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Fire and rescue Explore the fire and rescue services throughout Scotland below, or use the search tool at the top (Desktop) or bottom (Mobile) to find something specific. Regions The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is split into three service delivery areas (SDAs), you can explore these as well as other privately operated fire and rescue appliances below. Privately operated fire and rescue services located at industrial facilities in Scotland SFRS NORTH Privately operated fire and rescue services located at industrial facilities in Scotland INDUSTRIAL Privately operated fire and rescue services located at industrial facilities in Scotland SFRS EAST Privately operated fire and rescue services located at industrial facilities in Scotland AIRPORT Privately operated fire and rescue services located at industrial facilities in Scotland SFRS WEST Privately operated fire and rescue services located at industrial facilities in Scotland OTHER Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

SY19AAO Rescue Pump Ladder DESCRIPTION SY19 AAO 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 second-out pump at North Anderson Drive Fire Station, operated on a wholetime duty basis. The pump is 'dual-crewed' with the station's Detection, Identification, Monitoring (DIM) unit, meaning when the DIM is mobilised the pump will mobilise alongside it. History (Q01P2) 2020: Appliance is newly allocated to North Anderson Drive fire station. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

Macduff Macduff 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

Peterhead Peterhead Community Fire Station is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service station situated in Aberdeenshire. The station has three bays and operates on a combined wholetime and retained duty basis. Peterhead has one of three incident support vehicles (ISV) located throughout the Grampian region. The ISVs carry a range of equipment, notably 50 breathing apparatus (BA) cylinders, mass decontamination equipment, basic refreshments and a variety of logistical support. ISVs can be requested at any time but should generally be mobilised when more than 4 BA sets are in use at an incident. A support pump must be mobilised alongside the ISV, which will generally be the station's retained crew but if this is not possible the nearest wholetime pump should be mobilised as support (every wholetime crew in the Grampian region are sufficiently trained in ISV procedures). The two other ISV are located at Elgin and Dyce . Peterhead firefighters are trained as Tier 2 Safe Working at Height (SWAH) responders. While all SFRS personnel can operate a work restraint system, Tier 2 responders at Peterhead have additional training to use work positioning and fall arrest systems, allowing them to ascend and descend structures. However, this capability is solely for establishing a safe system of work for operators, including their own recovery if needed, and does not extend to rescuing casualties from height. Rescues requiring advanced rope techniques are carried out by Tier 3+ responders, typically provided by Altens in Peterhead’s case. APPLIANCES R02P1: Rescue Pump Ladder (SF71CHJ) R02P6: Medium Weight Pump (ST24XFX) R02S6: Incident Support Vehicle (SV08HBN) Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

SY19AAE Rescue Pump Ladder DESCRIPTION SY19 AAE 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 Central Fire Station, operated on a wholetime duty basis. History (Q02P1) 2020: Appliance is newly allocated to Central fire station. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

Pumping appliances are a versatile class of appliances designed to perform a wide range of operational roles at almost any fire and rescue incident. Combining firefighting capabilities with enhanced rescue equipment, pumps are equipped to handle diverse emergencies.  Pumping Appliance ABOUT Pumping appliances are a versatile class of appliances designed to perform a wide range of operational roles at almost any fire and rescue incident. Combining firefighting capabilities with enhanced rescue equipment, pumps are equipped to handle diverse emergencies. The standard pump typically features three lockers on each side, a rear-mounted pumping system, and ladders secured on top of the appliance. Depending on the station's location and operational needs, some pumps may be equipped with advanced water or rope rescue equipment, while others may lack road traffic collision (RTC) response capabilities entirely. In the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) , the 'first-out' pump operates with a crew of five, while the 'second-out' pump has a crew of four. In some circumstances, pumps may mobilize with a crew of three; however, this significantly reduces their operational capabilities during an incident. Specification Firefighting A pumping system of usually around 1,800 litres as well as a compressed air foam system (CAFS), hose reels and a variety of hose lengths, featherweight pumps and ancillary tools. Breathing Apparatus In older models, breathing apparatus (BA) are stored and equipped in the cab, yet in from 2018 onwards, they are stored in a specific side locker. BA sets have a duration of around 30 minutes. Rescue Hydraulic or battery-powered cutting and spreading equipment alongside support equipment such as airbags. Basic water and rope rescue kit as well as level 2 water or rope rescue at specific stations. Ladders One 13.5m multi-extension rescue ladder alongside a 10.5m ladder. Additional ladders such as folding roof ladders.

INCIDENT SUPPORT VEHICLE ABOUT Incident Support Vehicles (ISVs) are specialist vehicles designed to enhance operational effectiveness at large-scale or protracted incidents, particularly those requiring extensive use of breathing apparatus (BA). ISVs provide logistical support, ancillary equipment, and firefighter decontamination capabilities. ISVs are generally mobilised when more than four BA cylinders are in use, ensuring a sufficient supply at incidents. ISV are crewed by retained personnel where possible, with a minimum crew of two for the ISV itself and an additional support pump crew of four. If insufficient retained personnel are available, the ISV will proceed, and the nearest wholetime pump will be mobilised to support operations, all wholetime personnel in the Grampian region are trained in ISV functions. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) operates three ISVs, all of which were inherited from the Grampian Fire and Rescue Service. Specification Firefighting Equipped with an additional 50 compressed air cylinders to sustain extended BA operations. Welfare Provides additional drinking water supplies to ensure firefighter hydration during extended operations. Decontamination Equipped with Gas Tight Suits for hazardous incidents as well as basic MD4 decontamination equipment for small-scale decontamination. Ancillary Additional equipment to support the likes of water rescue and flooding incidents.

