RFS
Rescue Fire and Security
Hamilton International Airport has a team of 11 Rescue Fire and Security Officers based in the Rescue Fire Station onsite.
Rescue Fire and Security Officers are an integral part of the Airport Company. They look after airport emergency response, which includes fire fighting (aircraft and structural), advanced medical response and the safety and security of the airport environs and the terminal buildings.
Services
Rescue Fire & Security Officers are available to assist the public 24 hours. They regularly patrol the terminal building, grounds, car park and airside perimeter fences and also monitor apron safety. The officers play a key role assisting airlines and border agencies with both domestic and international flights.
The rescue fire team is fully qualified in fire rescue, emergency response and first aid. Members are NZQA FRISTO registered and train on a regular basis. They also conduct regular fire safety and maintenance inspections and provide training for airport tenants in fire evacuation and emergency response.
Equipment
The airport has three rescue vehicles and one incident control vehicle which are backed up in an emergency by Hamilton Fire Service. The fire fighting appliances hold multi-media agents - AFFF foam, dry powder and water for fire fighting. Hydraulic cutting equipment is on stand by and there are also two large water supply tanks on site for fire fighting.
Read about the arrival of the new Stryker 6s.
Contacts
Rescue Fire & Safety staff can assist with general enquiries outside office hours. They can be located by enquiring at any of the terminal counters or by telephoning 0274 961 750 (24 hours, 7 days per week).
Qualified Rescue Fire & Security Officers
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