Lane Heynes

• Pruned orchard trees by shortening or removing upper limbs and removing long shoots in center and tops of trees.
• Maintained healthy trees by pruning and checking for disease.
• Ensured cleanliness of workspaces by regularly disposing of waste materials and sanitizing tools as needed.
• Removed brush, fallen fruit and trash to maintain clean and safe orchard.
• Picked apples and various types of berry when on season.
• Some factory work loading and unloading work truck, putting fruit into cold storage.

• Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises.
• Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
• Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.
• Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
• Upheld high levels of readiness while on call, ensuring timely response to any potential emergencies.
• Improved community safety by conducting fire prevention presentations and distributing educational materials to local schools and organizations.
• Increased public awareness about fire safety through participation in community events and media interviews.
• Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
• Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
• Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
• Going away on deployments to different parts of NSW to assist in emergency (section 44) fires and flood.

I Worked in Riverina highland RFS HQ organising papers, mapping, surveying, organising firefighting gear and equipment in the store and some field work.