Training readies SES unit for emergencies Coffs Coast Coffs Coast - popup ad by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 23, 2024 Coffs Garden World’s Tim New receiving a Certificate of Appreciation from the Corindi-Woolgoolga Unit with Unit Commander Dona Powell, and volunteer Mia Little. NSW State Emergency Service Corindi-Woolgoolga Unit has been focusing on training. The exercises on land and water ready the unit to assist in storms, floods and tsunamis. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au “Our members thrive on training, whether it is to keep our skills sharp, learn new skills or train new members,” Unit Commander Corindi-Woolgoolga SES Dona Powell, told News Of The Area. “Each week we get together and work on selected skill sets.” SES trainers work with local members on skills improvement as well as conducting formal courses where members obtain nationally recognised qualifications and specialist SES qualifications. “Learning topics start with laying sandbags correctly and water diversion techniques. “New members learn how to make temporary repairs to homes. “More complex training involves working from heights, on-water training, flood rescue training, crosscut chainsaw work and much more.” Training includes how to operate the SES radio systems and other specialised equipment, along with driving high clearance vehicles. Community education is another focus for the unit. “We help the community prepare for powerful weather events. “We are fortunate in that there is good evidence that many of our residents are indeed well prepared for adverse weather conditions.” Corindi-Woolgoolga SES Unit is supported by Anaconda, Coffs Garden World and Woolgoolga Mens Shed. By Andrea FERRARI The Spinning Wheel made and donated by the Woolgoolga Men’s Shed, with Unit Commander Dona Powell, SES mascot Paddy and volunteer Kelda Hempel. Anaconda Coffs Harbour’s Kathy Ball receiving a Certificate of Appreciation, with SES Corindi-Woolgoolga volunteer Marvin Masson.
