We’ve published a summary of consultation on our proposal to allow aerial work certificate holders to carry personnel involved in firefighting activities in certain circumstances to and from a fireground in rotorcraft.
Date
We received 39 responses.
The feedback related to 5 broad themes:
- Alignment of firefighting operations.
- Management of passenger training and briefings.
- Expanding the policy.
- Insurance and liability risk.
- Operational framework.
We are now working to:
- finalise the criteria for the aerial work rules to apply in consultation with the Australasian Fire and Emergency Services Council and stakeholders
- finalise and implement the policy and guidance materials in time for the 2025/26 fire season.
You can view the full summary of consultation on our Consultation hub.