WX54VWH Prime Mover DESCRIPTION WX54 VWH is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service prime mover, built by Multi Lift on a MAN TGA chassis. The vehicle utilises a hooklift system to equip one of the two specialized modules stationed at Elgin Fire Station: High Volume Pump Unit (R01W1) and Hose Layer Unit (R01W2). These modules are designed for large-scale incidents requiring large amounts of water across a large distance. The vehicle and it's modules were provided by the Scottish Government under National Fire Resilience. The vehicle is stationed at Elgin Fire Station, where it operates on a wholetime duty basis. When mobilised, the first-out pump is mobilised alongside it. History (375) 2008: Appliance is newly allocated to Elgin fire station. (R01T2) 2016: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. (R01T1) 2024: Following the removal of the station's other prime mover, the appliance adopts it's callsign. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

Fraserburgh Fraserburgh Community Fire Station is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service station situated in Aberdeenshire. The station has three bays and operates on a retained duty basis. Fraserburgh has an agreement in place with the Scottish Ambulance Service, allowing ambulances and patient transport vehicles to be co-located at the station. Fraserburgh has Level 2 Swift Water Rescue, also known as Flood First Responder capabilities, allowing trained personnel to enter and wade through shallow or standing water using wading poles. However, they are not permitted to swim or enter deep or fast-flowing water. This capability is primarily used for flooding incidents and low-risk water rescues. Flood First Responders receive dedicated PPE, equipment, and training to support operations in response to the increasing risk of flooding. APPLIANCES Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

Detection Identification Monitoring ABOUT Detection, Identification, and Monitoring (DIM) Units are specialist vehicles designed to provide enhanced detection capabilities at incidents involving hazardous materials. These vehicles function as mobile laboratories, allowing specialist officers to identify unknown substances and assess potential risks on-site. The primary role of a DIM unit is to assist in the detection, analysis, and monitoring of potentially hazardous substances, this capability is utilised in scenarios such as industrial incidents, flooding, chemical attacks, and urban search and rescue (USAR) operations where hazardous materials may be present. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) operates four DIM units , all of which were provided under the national resilience framework by the Scottish Government to select legacy services. DIM units are generally crewed by specialist flexi-duty officers (FDO), usually Hazardous Materials (HazMat) or DIM officers, to provide real-time data on chemical, radiological, and toxic threats. DIM units are maintained and transported by station crews but are operated on scene by specialist advisors. Specification Detection & Identification Includes advanced detection instruments capable of analysing gases, solids, and liquids for hazardous properties as well as mass spectrometry, infrared spectroscopy, and radiological detection tools to quickly identify unknown substances. Monitoring and Sampling Includes atmospheric monitoring devices to assess air quality and detect airborne contaminants. May deploy remote or handheld sampling tools to safely collect and analyse hazardous materials. Is Capable of continuous monitoring to track the spread of contaminants and assess ongoing risks. Body Built on an Iveco Daily body and features a modular internal laboratory setup with secure storage for sensitive detection equipment and testing materials. Is fitted with communication systems to allow for live data transmission to command teams and partner agencies.

Y536RRS Water Ladder DESCRIPTION Y536 RRS is a Scottish Fire and Rescue Service rescue pump, built by EmergencyOne on a Scania 94D-220 chassis. Designed for versatility, the appliance is equipped to handle a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, and rescues. The vehicle was removed from frontline duties at Aberchirder Fire Station in 2024. History (751) 2001: Appliance is newly allocated to Inverurie fire station. (521) 2009: Appliance is relocated to Aberchirder fire station. (R48P6) 2016: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. (N/A) 2024: Appliance is removed from frontline duties. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

FIRE INVESTIGATION UNIT ABOUT Fire Investigation Units (FIUs) are a type of specialized vehicle utilised to support the investigation of fires by determining their origin, cause, and development. FIU carry essential equipment for evidence collection, forensic analysis, and secure storage, allowing Fire Investigation Officers (FIO) to conduct on-site examinations. In the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS), CSUs may be mobilised to incidents where the cause of the fire cannot be readily determined, is suspected to be deliberate or is fatal. Across Scotland, there are three Fire Investigation Teams, there is one team per Service Delivery Area (SDA). FIUs are crewed by trained Fire Investigation Officers who attend incidents on a request basis. Mobilisation is coordinated through an on-call rota system, Specification Fire Investigation Equipment Forensic tools for scene examination and evidence collection, portable lighting, sampling and analysis kits for detecting fire accelerants and other causes. Operational Facilities Mobile workspace for on-scene assessments, secure storage compartments for evidence collection and preservation, basic welfare resources. Evidence Collection & Legalities Trained to take statements from crews, establish source of fires and collection of evidence for legal proceedings.