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BULK FOAM Unit ABOUT Bulk Foam Units (BFUs) are specialist firefighting modules designed to provide additional foam-making equipment and bulk foam storage for tackling large flammable liquid fires and chemical spills. These pods are transported via prime movers and deployed to incidents where foam is the required firefighting medium. Each BFU carries large quantities of Aqua Film Forming Foam (AFFF) and High Expansion Foam (HIEX). The units also include foam induction equipment and generators for high-expansion foam application. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) operates three BFUs, these modules are typically ‘jump-crewed’ by personnel from the station’s first-out pump. Two firefighters crew the prime mover transporting the pod, while the remaining crew proceed on the pump as support. Specification Foam Storage & Delivery A variety of foams such as AFF and HIEX, foam branches & inductors to mix and apply foam at required flow rates, high-expansion foam generator and fittings. Additional Equipment Spill containment tools for managing hazardous liquid incidents, foam proportioning equipment to ensure accurate mixing of foam concentrate with water.

Water Rescue Unit ABOUT Water Rescue Units (WRUs) provide specialist capabilities to incidents involving inland and coastal water environments. The units are based upon a 4x4 van and trailered Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) to enable effective water rescues. WRU are the level 3 water rescue resource within Scotland and carry a variety of rescue equipment to enable sufficient responses. WRU crews are trained to a Level 3 water rescue standard, meaning they can utilise a variety of means to perform rescues in water, such as swimming. Teams can also enter the likes of fast-moving water which lower level teams cannot. While the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has no legislative responsibility to respond, it operates 20 stations equipped with Swift Water Rescue (SWR) resources. WRU are crewed by Swift Water Technicians and Rescue Boat Operators (SRT Team) in a dual-crew model. Generally, rescues require two WRU to respond. Specification Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) Powered rescue boat which allows rescuers to reach casualties quickly and effectively. Water Rescue Equipment Additional equipment such as throw lines and paddles allow for flexibility in rescues. Rear Welfare Area Rear area allows crews to equip water rescue gear while enroute to an incident as opposed to wasting time on scene.

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SV68BDF Rescue Pump Ladder DESCRIPTION SV68 BDF is a Scottish Fire and Rescue Service rescue pump, built by EmergencyOne on a Scania P280 chassis. Designed for versatility, the appliance is equipped to handle a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, and rescues. This vehicle serves as the first-out pump at Elgin Fire Station, operated on a wholetime duty basis. The pump is 'dual-crewed' with the station's prime mover, meaning when the prime mover is mobilised the pump will mobilise alongside it. History (R01P1) 2018: Appliance is newly allocated to Elgin fire station. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

Aboyne Aboyne Community Fire Station is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service station situated in Aberdeenshire. The station has a single bay and operates on a retained duty basis. Because of it's geographic location, Aboyne's fire appliance is based on a 4x4 lightweight chassis. APPLIANCES Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

SV64AEU Rescue Pump Ladder DESCRIPTION SV64 AEU is a Scottish Fire and Rescue Service rescue pump, built by JDC on a Scania P280 chassis. Designed for versatility, the appliance is equipped to handle a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, and rescues. This vehicle serves as the second-out pump at Inverurie Fire Station, operated on a retained duty basis. History (962) 2015: Appliance is newly allocated to Central fire station. (Q02P2) 2016: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. (R31P7) 2020: Appliance is re-allocated to Inverurie fire station. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

Banff Banff Community Fire Station is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service station situated in Aberdeenshire. The station has a single bay and operates on a retained duty basis. Because of it's geographic location, Banff's fire appliance is based on a compact lightweight chassis. APPLIANCES Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

Insch Insch Community Fire Station is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service station situated in Aberdeenshire. The station has a single bay and operates on a retained duty basis. APPLIANCES Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

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Tomintoul Tomintoul Community Fire Station is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service station situated in Moray. The station has a single bay and operates on a retained duty basis. Tomintoul has a co-location agreement in place with Police Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service, allowing both services to base their vehicles and staff at the station, Tomintoul is the only station in Scotland to have such. Tomintoul is also believed to be the highest fire station in Scotland, due to it's uniquely high altitude. Because of it's geographic location, Tomintoul's fire appliance is based on a 4x4 lightweight chassis. APPLIANCES Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

SV57BUO Water Ladder DESCRIPTION SV57 BUO is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service water ladder, built by EmergencyOne on a MAN TGL 12 chassis. Designed for versatility, the appliance is equipped to handle a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, and rescues. Stationed at Banff Fire Station, the appliance operates on a retained-duty basis. History (511) 2007: Appliance is newly allocated to Banff fire station. (R25P6) 2016: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD