Residents in bushfire-prone communities have been encouraged to undertake a TAFE NSW course to help them better support firefighters and protect land and assets in the face of fire.
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The TAFE NSW course in basic wildfire awareness is the minimum qualification for personnel who support firefighters on the frontline, including police, ambulance officers, wildlife carers, media liaison personnel, first aid officers, utility company employees and campground hosts.
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National Centre for Emergency Management Studies team leader Christine Schlegel said the course helps ensure support people were armed with the skills and knowledge to help protect firefighters and communities during fires.
"Australia has been through the most devastating bushfire season in our history and there has never been a more critical time to ensure those that support firefighters have the best knowledge and skills available," Ms Schlegel said.
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