Scottish Fire and Rescue End of Year Performance Report - 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026
Perth and Kinross Council · 3 June 2026
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Scrutiny Report 2025-26 Perth and Kinross Council Housing and Social Wellbeing Committee Perth and Kinross
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202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on About the statistics within this report The activity totals and other statistics quoted within this report are published in the interests of transparency and openness. They are provisional in nature and subject to change as a result of ongoing quality assurance and review. Because all statistics quoted are provisional there may be a difference in the period totals quoted in our reports after local publication which result from revisions or additions to the data in our systems. The Scottish Government publishes official statistics each year which allow for comparisons to be made over longer periods of time. Summary Trends Accidental Dwelling Fires (ADFs) Accidental Dwelling Fire Casualties Non-Fire Casualties Deliberate Fires Non-Domestic Fires Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals (UFAS) Road Traffic Collisions (RTCs) Home Fire Safety Visits (HFSVs) Fire Safety Enforcement Community Safety & Engagement Glossary of Terms 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Contents Perth and Kinross Housing and Social Wellbeing Committee 2025-26 Scrutiny Report Perth and Kinross
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2025-261. Summary 489 Fires 433 907 False Alarms 1,839 94 23 1 Fire Fatalities 61 19 207 UFAS The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) attended 1,839 incidents across the Perth and Kinross area during the reporting period. Of these, 907 (49%) were false alarms. These incidents include malicious calls, calls made with good intent, those caused by apparatus and Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals (UFAS). This represents an increase compared to the 2024–25 reporting period, during which 830 false alarm incidents were recorded. Operational personnel, alongside Fire Safety Enforcement and Community Action Teams, continue to work with local stakeholders to deliver fire safety advice aimed at reducing the number of false alarm incidents. The SFRS attended 489 fire-related incidents during the reporting period, representing an increase of 60 compared to the previous year. 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on Non-Fire Incidents People Rescued by Firefighters People Receiving First Aid or Hospital Treatment (Non-Fire) People Receiving First Aid or Hospital Treatment (Fires) Non-Fire Fatalities Top 10 Incident Types False Alarm (Due to Apparatus) False Alarm (Good Intent) Fire (Outdoor) False Alarm (UFAS) Fire (Building) Inter-Agency Vehicle (Non-fire) Fire (Vehicle) Humanitarian Flooding / Water Rescue 433 249 241 207 188 166 109 60 45 39 Fire Safety AuditsHome Fire Safety Visits Total Incidents (Incl. Incompletes) 255483
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2. Trends Previous 16 quarters (4 years) 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on Accidental Dwelling Fires 2022-23 Q1 2022-23 Q2 2022-23 Q3 2022-23 Q4 2023-24 Q1 2023-24 Q2 2023-24 Q3 2023-24 Q4 2024-25 Q1 2024-25 Q2 2024-25 Q3 2024-25 Q4 2025-26 Q1 2025-26 Q2 2025-26 Q3 2025-26 Q4 19 18 40 25 29 37 26 25 30 33 21 24 31 21 26 31 Deliberate Fires 2022-23 Q1 2022-23 Q2 2022-23 Q3 2022-23 Q4 2023-24 Q1 2023-24 Q2 2023-24 Q3 2023-24 Q4 2024-25 Q1 2024-25 Q2 2024-25 Q3 2024-25 Q4 2025-26 Q1 2025-26 Q2 2025-26 Q3 2025-26 Q4 25 11 68 42 26 1718 3436 26 2624 31 27 18 44 Non-Domestic Fires 2022-23 Q1 2022-23 Q2 2022-23 Q3 2022-23 Q4 2023-24 Q1 2023-24 Q2 2023-24 Q3 2023-24 Q4 2024-25 Q1 2024-25 Q2 2024-25 Q3 2024-25 Q4 2025-26 Q1 2025-26 Q2 2025-26 Q3 2025-26 Q4 12 13 20 4 6 14 6 109 6 9 10 9 6 9 11 Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals 2022-23 Q1 2022-23 Q2 2022-23 Q3 2022-23 Q4 2023-24 Q1 2023-24 Q2 2023-24 Q3 2023-24 Q4 2024-25 Q1 2024-25 Q2 2024-25 Q3 2024-25 Q4 2025-26 Q1 2025-26 Q2 2025-26 Q3 2025-26 Q4 138 36 197 59 44 68 45 60 48 152 68 171 5947 163 68 Road Traffic Collisions 2022-23 Q1 2022-23 Q2 2022-23 Q3 2022-23 Q4 2023-24 Q1 2023-24 Q2 2023-24 Q3 2023-24 Q4 2024-25 Q1 2024-25 Q2 2024-25 Q3 2024-25 Q4 2025-26 Q1 2025-26 Q2 2025-26 Q3 2025-26 Q4 19 21 29 11 27 29 21 27 23 28 24 27 20 25 27 25
