
Stock levels maintained
Current facilities meet brigade
needs
Administration Officer
District Manager
DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
MGT-30 1.1.40 Undertake construction of new fire station for Arcadia Brigade Station complete Current facilities meet brigade
needs
District Manager
February 2006
Monthly audit
December 2006
MGT-32 1.1.11 Implement the brigade management planning module of SDM Management planning module 100% implementation District Manager June 2006
implemented in all brigades
Business Officer
MGT-34 1.7.9 Promote the District as a community participant through charity
and community support
Involvement at functions, meetings
and presentations
Meet 60% of requests for
attendance
rptSLA_Sch3 13 / 19
April 2006
As requested

KEY RESULT AREA: Management
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Support the provision of an efficient and effective fire and emergency service through the
Expenditure within predicted budget.
implementation and continuous improvement of Service planning, resourcing, management, work
practices, monitoring and reporting systems.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
MGT-35 1.1.25 Maintain generator at FCC through servicing and supply of fuel Generator running to capacity with
minimal disruption
No breakdowns of generator Annual service
MGT-36 1.1.27 Order items on behalf of brigades Brigades operational requirements are 80% Operations Officer ongoing as
met
Business Officer required
MGT-37 1.1.9 Provide Communications Platform Link between District & Head Office
sufficient
Continuous Business Officer Ongoing
MGT-40 1.1.42 Staff Travel and accomodation to conferences and other work
related matters
MGT-41 1.1.12 Provide support for a combined SLA between the RFS,
Hornsby Council and Ku-ring-gai Council.
Staff attendance at functions Stay within budget District Manager
Business Officer
Ongoing
Zone Service Agreement signed off SLA maintained to Councils District Manager
requirments
Business Officer
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August 2005

KEY RESULT AREA: Management
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 24/09/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Support volunteers in performing their Service roles by enhancing and engendering a culture that
provides an environment that recognises the vital contribution of the volunteers
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
Volunteers consulted and influence all significant initiatives that may affect them. Increasing level of
volunteer satisfaction with the timeliness and response to issues raised by them. Service Standards
and SOPs are subject to review with volunteers.
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
MGT-33 1.6.9 Support achievements of volunteer members and staff through
presentations and functions
MGT-42 1.6.3 Provide electricity, water and a telephone allowance, payment
of waste removal and rates for brigade stations
MGT-45 1.6.11 Undertake disciplinary action in accordance with Service
Standards
MGT-47 1.6.1 Promote opportunities for consulation and discussion with
Brigades and Senior Management
Hold awards presentations involving
volunteers, salaried staff and special
guests
Basic running costs of all brigade
stations are met
Continue to hold awards
presentations
Continue to hold Mayoral Dinner
Administration Officer
Annually
Annually
100% Business Officer Annual telephone
allowance.
Quarterly bill
payments
All disciplinary matters actioned Matters dealt with by District
Disciplinary action
District Manager
Captains meetings held
SMT meetings held
Captains meetings held
SMT meetings held
District Manager
rptSLA_Sch3 15 / 19
As required
Monthly
Monthly

KEY RESULT AREA: Operations
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE:
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of operations with other agencies by developing,
implementing and improving response and operational protocols for all emergency incidents.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
90th percentile response time. Reduction in property losses. Reduction in loss of life to the public and
fire fighters. Reduction in injury to the public and fire fighters
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
OPS-05 4.2.11 Develop Logistics plan, including listings of local suppliers and
logistic resources. Develop emergency catering arrangements
Plan operational
List of suppliers developed
Plan developed
List of suppliers maintained and
updated
DFCO Operations
Officer
Operations Officer
November 2005
September
annually or on a
needs basis
OPS-11 4.2.5 Provide assistance to other agencies during incidents % of requests met
100% as required
OPS-12 4.2.5 Provide appropriately qualified Liaison Officers (LO) to other
agencies
OPS-14 4.2.1 Undertake operations in accordance with NSWFB and SES
MAA. Review documents
% of requests met for LO at all major
incidents
Operations carried out in accordance
with documents
90% DFCO Operations
Officer
As required
Documents reviewed DFCO Operations
Officer
annually
OPS-18 4.2.9 Provide ongoing support to LEMC number of meetings attended 4 meetings DFCO Operations Quarterly
Officer
meetings
OPS-21 4.2.2 Comply with NSWFB Communications SLA Local procedures in place to comply 100% DFCO Operations
Officer
ongoing
OPS-26 4.2.10 Develop coordinated response in border areas with adjoinint
Districts.
Review District boundaries
Percentage of responses on District
boundaries better coordinated
90% DFCO Operations During incidents
Officer
on border areas
rptSLA_Sch3 16 / 19

KEY RESULT AREA: Operations
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operational management by establishing, maintaining and
improving a standardised incident response and management infrastructure.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
90th percentile response time. Reduction in property losses. Reduction in loss of life to the public and
fire fighters. Reduction in injury to the public and fire fighters
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
OPS-01 4.1.17 Increase numbers & competence of IMT members & field
commanders
OPS-02 4.1.17 Provide more management support personnel for IMT & field
commanders
OPS-03 4.1.1 Provide effective response and management to all waterways
incidents
OPS-04 4.1.1 Develop appropriate vessels to meet district/service needs.
Investigate vessel tracking for current vessels
Number of competent personnel Field: 20, IMT: 10 DFCO Operations September
Officer
annual review
Number of available support personnel 10 DFCO Operations September
Officer
annual review
Response to all incidents 100% DFCO Operations
Officer
Ongoing
Boats designed and built
Quotes obtained
3
Options explored
DFCO Operations
Officer
1 boat 2006/2007
1 boat 2008/2009
1 boat 2010/2011
March 2006
OPS-06 4.1.1 Maintain response procedures for bush fire alert/TOBAN days Manual kept updated Response effective DFCO Operations
Officer
During TOBANs
OPS-07 4.1.4 Maintain dedicated 24hr emergency contact system All emergency calls answered 100% DFCO Operations
Officer
Daily
OPS-08 4.1.8 Provide and maintain reliable paging systems for the response
of brigades
Alleviate black spots through upgrade to paging network
Dispatched within one minute 100% DFCO Operations
Officer
Ongoing
OPS-09 4.1.1 Maintain safe response to all fire & emergency calls Response to all incidents
100% Ongoing
OPS-10 4.1.8 Provide and maintain effective communications systems to
support operations through radios and access to mobile phones
Develop radio redundancy / backup plan
OPS-13 4.1.11 Establish and maintain operational support for catering and
stocks of stores and equipment in support of field, air and
waterborne incidents
Communication system meets
operational requirements
Backup system available for use
90% coverage of district
All staff aware of plan
DFCO Operations
Officer
Ongoing
April 2006
District logistics needs met 80% DFCO Operations
Officer
Operations Officer
District Field Officer
Ongoing
OPS-15 4.3.2 Develop and implement a District Communications Plan Communications plan developed Communications plan developed DFCO Operations
Officer
December 2005
OPS-16 4.1.13 Provide crews for out of area assistance.
Maintain 'out of area assistance' personnel list
Ability to provide crews
Application forms resubmitted annually
Crews available for deployment
List current
DFCO Operations
Officer
rptSLA_Sch3 17 / 19
As required
Annual update

