11 May 2006 - Community Safety Vehicle is Launched at Local Primary School
May 9, 2006 - Today at Tranent Primary School , the Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Service launched a new and innovative Community Safety Vehicle (CSV). As part of a continuous drive and commitment to improve community safety, this vehicle will be the cornerstone of an established primary school education programme, as well as a dynamic fire safety resource that will be used throughout local communities.
It is estimated that more than 3000 school children from some 23 schools will pass through this vehicle each year. It will increase their knowledge and understanding of the causes of fire and how to keep themselves and their families safe by using smoke alarms and making fire plans.
The CSV has been designed to include the latest technology to recreate, to some extent, the conditions of a real fire. Within the safety of a theatre area, this is achieved by combining a DVD of a developing fire with smoke odour, changes in lighting, temperature and sound. The multi-sensory stimulus helps enhance the presentation and adds to the whole experience.
The vehicle also includes a display of common fire hazards within the home. These are linked to a touch sensitive plasma screen which depicts the Hazard House in every detail and presents viewers with a multiple choice question. Touching the correct answer will trigger a short film showing what would happen if the hazard was left without making it safe.
Finished in white, the exterior of the vehicle displays large colour pictures of the various proactive initiatives in which the fire and rescue service are involved. These include our primary school programme and a range of community and youth projects.
The vehicle will also be used in other areas of the community including public events such as gala days or to deliver our community safety messages to minority or vulnerable groups anywhere within the Lothian and Borders area.
Ken Harrold, Convener of Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Board said: “This vehicle is truly impressive, not only because of the technology is boasts but because it can be driven to, and displayed, across the whole area that we serve. It will no doubt make a significant contribution in communicating the critical message of prevention to these communities.”
Notes to Editors:
- There will be a photocall at Tranent Primary School on Tuesday 9 May 2006
- Upon request, photos will be available after the event via email
- The total cost of the vehicle is £150,000 and was funded by the Lothian and Borders Fire and Rescue Service to compliment its already successful education programme and community safety initiatives
- The vehicle hydraulically extends measuring approximately 8 metres in length and the floor of the teaching area measures 65 square metres
- Disable visitors will have full access to the vehicle through a hydraulic lift located at the rear staircase
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