Since the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 was enacted, Fire & Rescue Services have taken on more statutory duties, one of which is the requirement to attend special service incidents and in particular Road Traffic Collisions.
Strathclyde Fire & Rescue has embraced the challenges presented by the change in legislation and proactively seeks a reduction in the number of Road Traffic Collisions, associated fatalities and injuries. This requires a combined strategy focusing on prevention, protection and responding.
Prevention
We will support partners by providing advice, educating road users, and engaging with vulnerable groups. This is primarily carried out through our "Cut it Out" programme.
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Protection
Through our Integrated Risk Management Plan, we will ensure that Strathclyde Fire & Rescue’s responses are measured, evaluated and targeted at areas of greatest risk to our communities through robust Road Traffic Collision research.
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Responding
We will provide a highly trained, professional and well-equipped emergency response to Road Traffic Collisions in partnership with other emergency services.
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| Strathclyde Fire & Rescue "Cut It Out" Road Safety Programme |
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