KEY RESULT AREA: Operations
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE: 11/08/2004
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operational management by establishing, maintaining and
improving a standardised incident response and management infrastructure.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
90th percentile response time. Reduction in property losses. Reduction in loss of life to the public and
fire fighters. Reduction in injury to the public and fire fighters
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
OPS-19 4.1.1 Plan for close operational compatibility with adjoining districts Consistency in Operations Protocol developed DFCO Operations
Officer
Ongoing
OPS-20 4.1.22 Maintain the FCC centre in a state of readiness FCC always in an operational state 100% DFCO Operations
Officer
Operations Officer
District Field Officer
Ongoing
OPS-22 4.1.7 Maintain a list of volunteers identified for use in IMT List of nominees current and available To be up to date by September September
annually
OPS-29 4.1.1 Provide Medical examinations for Breathing Apparatus
Operators
All BA operators have current mediacls 100% DFCO Learning &
Development Officer
ongoing
OPS-30 4.1.1 Maintain CABA sets through servicing and checks Brigades are CABA operational All CABA units maintained Operations Officer Yearly
District Field Officer 6 yearly major
service
OPS-32 4.1.1 Implement an annual operational readiness check of tankers
and equipment
Vehicles and equipment checked,
faulty equipment replaced
Reparis on tankers and
equipment carried out
rptSLA_Sch3 18 / 19
September
annually

KEY RESULT AREA: Operations
Reference
No.
PROPOSED SERVICE AGREEMENT - SCHEDULE 3
DISTRICT / TEAM / ZONE: HORNSBY / KU RING GAI DATE:
KEY STRATEGIES: KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR(S):
Improve the operational effectiveness of Rural Fire Brigades by developing, deploying and
maintaining appropriate fire fighting equipment.
Strat. Plan
Ref. No.
Implementation Year: 2005-2006
[Indicative only for first year]
Reduction in average damage cost caused by fires. Reduction of unavailability caused by equipment
failures
ProposedPrograms or Actions Performance Indicators
Current Target Performance Responsible Person Timeframe
OPS-27 4.4.5 Maintain and update fleet and pump replacement plan. Ensure
fleet are built to Service Standards
OPS-28 4.1.1 Ensure appropriate levels of PPE are provided to all members.
Provide identification for new firefighters.
Undertake audit of PPE
OPS-33 4.4.4 Maintain ongoing mechanical servicing for fleet and fleet
equipment through the Council workshop
OPS-34 4.4.4 Develop maintenance plan for general equipment and
undertake repairs and replacement as required
Fleet operational and meet Service
Standard
All requests for new PPE met
Audit completed
100% DFCO Operations
Officer
ongoing
100% Operations Officer
District Field Officer
DFCO Operations
Officer
As requested
Fleet and equipment maintained Vehicle repairs turned around DFCO Operations
within timeframe
Officer
Operations Officer
District Field Officer
Equipment remains functional and in
good condition
3 working days
Stocktake and audit undertaken DFCO Operations
Officer
Annually
rptSLA_Sch3 19 / 19

CABA Back Plates in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Vehicle Allocated To Purchased
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK HORNSBY FCC
6501 SABRE CENTURION 009806 ARCADIA 1B
1/01/1998
6501 SABRE CENTURION 009831 ARCADIA 1B
1/01/1998
6501 SABRE CENTURION 026119 ARCADIA 1B
1/01/1994
6501 SABRE CENTURION 038672 ARCADIA 1B
1/01/1996
6503 SABRE COMTOUR A046549 BROOKLYN PUMPER
10/05/2004
6503 SABRE CONTOUR A046535 BROOKLYN PUMPER
10/05/2004
6503 SABRE CONTOUR A046562 BROOKLYN PUMPER
10/05/2004
6503 SABRE COUNROUR A046572 BROOKLYN PUMPER
10/05/2004
6508 SABRE CENTURION 011347 DURAL 1
1/01/1992
6508 SABRE CENTURION 026087 HORNSBY 1B
1/01/1994
6508 SABRE CENTURION A009197 DURAL 1
1/01/1999
6508 SABRE CENTURION A009234 HORNSBY 1B
1/01/1999
6509 SABRE CENTURION 026025 GALSTON 1 BRAVO
1/07/1994
6509 SABRE CENTURION 026113 GALSTON 1 BLPHA
1/07/1994
6509 SABRE CENTURION A009286 GALSTON 1 BRAVO
1/10/1999
6509 SABRE CENTURION A009997 GALSTON 1 BRAVO
1/10/1999
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

CABA Cylinders in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Vehicle Allocated To Purchased
CK HORNSBY FCC
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF2488
1/11/1990
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF4705
1/10/1991
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF4706
1/11/1991
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF5377
1/11/1991
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF5383
1/11/1991
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF5388
1/11/1991
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF5389
1/11/1991
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF8104
1/06/1993
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF8257
1/08/1993
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF8260
1/08/1993
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF8278
1/04/2004
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF8287
1/08/1993
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF8294
1/08/1993
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF8593
1/10/1993
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF8607
1/10/1993
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF8610
1/10/1993
CK 6500 CIG L64W MF8613
1/10/1993
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG0941
1/09/1994
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG0951
1/09/1994
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG0955
1/09/1994
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG0956
1/09/1994
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 4

Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Vehicle Allocated To Purchased
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG0958
1/09/1994
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG0960
1/09/1994
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG0971
1/09/1994
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG0972
1/09/1994
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG2991
1/03/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG2995
1/03/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG2996
1/03/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG3018
1/03/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG3023
1/03/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG3024
1/03/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG3035
1/03/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG3036
1/03/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG4212
1/09/1991
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG5696
1/11/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG5955
1/11/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG5956
1/11/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG5969
1/02/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG6171
1/11/1995
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG6480
1/02/1996
CK 6500 CIG L64W MG9436
1/08/1996
CK 6500 CIG L64W MH0805
1/10/1996
CK 6500 CIG L64W MH0809
10/10/1996
CK 6500 CIG L64W MH0825
1/10/1996
CK 6500 CIG L64W MH5826
1/06/1999
CK 6500 GIG L64W MF5378
1/11/1991
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 2 of 4

Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Vehicle Allocated To Purchased
CK 6500 LUXFEER L64W MJ7066
1/03/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MF4705
1/09/1991
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MF5378
1/11/1991
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH0805
1/10/1996
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH0840
1/10/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH2746
10/03/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH2748
1/03/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH2749
1/03/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH2750
1/03/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH3469
1/11/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH3484
1/07/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH3492
1/07/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH3494
1/07/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH3496
1/07/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH3500
1/07/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH3515
1/07/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH3518
1/07/1998
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5753
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5754
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5793
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5806
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5812
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5817
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5826
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5827
1/06/1999
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 3 of 4

Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Vehicle Allocated To Purchased
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5832
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5837
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5891
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5894
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH5921
1/06/1999
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH7076
1/03/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MH7076
1/03/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MJ4715
1/06/2003
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MJ7051
1/03/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MJ7058
1/03/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MJ7058
1/03/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MJ7064
1/02/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MJ7065
1/03/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MJ7067
1/03/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MJ7070
1/03/2004
CK 6500 LUXFER L64W MJ7078
1/03/2004
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 4 of 4

CABA Distress Signal Units in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Vehicle Allocated To Purchased
CK HORNSBY FCC
CK 6501 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 09300 ARCADIA 1B
10/10/2001
CK 6501 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 013032 ARCADIA 1B
10/10/2001
CK 6501 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 013048 ARCADIA 1B
10/10/2001
CK 6501 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 08202 ARCADIA 1B
10/10/2000
CK 6503 FIREFLY 1 MODEL .///// BROOKLYN PUMPER
10/10/2000
CK 6503 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 14770 BROOKLYN PUMPER
10/10/2000
CK 6503 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 14811 BROOKLYN PUMPER
10/10/2000
CK 6503 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 18802 BROOKLYN PUMPER
10/10/2000
CK 6508 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 09339 DURAL 1
10/10/2000
CK 6508 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 14771 DURAL 1
10/10/2000
CK 6508 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 14798 DURAL 1
10/10/2000
CK 6508 FIREFLY I MODEL /////// DURAL 1
10/10/2000
CK 6509 FIREFLY 1 MODEL ?????? GALSTON 1 BRAVO
10/10/2000
CK 6509 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 010401 GALSTON 1 BRAVO
10/10/2000
CK 6509 FIREFLY 1 MODEL 08808 GALSTON 1 BRAVO
10/10/2000
CK 6509 FIREFLY 1MODEL 010216 GALSTON 1 BRAVO
10/10/2000
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Chainsaws in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Person Allocated
Vehicle Allocated Purchased
CK HORNSBY FCC
CK 6500 HUSQVANA 181E 1984017116 DISTRICT OFFICE
10/10/1989
CK 6500 STIHL 009 L 2315066 DISTRICT OFFICE
10/10/1993
CK 6500 STIHL 009 L 255729802 DISTRICT OFFICE
20/10/2001
CK 6500 STIHL 009 L 255766458 DISTRICT OFFICE
10/10/2001
CK 6501 HUSQVARNA 036 3030013 ARCADIA 1B
15/11/1995
CK 6501 HUSQVARNA 372 XP 965-70-22-00-025000337 ARCADIA 1B
19/10/2000
CK 6501 STIHL 036 143524673 ARCADIA 1A
15/11/1995
CK 6501 STIHL 064 149465101 ARCADIA 1A
15/11/1995
CK 6502 STIHL 036 133958499 BEROWRA STN
15/11/1995
CK 6502 STIHL 044 134566690 BEROWRA 1A
15/11/1995
CK 6502 STIHL 900L 256798151 BEROWRA 1
20/10/2004
CK 6503 STHIL 064 13470851 BROOKLYN PUMPER 10/05/2002
CK 6503 STIHL 009L 250166166 BROOKLYN PUMPER 1/05/2002
CK 6503 STIHL 036 194709051 BROOKLYN PUMPER 15/11/1995
CK 6503 STIHL 044 133 811127 BROOKLYN 1
10/10/2002
CK 6504 HUSQVARNA 288 XP 1997-7240645 CANOELANDS 1
15/11/1995
CK 6504 HUSQVARNA 385 XP 965-83-07-0-02 2100006 CANOELANDS 7
10/05/2001
CK 6505 STIHL 010 AV 410881010 CHERRYBROOK STN
15/11/1995
CK 6505 STIHL 032 AV 413273323 CHERRYBROOK 1
15/11/1995
CK 6506 STHIL MS 460 63266207 COWAN 1
10/02/2005
CK 6506 STIHL 036 143524636 COWAN 1
15/11/1995
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 2

Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Person Allocated
Vehicle Allocated Purchased
CK 6507 STIHL 036 1285796989 DANGAR BOAT
10/02/2001
CK 6507 STIHL 036 13470978 DANGAR 7
10/10/1999
CK 6508 STIHL 036 134709102 DURAL 1
15/11/1995
CK 6508 STIHL 036 1539819 DURAL 1
10/10/2001
CK 6508 STIHL 036 7201546 DURAL 7
1/01/2000
CK 6509 STIHL 026 429515265 GALSTON 1 BRAVO
15/11/1995
CK 6509 STIHL 036 13199606 GALSTON 1 ALPHA
15/11/1995
CK 6511 STHIL 036 131076906 HORNSBY HIEGHTS STN
15/11/1995
CK 6511 STIHL 034 AV 422370760 HORNSBY HEIGHTS 1 10/10/2000
CK 6512 STIHL 034 AV 42338078 MILSOM PASAGE
10/10/2000
CK 6513 HUSQVARNER 61 4132569 MT KURING-GAI STN
15/11/1995
CK 6513 STIHL 026 419788055 MT KURING-GAI 1
15/11/1995
CK 6514 HUSQVARNER 36 4101239 MUOGAMARRA 1
15/11/1995
CK 6514 STIHL 036 134709062 MUOGAMARRA 1
15/11/1995
CK 6515 STIHL 009 L 163500294 WESTLEIGH 1B
10/10/2004
CK 6515 STIHL 009 L 2635902363 WESTLEIGH 1A
15/11/1995
CK 6515 STIHL 034 AV 420494567 WESTLEIGH 1B
15/11/1995
CK 6515 STIHL MS460 160188336 WESTLEIGH 1A
25/05/2003
CK 6515 STIHL POLE SAW HT 75 156342684 WESTLEIGH STN
10/05/2003
CK 6518 STHIL MS 460 160923425 BEROWRA WATERS BOAT AL 10/10/2004
CK 6518 STIHL 034AV 422370774 BEROWRA WATERS BOAT BR 15/11/1995
CK 6519 GTIHL 044 133 811127 HORNSBY 1 A
15/11/1995
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 2 of 2

Generators in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Person Allocated
Vehicle Allocated Purchased
CK HORNSBY FCC
CK 6501 HONDAGX160PL PH25LHFB 8397000/631102 ARCADIA 1B
12/03/2003
CK 6502 HONDAGX160PL PH25LHFB 5028529/920298 BEROWRA 1A
1/01/1994
CK 6503 HONDAGX160PL PH25LFB 7078642/501101 BROOKLYN PUMPER 20/01/2002
CK 6504 HONDAGX160PL PH25LHP 5028492/780498 CANOELANDS
19/09/1999
CK 6505 HONDAGX200PL PH33RFS 1740836/1040203 CHERRYBROOK 1
30/04/2003
CK 6506 HONDAGX200PL PH33RFS 1904791/1380803 COWAN 1
1/05/2003
CK 6508 HONDAGX200PL PH33RFS 7772494/1030203 DURAL 1
30/03/2003
CK 6508 POWERLITE PH43L 1076750/0020694 DURAL STN.
15/05/2002
CK 6509 HONDAGX160PL PH25LHFB 4436257/1060897 GALSTON 1 BRAVO
15/01/1992
CK 6511 HONDAGX200PL PH33RFS 1856310/898703 HORNSBY HEIGHTS 1 1/12/2003
CK 6512 HONDAGX200PL PH33RFS 1817131/170503
1/05/2003
CK 6513 HONDAGX160PL PH25LHFB 2921697/280994 MT KURING-GAI 1
15/01/1994
CK 6514 HONDAGX200PL PH33RFS 1904791/1380803 MUOGAMARRA 1
6/05/2003
CK 6515 HONDAGX160PL PH25LHFB 515501/230199 WESTLEIGH 1A
19/09/1999
CK 6515 HONDAGX160PL PH25LHFB 567179/1310799 WESTLEIGH 1B
19/09/1999
CK 6515 POWERLITE 350447/108-E1 1230302 WESTLEIGH STN.
15/12/2002
CK 6518 HONDAGX200PL PH33RFS 1740888/1860203 BEROWA WATERS
BEROWRA WATERS BOAT AL 1/02/2003
CK 6519 HONDAGX200 PH33RFS 1856193/0261203 HORNSBY 1A
12/01/2003
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Generators in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Person Allocated
Vehicle Allocated Purchased
CM KU-RING-GAI FCD
CM 7201 DULINE 252412 P4789-61 KU-RING-GAI STN
19/09/1999
CM 7201 KUBOTA AA5500 90240 KU-RING-GAI STN
15/06/2000
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Miscellaneous Items in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Description
Make Model Serial No Person Allocated Vehicle Allocated Purchased
CK HORNSBY FCC
CK 6516 0 MISC
0 MAKE MODEL 10/10/2001
CK 6516 A MISC
0 MAKE MODEL 10/10/2001
CK 6516 A MISC
A MAKE MODEL 1234 A'BECKETT, JOHN
VEHICLE
10/10/2001
CK 6516 A MISC
B MAKE A MODEL MODEL A'BECKETT, JOHN
ARCADIA 1A
10/10/2001
CK 6516 HEAVY DUTY BRUSH
CUTTER
STIHL FS 420 128495173 KU-RING-GAI
1/01/2001
CK 6516 LADDER
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL KU-RING-GAI
KMC 866 CAT 1
1/01/2001
CK 6516 LADDER
WOODERN
EXTENSION
KU-RING-GAI
KMC 244 CAT1
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1
1/01/2001

Pagers/Comms Support in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Person Allocated
Purchased
CM KU-RING-GAI FCD
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000216 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000217 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000219 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000220 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000221 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000222 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000223 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000229 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000231 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000232 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH0002333 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000234 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE CH000325 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/1999
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE EL068426 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/2002
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE EL068428 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/2004
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE FB085972 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/2002
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE FL154631 KU-RING-GAI
21/12/2004
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE FL154631 KU-RING-GAI
10/05/2004
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE FL154633 KU-RING-GAI
10/05/2004
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE FL154633 KU-RING-GAI
23/02/2004
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE GE194302 KU-RING-GAI
10/12/2004
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 2

Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Person Allocated
Purchased
CM 7201 COMMTECH GENIE GG000466 KU-RING-GAI
10/10/2003
CM 7201 ICOM F10 02422 KU-RING-GAI
15/11/1995
CM 7201 ICOM F10 02423 KU-RING-GAI UTE.
15/11/1995
CM 7201 ICOM F10 02424 KU-RING-GAI
15/11/1995
CM 7201 ICOM F10 02426 KU-RING-GAI
15/11/1995
CM 7201 ICOM F10 02427 KU-RING-GAI
15/11/1995
CM 7201 ICOM F10 02428 KU-RING-GAI
15/11/1995
CM 7201 ICOM F10 02429 KU-RING-GAI
15/11/1995
CM 7201 ICOM F10 02430 KU-RING-GAI
15/11/1995
CM 7201 ICOM F3G 104674 KU-RING-GAI
10/12/2002
CM 7201 ICOM F3G 104675 KU-RING-GAI
10/12/2002
CM 7201 ICOM F3G 104676 KU-RING-GAI
10/12/2002
CM 7201 ICOM F3G 104677 KU-RING-GAI
10/12/2002
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 2 of 2

Tanker Pumps in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Vehicle Allocation
Personal Allocation Purchased
CM KU-RING-GAI FCD
CM 7201 GAAM 3L40C 06522197014140 KU-RING-GAI 1ALPHA
1/01/1997
CM 7201 GAAM 3L41C 1031199002840 KU-RING-GAI 1BRAVO
1/01/1999
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Tanker Pumps in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Vehicle Allocation
Personal Allocation Purchased
CK HORNSBY FCC
CK 6500 GAAM 70700 G0003 HORNSBY 1B
1/01/1997
CK 6501 GAAM 70700 7485 ARCADIA 1A
A'BECKETT, JOHN
10/10/2001
CK 6501 GAAM 70700 7486 ARCADIA 1B
20/06/2002
CK 6501 GAAM 707000 6841 ARCADIA 1A
1/09/2001
CK 6502 GAAM 70700 8028 BEROWRA 1A
1/05/2002
CK 6505 GAAM BSC70705 N6860 CHERRYBROOK 1
1/06/1997
CK 6508 GAAM 70700 7838 DURAL 1
1/01/2002
CK 6508 GAAM ID80C 901793020654 DURAL 7
1/11/1994
CK 6509 GAAM 3L40C 0652196012475 GALSTON 1 ALPHA
1/01/2002
CK 6509 GAAM 3L41C 1031202009084 GALSTON 1 BRAVO
1/01/2002
CK 6509 HONDA WD30X 00000000 GALSTON FILLER
1/01/1994
CK 6509 HONDA WD30X GL02-2509829 GALSTON FILLER
1/01/1994
CK 6511 GAAM MI-1300 8628 HORNSBY HEIGHTS 1
1/01/2000
CK 6513 GAAM 3L40L 0652197014393 MT KURING-GAI 1
1/01/1997
CK 6514 GAAM 3L41C 0000000 MUOGAMARRA 1
1/01/1999
CK 6515 GAAM 3L41C 1031198002677 WESTLEIGH 1A
1/01/2000
CK 6515 GAAM 70700 8127 WESTLEIGH 1B
1/01/2002
CK 6519 GAAM 3L41C 1031200005228 HORNSBY 1A
1/01/2001
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Tankers in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Resource Type
Name
BFO Allocated To Cost Insp.Label No Insp. Rpt No Label Fitted Insp. Due Inservice
CM CM KU-RING-GAI KU-RING-GAI FCD
FCD
CM
CM
7201 CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL KU-RING-GAI 1ALPHA 7832 KU-RING-GAI BRIGADE not entered
not entered
7201 CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL KU-RING-GAI
1BRAVO
0886 KU-RING-GAI BRIGADE not entered
not entered
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Tankers in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Resource Type
Name
BFO Allocated To Cost Insp.Label No Insp. Rpt No Label Fitted Insp. Due Inservice
CK CK HORNSBY HORNSBY FCC
FCC
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
6501 CAT 1 BD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL ARCADIA 1A 5159 ARCADIA BRIGADE not entered
not entered
6501 CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL ARCADIA 1B 2991 ARCADIA BRIGADE not entered
AX5239390
6502 CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL BEROWRA 1 2223 BEROWRA BRIGADE not entered
AX5239362
6503 CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL BROOKLYN 1 7119 BROOKLYN BRIGADE not entered
not entered
6505 CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL CHERRYBROOK 1 7830 CHERRYBROOK
BRIGADE
not entered
not entered
6506 CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL COWAN 1 5158 COWAN BRIGADE not entered
AX 5239357
6508
6509
6509
CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL DURAL 1 2989
CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL GALSTON 1 ALPHA 7118
CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL GALSTON 1 BRAVO 3198
6511 CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL HORNSBY HEIGHTS
1
2428 HORNSBY HEIGHTS not entered
not entered
6513
6514
6515
CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL MT KURING-GAI 1 7831
CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL MUOGAMARRA 1 0885
CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL WESTLEIGH 1A 0883
6515 CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL WESTLEIGH 1B 3197 WESTLEIGH not entered
not entered
6519 CAT 1 FD HEAVY AWD 3-4KL HORNSBY 1A 5313 HORNSBY BRIGADE not entered
AX 5239361
6503
CAT 11 B URBAN AWD 1.6L+ S BROOKLYN PUMPER 4242
6507 CAT 7 FS LIGHT AWD .8-1.6KL DANGAR 7 1000 DANGAR ISLAND
BRIGADE
not entered
6508
CAT 7 FS LIGHT AWD .8-1.6KL DURAL 7 3131
not entered
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Weather Stations in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model
Serial No Purchased
CK HORNSBY FCC
CK 6501 A WEATHER STATION 1
123 10/10/2001
CK 6501 A WEATHER STATION 123
12 10/10/2001
CK 6501 A WEATHER STATION 123
1234 10/10/2001
CK 6502 A WEATHER STATION 12
1234 10/10/2001
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Support Vehicles in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Resource Type
Name
BFO Allocated To Cost Insp.Label No Insp. Rpt No Label Fitted Insp. Due Inservice
CK CK HORNSBY HORNSBY FCC
FCC
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
6503
6507
BOATS BROOKLYN BOAT 2422
BOATS DANGAR BOAT 7625
6518 BOATS BEROWRA WATERS 0071
$220,00.00
6518
6518
6509
6516
6516
6500
6500
6500
6500
6500
6500
6500
6517
6500
6500
6500
6500
BOATS BEROWRA WATERS 2580
BOATS BEROWRA WATERS 7627
BULK WATER CARRIER GALSTON FILLER 2419
CATERING VEHICLES CANTEEN 1 B 0985
CATERING VEHICLES HORNSBY CATERING 2102
COMMAND VEHICLES FCO 9618
COMMAND VEHICLES GROUP 1 2105
COMMAND VEHICLES GROUP 2 2104
COMMAND VEHICLES GROUP 3 2103
COMMAND VEHICLES GROUP 4 2666
COMMAND VEHICLES GROUP 5 8736
COMMAND VEHICLES GROUP 6 6015
COMMAND VEHICLES FORWARD COMMAN 0997
DISTRICT FCO5 9619
DISTRICT FMO HORNSBY 16 9983
DISTRICT HORNSBY-KU-RING- 9883
FCO HORNSBY FCO2 16 9880
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Code Brigade Resource Type
Name
BFO Allocated To Cost Insp.Label No Insp. Rpt No Label Fitted Insp. Due Inservice
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
CK
6500
6500
6500
6520
6501
6502
6503
6505
6506
6508
6509
6511
6513
6514
6515
6518
6519
6500
OTHER APPLIANCES CAR 25
OTHER APPLIANCES CAR 26
OTHER APPLIANCES COMMUNITY EDUCA 0531
OTHER APPLIANCES SUPPORT 20 0023
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT ARCADIA PC 6016
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT BEROWRA PC 8735
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT BROOKLYN PC 0986
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT CHERRYBROOK PC 6017
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT COWAN PC 0989
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT DURAL PC 0990
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT GALSTON PC 0991
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT HORNSBY HEIGHTS 3067
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT MT KURING-GAI PC 0994
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT MUOGAMARRA PC 7608
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT WESTLEIGH PC 7609
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT BEROWRA WATERS 0993
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT HORNSBY PC 0992
TRAY TRUCK CREW DYNA 5522
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 2 of 2

