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FOI / 3900 / 2018 - Firefighters

Thank you for your request under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. I can confirm that Essex County Fire & Rescue Service does hold this information.

Please see below the answer to your request.

Initial Request:

1. How many firefighters have been cautioned for rushing into burning buildings in an attempt to save lives?

2. How many firefighters have been sacked or disciplined for rushing into burning buildings in an attempt to save lives?

3. How many firefighters have been given awards for heroism after saving lives during fires?

4. Please provide case/ incident notes for those who were disciplined or sacked after rushing into burning buildings.

5. Please provide information about the event for each firefighter who has been given an award for bravery.

Final Response:

1. How many firefighters have been cautioned for rushing into burning buildings in an attempt to save lives?

We are not aware of any

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2. How many firefighters have been sacked or disciplined?for rushing into burning buildings in an attempt to save lives?

We are not aware of any.

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3. How many firefighters have been given awards for heroism?after saving lives during fires?

We are not aware of any.

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4. Please provide case/ incident notes for those who were disciplined?or sacked after rushing into burning buildings

We would not release documentation about cases.

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5. Please provide information about the event for each firefighter who has been given an award for bravery.

We are not aware of any.

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Thank you for your interest in Essex County Fire & Rescue Service.