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    Smoke is poisonous and more deadly than flames.

    If you breathe smoke for more than a few breaths it can kill you.

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    A house fire can kill you in less than three minutes.

    Don't spend time trying to save possessions.

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    Don't leave the meeting place to go back inside for any reason.

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Fire & Emergency New Zealand

Firefighters settle new collective agreement

Firefighters settle new collective agreement

18 December 2022

Fire and Emergency NZ Chief Executive Kerry Gregory says professional firefighters’ ratification of a new collective employment agreement is a welcome and significant step forward.

"We are pleased that, with Government support, we have been able to reach an agreement which recognises and values our firefighters," he says.

The agreement is centred around an uplift to base pay in acknowledgement of the changing nature of the emergency response role.

"Our aim has always been to do right by our people, while ensuring the sustainability of Fire and Emergency for all New Zealanders," Kerry Gregory says.

"I want to acknowledge and thank everyone involved and impacted for their patience as we worked through this lengthy and challenging process alongside the NZPFU.

"I am optimistic the ratification of this agreement signals a step forward in rebuilding relationships." 

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