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2. Trends 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on Previous 16 quarters (4 years) Accidental Dwelling Fire Casualties 2022-23 Q1 2022-23 Q2 2022-23 Q3 2022-23 Q4 2023-24 Q1 2023-24 Q2 2023-24 Q3 2023-24 Q4 2024-25 Q1 2024-25 Q2 2024-25 Q3 2024-25 Q4 2025-26 Q1 2025-26 Q2 2025-26 Q3 2025-26 Q4 0 57 6 0 13 4 7 3 4 1 2 1 3 4 Non-Fire Casualties 2022-23 Q1 2022-23 Q2 2022-23 Q3 2022-23 Q4 2023-24 Q1 2023-24 Q2 2023-24 Q3 2023-24 Q4 2024-25 Q1 2024-25 Q2 2024-25 Q3 2024-25 Q4 2025-26 Q1 2025-26 Q2 2025-26 Q3 2025-26 Q4 10 16 60 11 17 35 23 21 29 19 35 24 22 19 2220 Road Traffic Collision Casualties 2022-23 Q1 2022-23 Q2 2022-23 Q3 2022-23 Q4 2023-24 Q1 2023-24 Q2 2023-24 Q3 2023-24 Q4 2024-25 Q1 2024-25 Q2 2024-25 Q3 2024-25 Q4 2025-26 Q1 2025-26 Q2 2025-26 Q3 2025-26 Q4 6 5 28 5 26 10 20 15 7 12 9 15 12 12 9 21 Home Fire Safety Visits 2022-23 Q1 2022-23 Q2 2022-23 Q3 2022-23 Q4 2023-24 Q1 2023-24 Q2 2023-24 Q3 2023-24 Q4 2024-25 Q1 2024-25 Q2 2024-25 Q3 2024-25 Q4 2025-26 Q1 2025-26 Q2 2025-26 Q3 2025-26 Q4 221 124 229 99 193 140 155 178 198 201 171 108 197209 139 111 Fire Safety Audits 2022-23 Q1 2022-23 Q2 2022-23 Q3 2022-23 Q4 2023-24 Q1 2023-24 Q2 2023-24 Q3 2023-24 Q4 2024-25 Q1 2024-25 Q2 2024-25 Q3 2024-25 Q4 2025-26 Q1 2025-26 Q2 2025-26 Q3 2025-26 Q4 17 58 91 13 27 62 71 45 64 54 6157 44 57 4843
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There were 105 Accidental Dwelling Fires (ADFs) recorded during the reporting period from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. This represents a decrease compared to the same period in the previous year, when 125 incidents were recorded, and is also below the three-year average of 117. In 51 of these incidents, fire damage was contained to the item first ignited. The primary cause of Accidental Dwelling Fires during the reporting period was identified as cooking-related activity. The total number of ADFs continues to decrease in the long term, currently we are reporting the second lowest number of ADFs in the last four years. This is as a result of a number of community safety initiatives delivered through partnership working. 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on Accidental Dwelling Fires in this period Extent of Damage Incidents Limited to item 1st ignited 51 Not applicable 33 Limited to room of origin 13 Limited to floor of origin (not whole building) 4 Whole building 2 External roof only 1 Limited to 2 floors (not whole building) 1 Source of Ignition (Top 10) Cooking appliance Other domestic style appliance Not known Electricity supply Smoking Related Matches and candles Chimney Heating equipment Industrial equipment Other Spread from secondary fire 64 12 8 6 5 3 2 2 1 1 1 Trend by Quarter (4 years) 20 30 40 105 Incidents by Ward Perth City Centre Perth City North Perth City South Strathtay Strathmore Blairgowrie & Glens Strathearn Strathallan Almond & Earn Highland Carse of Gowrie Kinross-shire 31 13 10 9 8 7 7 6 4 4 3 3 2025-263. Accidental Dwelling Fires
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4. Accidental Dwelling Fire Casualties Non-Fatal Casualties Fatal Casualties Nature of Injury/Cause of Death Casualties Overcome by gas, smoke or toxic fumes; asphyxiation 6 Burns - slight 2 Other 2 Combination of burns and overcome by gas/smoke 1 Cuts/Lacerations 1 Fracture 1 Not known 1 There was one fatality resulting from fire during the reporting period. This occurred at an incident on Scott Street in June. Within Perth and Kinross, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service continues to work in partnership with local agencies to reduce risk to communities and staff. This is supported through the analysis of operational activity and the targeted delivery of prevention and protection initiatives aimed at those most at risk and vulnerable, particularly in relation to unintentional harm within the home. These initiatives will continue to be developed and enhanced to ensure that appropriate and effective support is provided to communities in reducing the risk of unintentional harm. 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on Casualties by Ward Perth City Centre Highland Perth City North Strathtay 8 2 2 2 Trend by Quarter (4 years) 0 2 4 6 People Rescued by Firefighters Extent of Harm (Non-Fatal) First Aid Given at Scene Hospital Slight Injuries Hospital Serious Injuries 2025-26 13 1 27 7 3 3
