Proposed regulations to support Fire and Emergency New Zealand

The Government has introduced a Bill to Parliament reforming the Fire Service and rural fire services. This reflects the fact that 60% of emergency responses are not related to fires. The new legislation proposes the establishment of a new organisation, Fire and Emergency NZ. One element of the Bill which is of interest to us are provisions in clauses 62-64 related to the preparation of a code of practice for firefighting water supply. There is also a discussion paper out at the same time in relation to the development of regulations supporting the legislation. Submissions on the Bill close with the Government Administration Committee on 18 August, and on the Regulations Consultation Document also on 18 August.

If members consider there are issues on which the Association should make comment please contact CEO, John Pfahlert, E: ceo@waternz.org.nz

Copies of the explanatory note for the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Bill and the discussion document can be found below.