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Fire Ops 101

Fire Ops 101 is an initiative by the United Firefighters Union & Fire Rescue Victoria designed for influential Victorians to participate in realistic, simulated firefighting operations to demonstrate the time-critical and highly technical skills of an FRV firefighter.

By experiencing a wide range of activities – including structure fire demonstrations, hazardous material simulations, emergency medical responses, road crash rescue and rope rescue displays – participants gain a better understanding of the resources, equipment and training FRV firefighters need to keep the community safe.

This series of videos represents a pivotal moment in the experience and knowledge acquired of our dedicated attendees. The video’s not only showcase their experience but how the program deepens their understanding of the vital role played by Firefighters who protect lives, property and our communities from the threat of fires.

We honor our attendees and thank you for viewing their experience.

CRANBOURNE FIREFIGHTERS COMMENDED FOR LIFE-SAVING EMR RESPONSE

Outstanding work by UFU members from Fire Station 92 Cranbourne during a complex multi-casualty motor vehicle accident last year. Commander Harris, Senior Station Officer Ali, Leading Firefighter Anderton, Leading Firefighter ...

Bendigo Station 73 – Firefighters Still Waiting for Critical Support Appliance

Firefighters in Bendigo are still waiting for the replacement of a critical Breathing Apparatus Support Appliance almost two years after concerns were first raised. In February 2025, crews were advised ...

Contact your friends and family in Williamstown and Newport and let them know Melissa Horne is failing to keep her community safe.

Contact your friends and family in Williamstown and Newport and let them know Melissa Horne is failing to keep her community safe. Melissa Horne is failing Williamstown residents by staying ...

UFU Vic members were back at Federal Parliament in Canberra Continuing to Fight for Workers Rights

UFU Vic members were back at Federal Parliament in Canberra last week, continuing the fight for stronger protections and safer workplaces for all workers. Firefighters met with @tomfrenchmoore MP , ...

Victorian Labor Government Have Plunged Fire Services and The Community into Terrible Peril!

Nearly $600 million wasted on a cancelled Commonwealth Games. Over $1 billion paid out for the East West Link not to be built. Meanwhile, Victoria’s professional fire service is being ...

UFU Members Supporting Conquer Cancer Campaign

So proud of the resilience, heart and commitment our UFU members continue to show. Through freezing rain, cold nights and relentless hours, our members stepped up again last night for ...

LUCAS FIRE STATION NO. 68 FIRE DOOR STILL BOARDED UP

Firefighters push for the safest solution — not the cheapest. Ballarat and Lucas firefighters continue to raise concerns over deteriorating station conditions, ageing appliances and a lack of investment in ...

Prominent Victorians had the rare opportunity to step into the world of firefighting at Fire Ops 101.

A group of prominent Victorians had the rare opportunity to step into the world of firefighting at Fire Ops 101. Participants were suited up, trained, and put through their paces ...

Sally McManus Reflects on FireOps101 and the Need to Support & Reward Firefighters

Yesterday I participated in Fire Ops 101 training with the UFU Vic and Fire Rescue Victoria where I put out fires, used the jaws of life and crawled through smokey ...

From the Fireground to the Union Movement: Women Leading Change 

On 5 September, more than 150 women union members from across Victoria came together at the Women’s Rights at Work Conference — sharing wins, building solidarity, and driving the fight for safer, ...

Memories from Fire Ops 101 – One Year On

Twelve months ago, Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) hosted a special edition of Fire Ops 101, which brought together leaders in cancer research and advocacy for a unique day of learning and ...

Shout of Thanks to Nick McGowan MP

Last Friday night, Nick McGowan MP swapped the suit for turnout gear and joined the crew at Fire Station 38 South Melbourne for a full night shift. Nick has already participated ...
Demons AFL Women’s @ FRV

MISSING out on finals for the first time since 2019 may have been burning in the back of Melbourne’s minds over summer, but the players banished a few demons with a day at Fire Rescue Victoria’s training academy.

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