This in from the council, in their own words. Ed
Members will strike between 12pm and 5pm on Friday 2 May, between 2pm on Saturday 3 May and 2am on the morning of Sunday 4 May, and finally between 10am and 3pm on Sunday 4 May.
During strike action, fire cover will be reduced with non-FBU members attending life-critical incidents such as house fires or road traffic incidents. Fire control will not be affected by the strike and will be operating as normal – people should continue to dial 999 in an emergency.
Do not take unnecessary risks
Householders and businesses are advised not to take unnecessary risks during periods of strike action and make preparations to reduce their chances of needing assistance from the fire and rescue service.
This includes taking extra care when cooking or smoking, checking that smoke alarms are working and knowing what to do in an event of a fire and sharing this knowledge with others.
Owners of non-residential premises are also being reminded to prepare by ensuring their legislative duties, such as fire risk assessments and fire safety management, are up to date.
Steve Apter, chief fire officer, said:
“With the weather having improved recently, and with it being a bank holiday weekend, many people may be planning on having celebrations, such as a barbeque.
“There will be reduced fire cover during the strike periods, and I would like to reiterate the advice that members of the public and businesses should be extra vigilant by checking fire safety arrangements and not taking unnecessary risks.”
Phil Jordan is the Executive councillor for public safety and added:
“It is disappointing this national strike action has been announced but residents should not worry as cover will be maintained on the Island.”
