Emergency Services Exhibition

14th - 16th September 2012

Cork City Fire Brigade was delighted to be part of the Emergency Services Exhibition at City Hall and Kennedy Quay.

Preparing for and responding to emergency events is a critical function of Cork City Fire Brigade.

We work closely and in partnership with the other emergency services both Statutory and Voluntary on a continuous basis to provide a cohesive response to emergency situations.

Cork City Fire Brigade at The Emergency Services Exhibition Press Launch in Knocknaheeny on 4th September 2012.

 Statutory & Voluntary Emergency Services at Exhibition Press Launch in Knocknaheeny on 4th September 2012.

Cork City Fire Brigade with The Port of Cork Tug "Gerry O'Sullivan" demonstrating fire fighting capabilities

Cork City Fire Brigade's Hydraulic Platform in use.

Interagency Emergency On-Site Control Unit

The Inter-Agency Emergency Management office is comprised of five key agencies:

• An Garda Siochana
• HSE South
• Local Authority - Cork County Council
• Local Authority - Cork City Council
• Local Authority - Kerry County Council

As part of a joint initiative by the Inter-Agency Emergency Management Office within the Major Emergency Management Region South, three Inter-Agency Emergency On-Site Control Units have been purchased. Their role is to enhance on-site co-ordination between the principal response agencies. It is envisaged that these vehicles will be used as the on-site co-ordination centre if a serious event occurs that requires the involvement of all the PRA's. They contain communication systems, an on-board meeting room, tent and generator.