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VFBV Officers and Executive members from District 2 are liaising with CFA and the brigade to ensure all requested support and assistance is provided to both the family and the Brigade.
In order to respect the families privacy, VFBV is not releasing any further details of the member, and requests all members to honour the families and brigade’s privacy while they move through this very difficult time. Any details of arrangements will be provided in due course.
On behalf of the Board, CEO, Office Holders’, members and all volunteers, we offer our most heartfelt sympathies for their loss. Our thoughts are with both the family and the members of Gisborne Fire Brigade during this difficult time.
Firefighters Prayer
When I am called to duty, God,
wherever flames may rage,
grant us the strength to save lives,
whatever be their age.
Help us embrace a little child,
before it is too late,
or save an older person,
from the horror of that fate.
Enable us to be alert,
and hear the weakest shout,
to quickly and efficiently,
put the fires out.
We want to fulfil our calling,
and be the best we can,
n guarding our every neighbour,
and protecting their property.
And if it be, while on the job,
I should lose my life,
please bless with your sustaining hand,
all those I’ve loved in life.
Amen.
All members are reminded that CFA provides a range of Welfare Services to support CFA members and their immediate family members who may require support in response to distressing events or news. These services can be activated at any time by using the details below;
• Peer support can be accessed through the Rostered Duty Officer, Office in Charge, Line Manager, the Peer Coordinator or via the CFA Welfare line (ph 1800 628 616)
• Chaplains can be contacted directly or by contacting Converge International on 1800 337 068
• Psychologists/Counsellors can be contacted directly by contacting PPC Worldwide on1300 361 008
Members can also contact your local State Councillor or a member of your VFBV District Executive for further advice and support on what services/assistance is available.