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5. Non-Fire Casualties 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on The SFRS attends a variety of incidents that involves the treatment of casualties such as Road Traffic Collisions (RTC), Water Rescue, Rescue from Height and Medical Emergencies. We attended incidents where there were 19 fatalities over the reporting period which was the same as the reporting period 24-25 and we also attended incidents where there were 61 non fatal casualties, a decrease from 106 in the previous year. Of the 61 persons who were assisted 5 were given first aid at the scene of the incident, 15 were taken to hospital with serious injures and 41 attended hospital with slight injuries. There total number of people rescued by Firefighters across Perth and Kinross from all incident types during the reporting period was 65. Our Operational Personnel and Community Action Team continue to deliver risk reduction training focused on drivers of all ages, alongside water safety education across primary and secondary schools throughout the area. Casualties by Ward Strathtay Strathmore Almond & Earn Kinross-shire Strathearn Blairgowrie & Glens Highland Perth City Centre Strathallan Carse of Gowrie Perth City South Perth City North 14 9 8 8 8 7 7 7 5 3 3 1 Trend by Quarter (4 years) 20 40 60 Non-Fatal Casualties Fatal Casualties People Rescued by Firefighters Extent of Harm (Non-Fatal) First Aid Given at Scene Hospital Slight Injuries Hospital Serious Injuries Nature of Injury/Cause of Death Casualties Not known 14 Back / Neck injury (spinal) 10 Chest / Abdominal injury 8 Fracture 7 Cuts/Lacerations 6 Head injury 6 Other 6 Other physical injury 5 Other medical condition 4 Bruising 3 Chest pain / Heart condition / Cardiac arrest 3 Drowning 3 Collapse 1 Concussion 1 Hypothermia 1 Impalement 1 Unconscious, fitting or unresponsive (no other evident significant injury) 1 2025-26 61 19 65 5 41 15
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6. Deliberate Fires Property Type Incident Grassland, woodland and crops 65 Refuse 25 Dwelling 17 Other outdoors (including land) 17 Road Vehicle 11 Non Residential 9 Outdoor structures 3 Outdoor equipment and machinery 2 There were 149 deliberate fire incidents recorded during the reporting period. This is above the three-year average of 124 and higher than the previous year’s total of 113. Of these incidents, 65 involved grassland, woodland and crops. The Perth City North area recorded the highest number of deliberate fires, with 34 incidents, the majority of which were located within the Tulloch and Letham areas of the city. The Community Action Team, assisted by Police Scotland and PKC Community Wardens targeted the areas and saw a reduction in incidents over the reporting period. During the reporting period, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has continued to work in partnership with local agencies to reduce the number of deliberate fires across Perth and Kinross. This proactive approach, particularly through youth engagement initiatives, aims to address and reduce instances of deliberate fire-setting. Collaborative work with partners and local schools has been a key component in tackling this form of anti-social behaviour. 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on Incidents by Ward Perth City North Perth City Centre Carse of Gowrie Blairgowrie & Glens Strathtay Kinross-shire Strathearn Strathmore Highland Almond & Earn Strathallan Perth City South 34 32 16 14 12 8 8 7 6 5 4 3 Trend by Quarter (4 years) 20 40 60 149 Deliberate Fires in this period 2025-26 Hour of Day 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
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7. Non-Domestic Fires There were 36 fires in non-domestic properties recorded during the reporting period, representing a decrease compared to the same period in the previous year (43). The highest number of incidents occurred within the Public Administration, Security and Safety sector and the Permanent Agricultural sector, each accounting for four incidents. Of the total, 29 fires were classified as accidental while seven were identified as deliberate. Fire Safety Enforcement Officers (FSEOs) will continue to provide appropriate support to local businesses, ensuring that timely and proportionate legislative fire safety guidance and enforcement activity is undertaken. 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on Non-Domestic Fires in this period 2025-26 Top 15 Property Types Property Type Incidents Permanent Agricultural 4 Public admin, security and safety 4 Education 3 Industrial Processing 3 Residential Home 3 Food and Drink 2 Hospitals and medical care 2 Industrial Manufacturing 2 Retail 2 Vehicle Repair 2 Hotel/motel 1 Offices and call centres 1 Other buildings/use not known 1 Other Residential Home 1 Public Utilities 1 Religious 1 Sheltered Housing - not self contained 1 Sporting venues 1 Sports pavilion/shower block/changing facility 1 (80.6%) 7 (19.4%) 29 Accidental Deliberate Incidents by Ward Perth City Centre Perth City North Blairgowrie & Glens Strathallan Strathtay Perth City South Almond & Earn Carse of Gowrie Highland Strathearn Strathmore 15 5 3 3 3 2 1 1 1 1 1 Extent of Damage Limited to item 1st ignited Not applicable Whole building Limited to room of origin 22 6 5 3 Trend by Quarter (4 years) 0 5 10 15 20 36
