David Johnsun Deputy Local Controller Unit Training Co-ordinator Rescue Officer David has served for 5 years in the SES. Recently appointed as Deputy Local Controller having been a team leader for 4 years. He has been involved in a number of operations from Ashfield/Leichhardt through to the Blue Mountains, as well assisting in operations in other divisions.  David joined the SES after being asked to assist in the looking for a missing person during a canyoning trip 5 years ago. He returned to Sydney and joined up within weeks. Email David: canadabay.ses.dlc@bigpond.com

What does rescue do?

All NSW SES training is VETAB approved, and forms part of a National competency package in Public Safety. These skills are recognised across Australia by all organisations who are using this system of training.

We train at Regatta Rd on Wednesday nights starting at 1930hrs (730pm).

Occasional weekend training is conducted, either in the Canada Bay area or outside Sydney, when required for specific courses.

• Induction (to SES)
• Operate Communications Equipment
• First Aid (New Competency based) Work Cover accredited
• General Rescue
• Storm Damage Operations
• Chainsaw (cross-cut & limbing)
• Chainsaw (felling trees)
• Flood Rescue Boat
• Work in Operations Centre
• Map Reading & Navigation
• Land Search
• Four Wheel Drive Operator
• Air Observer
• Media

• Team Leader

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