Hessian fire brigades may choose colors of their clothes in the future!
Hessian fire brigades may choose colors of their clothes in the future!
In a pioneering decision, the Hessian fire departments now have the opportunity to decide on the colors of their service clothes themselves. So far, only blue operational clothing has been allowed, but alternative colors such as sand -colored uniforms will also be permitted in the future. Interior Minister Roman Poseck (CDU) announced this innovation in Wiesbaden and emphasized that many fire brigades often expressed the desire for more individuality and scope for their uniforms. This adaptation was carried out in the course of the change in the Hessian Fire Brigade Clothing and Education Ordinance, which has already been signed and now comes into force, as op-online.de reports .
The decision for greater flexibility was received positively. Norbert Fischer, President of the State Fire Association, welcomed the innovation. Further details on color release include the possibility that the color changes for cost reasons should only be implemented in the context of planned new equipment in order not to be financially burdened by the municipalities. The minister also found that a sand -colored option facilitates the recognizability of dirt and thus offers practical benefits, as well as Inner.hessen.de] (https://ninn.hessen.de/presse/---schlung-der-kar-dar-dar-daren-und-anhüben-der-dersstränz.
raising the age limit for active firefighters
Another important aspect of the reform concerns the age limit for active fire brigade members. This limit is currently 60 years, but can be raised to 65 years on request. Interior Minister Poseck announced that an increase in the age limit is aimed at up to 67 years to promote the active participation of older people who often have great competence and fitness. These measures are part of a comprehensive plan that is to be presented to the state parliament in the form of a change proposal for the Hessian fire and disaster protection law. Pilot projects show that volunteer forces can actually remain active until the age of 67, as both sources report.
Poseck underlines the importance of motivation and modern framework conditions for volunteers. The adjustments are also intended to strengthen the staffing of the operations departments, even if this does not apply to wearing breathing apparatus. Norbert Fischer has also spoken out for raising the age limit, emphasizing that this should be done under certain conditions. These reforms are essential to continue to support and motivate the volunteers in the future.
In addition, the police are investigating a tragic accident in South Hesse, in which a woman was injured by a truck. The incident illustrates the complexity and the challenges with which firefighters are faced with, especially in emergency situations.
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