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“The United Firefighters Union of Australia (UFUA) has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to commence legal action against 3M over Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) contamination, following more than 15 years of advocacy by firefighters and the Union.”

The UFUA noted firefighters nationally have long called for action to hold multinational companies accountable for widespread environmental contamination and occupational exposure caused by PFAS-containing firefighting foams.

The Union described the legal action as a significant step forward after years of campaigning by firefighters, many of whom were exposed to PFAS chemicals while protecting the community.”

Read the full statement here:

https://www.ufua.asn.au/…/MEDIA-RELEASE-UFUA-WELCOMES…