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8. Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals During the reporting period, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service attended 207 Unwanted Fire Alarm Signal (UFAS) incidents, from a total of 907 false alarms. Residential care homes accounted for 87 of these UFAS incidents. Operational crews attend each activation to investigate the cause and ensure appropriate engagement with the duty holder at the time of the incident. Each attendance is also used as an opportunity to raise awareness of the impact of UFAS on businesses, the wider community and SFRS resources. Since the introduction of the UFAS Reduction Policy, there has been a notable decrease in UFAS incidents. This has enabled operational crews to dedicate additional time to maintaining operational preparedness and undertaking community safety engagement activities. 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals in this period 2025-26 Top 15 Property Types Property Type Incidents Residential Home 87 Hospitals and medical care 34 Sheltered Housing - not self contained 17 Hotel/motel 16 Retail 9 Boarding School accommodation 7 Other Residential Home 7 Entertainment and culture 5 Food and Drink 4 Other holiday residence (cottage, flat, chalet) 4 Boarding House/B&B other 3 Offices and call centres 3 Public admin, security and safety 3 Industrial Manufacturing 2 Education 1 Hostel (e.g. for homeless people) 1 Monastery/convent 1 Permanent Agricultural 1 Student Hall of Residence 1 Youth hostel 1 Incidents by Ward Perth City Centre Strathearn Highland Strathmore Perth City South Strathallan Strathtay Blairgowrie & Glens Kinross-shire Perth City North Almond & Earn Carse of Gowrie 51 31 21 20 19 18 18 13 9 3 2 2 Trend by Quarter (4 years) 0 50 100 150 200 207
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9. Road Traffic Collisions The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service attended 97 Road Traffic Collisions (RTCs) during the reporting period, which is consistent with the three-year average of 96 incidents. Collisions involving cars accounted for the majority of these incidents with a total of 78 attendances. There were three fatalities resulting from road traffic collisions during the reporting period. SFRS, working with partners, has continued to engage pro-actively with members of the community through a range of targeted road safety initiatives. These include the New Young Driver Intervention Scheme, aimed at drivers aged 17–25, “Fatal 5” Road Safety Talks, which focus on key risk factors among commuter drivers and engagement sessions tailored to older drivers. These initiatives are designed to influence driver behaviour, raise awareness of common risk factors and contribute to the reduction of road traffic collisions across Perth and Kinross. 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on Road Traffic Collisions in this period Non-Fatal Casualties Fatal Casualties People Rescued by Firefighters Extent of Harm (Non-Fatal) First Aid Given at Scene Hospital Slight Injuries Hospital Serious Injuries 2025-26 Incidents by Ward Strathtay Almond & Earn Kinross-shire Carse of Gowrie Highland Strathallan Strathmore Perth City Centre Perth City South Blairgowrie & Glens Perth City North Strathearn 15 11 11 10 10 10 10 6 6 4 3 1 Trend by Quarter (4 years) 10 15 20 25 30 97 36 3 12 2 29 5 Property Type Incidents Car 78 Van 7 Lorry/HGV 5 Motorcycle 3 Multiple Vehicles 2 Caravan on tow 1 Other 1 Incident Type Incidents Vehicle (Non-fire) 96 Fire (Vehicle) 1