Support Vehicles in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Resource Type
Name
BFO Allocated To Cost Insp.Label No Insp. Rpt No Label Fitted Insp. Due Inservice
CM CM KU-RING-GAI KU-RING-GAI FCD
FCD
CM
CM
7201
7201
OTHER APPLIANCES KU-RING-GAI UTE 2416
PERSONNEL TRANSPORT KU-RING-GAI PC 0920
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Radios in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Person Allocated
Vehicle Allocated Purchased
CM KU-RING-GAI FCD
CM 7201 MOTOROLA MCS 2000 722IUY0107 (ID 717065) KU-RING-GAI STN
15/11/1995
CM 7201 MOTOROLA MCS 2000 722IVA0783 (ID 717358) KU-RING-GAI PC
15/11/1995
CM 7201 MOTOROLA MCS 2000 722IVA0786 (ID 717361) KU-RING-GAI 1A
15/11/1995
CM 7201 MOTOROLA MCS 2000 722IVA0796 (ID 717371) KU-RING-GAI UTE
15/11/1995
CM 7201 MOTOROLA MCS 2000 722IVA0831 (ID 717406) KU-RING-GAI 1B
15/11/1995
CM 7201 MOTOROLA MTS 2000 466AWQ4265 Z (ID 7329 KU-RING-GAI STN
15/11/1995
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Portable Pumps in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Person Allocated
Vehicle Allocated Purchased
CK HORNSBY FCC
CK 6500 HONDA GX160 GC02-3924279 HORNSBY 1B
1/01/1997
CK 6501 GAAM GX169/70052 7310501/7503 ARCADIA 1A
1/09/2001
CK 6502 HONDA `BALZEMASTER 040104735 BEROWRA 1A
1/01/2002
CK 6502 HONDA / GAAM GX 160 / RFS 70052 GC02-8064642/ 8114 BEROWRA 1A
1/05/2002
CK 6503 HONDA/ ONGA GX160 GC02-7729840 BROOKLYN PUMPER 1/05/2002
CK 6505 HONDA GX160 GC02-4585185 CHERRYBROOK 1
1/05/1997
CK 6506 HONDA GX160 GC02-6605928 COWAN 1
1/07/2000
CK 6508 HONDA GX160 GC022982248
1/01/1901
CK 6508 HONDA GX160 GC027772494 DURAL 1
1/10/2001
CK 6508 ROBIN ECO3ER 0710796 DURAL
1/01/1999
CK 6508 ROBIN PTG106 0710796 DURAL
1/01/1999
CK 6509 HONDA GX106 GC02-3924276 GALSTON 1 ALPHA
1/01/2002
CK 6511 HONDA GX160 GC025510776 HORNSBY HEIGHTS 1 1/07/1999
CK 6513 HONDA GFX160 GCO2-3977873 MT KURING-GAI 1
1/01/1997
CK 6515 HONDA GX160 GC025510707 WESTLEIGH 1A
10/11/1999
CK 6515 HONDA GX160 GC02-8064262 WESTLEIGH 1B
1/08/2002
CK 6518 DAVEY HONDA 5.5 GC02-00000000 BEROWRA WATERS
9/09/1999
CK 6518 DAVEY HONDA 5.5 GC02-2084346 BEROWRA WATERS
9/09/1999
CK 6518 TANAKA TCP-38 00000000 BEROWRA WATERS
9/09/1999
CK 6519 HONDA GX160 GC023924279 HORNSBY 1B
1/07/1996
CK 6519 HONDA GX160 GCO2-77721488 HORNSBY 1A
1/01/2001
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Portable Pumps in Schedule 4 of the Service Level Agreement Between
HORNSBY/ KU-RING-GAI and the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service
Code Brigade Make Model Serial No Person Allocated
Vehicle Allocated Purchased
CM KU-RING-GAI FCD
CM 7201 HONDA GX 160 GCO2 290653 KU-RING-GAI 1BRAVO 1/01/1999
CM 7201 HONDA GX160 GC02-4585108 KU-RING-GAI 1ALPHA 1/01/1997
Thursday, 24 November 2005 Page 1 of 1

