Equipment

In addition to the Appliances at the fire station, the Riddells Creek Fire Brigade operate a collection of important equipment which is used for combating fires and other emergencies.

Personal Protective Clothing (PPC) Each member is issued their own Wildfire uniform and provided they have the necessary training, a Structural uniform as well. The wildfire uniform is the chosen uniform for attacking grass and forest fires. The structural uniform is required for more aggressive firefighting such as combating house fires and other incidents.	Click to enlarge
Breathing Apparatus Allows our firefighters to operate in an environment that would otherwise be too dangerous or too toxic. Used predominantly for house fires and car fires. 2 sets per vehicle with a total of 4 in the brigade Allows firefighters about 45min of breathable air before the empty cylinder must be refilled.	Click to enlarge
Quickfill Trailer Carries a pump and suction hose in order to draught water from a creek, pool or dam. Often used to re-fill fire trucks at large wildfires where there are no reticulated water supplies.
Quickfill Pump Same principle as the quickfill trailer, but this portable pump is usually carried in the rear of Riddell Car. Comes complete with suction hose, strainer basket, rope and float.
Salvage Trailer This trailer carries various pieces of equipment such as generators, floodlights, tarpaulins, rope , extension leads and fire extinguishers. Used for salvage and overhaul operations at large structure fires. Used also for incident support and lighting.
PPV Fan This petrol driven fan is utilised for Positive Pressure Ventilation (PPV) at structure fires. It generates a large movement of air which helps to ventilate a structure that is smoke-logged or involved in fire. Very useful in preventing smoke damage to the remainder of a building in the event of a structure fire.
Catering Trailer This portable kitchen contains a BBQ, sink & food preparation area and is utilised for catering at large incidents. This trailer is owned by the Mt Macedon Group of fire brigades. The Riddells Creek Catering & Support group generally operate this portable kitchen hence why it is stored here at Riddells Creek.