Budgets
FINANCE
� Council will provide annually within its determined budget for the Fire Control Program,
a level of funding to meet its statutory requirements under the Rural Fires Act 1997 and
ongoing support to the administration and operation of the Rural Fire Service and its
volunteers within the Shire
� Provide documentation for Estimates, Forward Planning and Initiatives for
determination for submission to Council’s Planning process.
� Provide monthly budget reports for review and reporting
� Provide assistance on general budgeting and financial direction as determined
� Council will provide access and training in Council’s accounting and/or budgeting
databases and systems for the receipt of goods and services and the ongoing review of
budgetary positions, as determined
Administration
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
Hornsby Shire Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Council will provide access to Council’s purchasing program utilising the appropriate
databases for this purpose
� Council will provide access to Council’s store for procurement of sundry items
� Receive and process for payment all documentation in relation to creditor accounts for
plant, equipment, services etc and any other expenses
� Provide appropriate Sundry Debtor facilities for amounts owing in relation to Rural Fire
Service equipment, protective clothing and other services as provided and receive
monies from Brigades, Rural Fire Service and volunteers for such expenses
� Provide access to Council’s Petty Cash program
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General
ADMINISTRATION
� Provide access and training to Council’s electronic document management system for
the receipt of correspondence and actioning of customer requests etc in relation to
Rural Fire management
� Registration, sorting and delivering of relevant documents and correspondence and
provide a designated collection point within the Records Department
� Provide items of stationery, consumables etc and the servicing / upgrade of office
equipment including photocopiers as determined
� Provide support for the ongoing dissemination of information, agendas, training notes,
correspondence etc either through electronic format, facsimile or conventional mail
systems
� Access to Council’s printing services
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
Hornsby Shire Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Provide advice in relation to all matters pertaining to record management as it applies
to Council
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Fleet Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
� Provide the resources of Council’s workshop and staff for maintenance and servicing of
all vehicles, vessels and ancillary equipment including pumps, generators, chainsaws
etc
� Develop an annual works/service program for all plant and provide appropriate
database to record all works carried out
� Arrange and have completed annual RTA Inspections for all vehicles
� Provide through appropriate budgets for the ongoing replacement of all Rural Fire
Service vehicles as determined within plant replacement schedules and assist as
required with the procurement / disposal of any such vehicles
� Provide after hours / emergency maintenance support for all Rural Fire Service
vehicles and provide a suitable vehicle equipped to carry out this function
� Provide fuel cards for use by all service vehicles or alternatively, access to local service
stations
Buildings
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
Hornsby Shire Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
Provide through staff or contractors for ongoing maintenance of all buildings used by
Rural Fire Service within the Local Government Areas, to a level befitting a community
asset, these will include:
� Structural modifications or repairs
� Plumbing and drainage including water tanks, pumps and septic
� Electrical including emergency power
� Floors and Coverings
� Painting, as determined
� Landscaping and driveways
� Lawns / Gardens as determined
� Cleaning services and garbage disposal
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� Air-conditioning / air compressors
� Burglar Alarm systems and security monitoring
� Pest Control
[Noting that some of these works maybe undertaken by volunteers of the Service as appropriate]
� Coordinate all professional expertise in design, construction and project management
of any new facilities or extensions and/or improvements to existing buildings as
nominated in the budget papers
� Ensure at least annual inspections in relation to OH&S / Safety issues are carried out
and items identified at this inspection or other times are rectified
� Maintain currency of leases and/or agreements in relation to land and buildings used
by the Rural Fire Service in consultation with the Fire Control Officer
� Provide ongoing support in developing, maintaining and keeping maintained training
facilities including the Fire Control Centre, Westleigh and/or any other sites that may be
developed, within determined budgets.
Equipment
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
Hornsby Shire Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Provide and maintain store facilities at appropriate levels situated at the Fire Control
Centre that allows for the full range of consumables and equipment together with
personal protective clothing for the effective refurbishment of Brigades and personnel
as required
� Provide facilities for the minor maintenance and repairs of plant and other equipment
including the provision of tools and lifting capabilities (ie. forklift) at the Fire Control
Centre
� Provide ongoing maintenance and service through accredited contractors of all
breathing apparatus equipment including cylinders and air compressor as well as all
oxy-viva sets used by Brigades
� Provide ongoing maintenance and service through accredited contractors or Council
staff of all general items of equipment
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SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
Hornsby Shire Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
IT SERVICES
� Provide ongoing support to the computer network and systems installed and used at
the Fire Control Centre for Council Business Systems, which comprises of LANs, PCs,
and laptops:
� On line facilities to all Council databases (ie. Accounting, EDM, Land Information,
Geographical etc) via ISDN connection
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COMMUNICATIONS
� Provide through contracts, communication and associated systems together with
technical support in performance, servicing, development and upgrades as determined
for:
� Radio bases at Dural, Cowan, San Hospital and Wisemans Ferry
� Mobile and handheld hardware
� Paging bases at Dural, Cowan and San Hospital
� Paging Computers including software and pagers
� Mobile Forward Command Unit and equipment
� Systems and Hardware within the Fire Control Centre
� Voice Recording System
� Facsimile equipment
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
Hornsby Shire Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Weather Stations (remote) and computer software and hardware
� Provide support for the ongoing service and/or upgrade as determined with respect to
the telephone system including hardware, telephone lines, emergency lines,
connection with Council, diverting system, after hours and mobile services
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General
RISK MANAGEMENT
� Management Plans for Council land and managed lands will include ongoing bushfire
risk considerations
� Provide environmental assessments on any works proposed on such lands and assist
with other private lands within the Local Government Areas
� Provide support in supplying materials for hazardous spills etc (ie spagsorb, booms
etc)
Public Education
� Provide Corporate Communication support to promote opportunities for fire awareness
to residents within the Shire through print media and other avenues
� Provide ongoing education to the community in relation to fire dangers through media,
direct mailing and promotional opportunities
� Provide support to maintain the Blue Hydrant Markers program
Emergency Management
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
Hornsby Shire Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Administration Support including financial, administrative, technical, human, plant and
equipment during incidents and emergencies
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Training and Development
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
� Access to Council’s training plan and programs
� Provision of information on training related matters
Recruitment and Selection of New Staff
� Participate in all aspects of the selection of a Fire Control Officer, Deputy Fire Control
Officer and staff for the District
Volunteer Support
Volunteer Relations
� Provide advice and guidance when requested on industrial related issues for
volunteers
Welfare & Recognition
� Provide support to volunteers through field days, recognition of service award functions
� Provide welfare for volunteer in regard to canteen facilities for training, hazard
reduction works, public education and operation including the provision of appropriate
vehicles etc to supply these requirements
Training
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
Hornsby Shire Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Meet costs of medical reports for volunteers operating offensive fire fighting roles using
breathing apparatus
� Provide the necessary equipment for the training of volunteers
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FINANCE
� Council will provide annually within its determined budget for the Fire Control Program,
a level of funding to meet its statutory requirements under the Rural Fires Act 1997 and
ongoing support to the administration and operation of the Rural Fire Service and its
volunteers within the Shire
General
ADMINISTRATION
� Provide access and training to Council’s electronic document management system for
the receipt of correspondence and actioning of customer requests etc in relation to
Rural Fire management
� Registration, sorting and delivering of relevant documents and correspondence and
provide a designated collection point within the Records Department
� Provide items of stationery, consumables etc and the servicing / upgrade of office
equipment including photocopiers as determined
� Provide support for the ongoing dissemination of information, agendas, training notes,
correspondence etc either through electronic format, facsimile or conventional mail
systems
� Access to Council’s printing services
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
KU-RING-GAI Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Provide advice in relation to all matters pertaining to record management as it applies
to Council
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Equipment Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
� Provide the resources of Council’s workshop and staff for maintenance and servicing of
all vehicles, vessels and ancillary equipment including pumps, generators, chainsaws
etc
� Develop an annual works/service program for all plant and provide appropriate
database to record all works carried out
� Arrange and have completed annual RTA Inspections for all vehicles
� Provide through appropriate budgets for the ongoing replacement of all Rural Fire
Service vehicles as determined within plant replacement schedules and assist as
required with the procurement / disposal of any such vehicles
� Provide fuel cards for use by all service vehicles or alternatively, access to local service
stations
Buildings
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
KU-RING-GAI Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
Provide through staff or contractors for ongoing maintenance of all buildings used by
Rural Fire Service within the Local Government Areas, to a level befitting a community
asset, these will include:
� Structural modifications or repairs
� Plumbing and drainage including water tanks, pumps and septic
� Electrical including emergency power
� Floors and Coverings
� Painting, as determined
� Landscaping and driveways
� Lawns / Gardens as determined
� Cleaning services and garbage disposal
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January 2006

SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
KU-RING-GAI Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Air-conditioning / air compressors
� Burglar Alarm systems and security monitoring
� Pest Control
[Noting that some of these works maybe undertaken by volunteers of the Service as appropriate]
� Coordinate all professional expertise in design, construction and project management
of any approved facilities or extensions and/or improvements to existing buildings as
nominated in the budget papers
� Ensure at least annual inspections in relation to OH&S / Safety issues are carried out
and items identified at this inspection or other times are rectified
� Maintain currency of leases and/or agreements in relation to land and buildings used
by the Rural Fire Service in consultation with the Fire Control Officer
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COMMUNICATIONS
� Provide through contracts, communication and associated systems together with
technical support in performance, servicing, development and upgrades as determined
for:
� Radio bases at Dural, Cowan, San Hospital and Wisemans Ferry
� Mobile and handheld hardware
� Paging bases at Dural, Cowan and San Hospital
� Paging Computers including software and pagers
� Mobile Forward Command Unit and equipment
� Systems and Hardware within the Fire Control Centre
� Voice Recording System
� Facsimile equipment
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
KU-RING-GAI Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Weather Stations (remote) and computer software and hardware
� Provide support for the ongoing service and/or upgrade as determined with respect to
the telephone system including hardware, telephone lines, emergency lines,
connection with Council, diverting system, after hours and mobile services
Hornsby Shire Council, Ku-ring-gai Council and NSW Rural Fire Service Page 12 of 14
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Schedule 5
January 2006

General
RISK MANAGEMENT
� Management Plans for Council land and managed lands will include ongoing bushfire
risk considerations
� Provide environmental assessments on any works proposed on such lands and assist
with other private lands within the Local Government Areas
� Provide support in supplying materials for hazardous spills etc (ie spagsorb, booms
etc)
Public Education
� Provide Corporate Communication support to promote opportunities for fire awareness
to residents within the LGA through print media and other avenues
� Provide ongoing education to the community in relation to fire dangers through media,
direct mailing and promotional opportunities
� Provide support to maintain the Blue Hydrant Markers program
Emergency Management
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
KU-RING-GAI Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Administration Support including financial, administrative, technical, human, plant and
equipment during incidents and emergencies
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January 2006

Training and Development
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
� Access to Council’s training plan and programs
� Provision of information on training related matters
Recruitment and Selection of New Staff
� Participate in all aspects of the selection of a Fire Control Officer, Deputy Fire Control
Officer and staff for the District
Volunteer Support
Volunteer Relations
� Provide advice and guidance when requested on industrial related issues for
volunteers
Welfare & Recognition
� Provide support to volunteers through field days, recognition of service award functions
� Meet Cost of welfare for volunteers in regard to canteen facilities for training, hazard
reduction works, public education and operation including the provision of appropriate
vehicles etc to supply these requirements
Training
SCHEDULE 5
Specified services to be delivered by
KU-RING-GAI Council to NSW Rural Fire Service
Commissioner
� Meet costs of medical reports for volunteers operating offensive fire fighting roles using
breathing apparatus
� Provide the necessary equipment for the training of volunteers
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