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10. Home Fire Safety Visits 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on 11. Fire Safety Enforcement Job Type Count Audit 255 Specific Visit 52 Short Post Fire Audit 8 Consultation 5 Home Fire Safety Visits - Prevention is at the heart of our activities and the SFRS carried out 483 Home Fire Safety Visits (HFSV) across Perth and Kinross during the reporting period. High-risk Home Fire Safety Visits (HFSVs) were carried out by operational personnel and the Community Action Team (CAT). Referrals from partner agencies continue to play a key role in identifying individuals who would benefit from targeted fire safety interventions. Fire Safety Enforcement - Fire Safety Enforcement Officers (FSEO) conducted 320 visits to premises across the area and a great deal of fire safety enforcement activity involves the engagement with local businesses to ensure they maintain safety procedures to ensure the safety of their staff and members of the public. Audits by Ward Perth City Centre Strathtay Highland Strathmore Kinross-shire Strathallan Strathearn Perth City South Blairgowrie & Glens Perth City North Almond & Earn Carse of Gowrie 46 43 39 20 19 19 18 16 12 11 7 5 2025-26 HFSVs by Ward Perth City Centre Strathearn Perth City South Strathmore Perth City North Blairgowrie & Glens Strathtay Carse of Gowrie Almond & Earn Kinross-shire Strathallan Highland 140 53 51 50 47 37 27 23 19 14 13 9 Home Fire Safety Visits 483
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12. Community Safety & Engagement The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) continues to work in partnership with a wide range of agencies and community stakeholders across Perth and Kinross to deliver prevention, protection and engagement activity. This work is focused on reducing risk, supporting vulnerable individuals and improving community safety outcomes. Community Safety Engagement In partnership with Perth and Kinross Council and Police Scotland, SFRS delivered an Asylum Seeker Safety Day at McDiarmid Park. The event covered a range of safety topics, including anti-social behaviour, water safety, fire safety and basic first aid. Attendees were supported with transport and catering and the day concluded with a football match to encourage engagement. As the service moves into the warmer months, there are plans to further develop the water safety element by delivering sessions at the River Tay to provide a more interactive learning experience. Youth Engagement and Education SFRS has continued to invest in youth engagement through the delivery of multiple Young Firefighters courses in partnership with local groups across schools in Perth and Kinross. These courses cover fire safety, road safety and practical skills development, while promoting key values such as safety, teamwork, respect and innovation. The programmes support young people in developing practical life skills, increasing awareness of risk and fostering positive behaviours within their communities. In addition, Community Action Teams (CAT) have worked collaboratively with partner agencies and charities to deliver educational workshops within schools. These sessions include interactive inputs from SFRS on water safety and the risks associated with deliberate fire setting. Partner organisations have contributed additional sessions covering mental health, drugs and alcohol awareness, racism and knife crime. This multi-agency approach aims to support informed decision-making and reduce risk-taking behaviours among young people. Employability and Skills Development CAT has worked in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions Job Centre to support employability initiatives within the local area. Participants have engaged in activities designed to build confidence and develop key skills, including interview techniques, application writing and station-based work experience. As a result of this engagement, several participants are now applying for the current Wholetime firefighter recruitment intake. Participants reported that the sessions delivered in partnership with the Job Centre were beneficial in building confidence and supporting their return to employment. Partnership Working and Early Intervention SFRS continues to strengthen partnership working through the delivery of Risk Recognition training alongside local agencies. This training supports partner organisations in identifying potential fire safety hazards and understanding how to appropriately signpost individuals for further support. By improving awareness of risk and encouraging early intervention, this approach enhances the collective ability of partner agencies to support vulnerable individuals and reduce the likelihood of fire-related incidents. SFRS Anthony Nolan Partnership This year saw the 10th year of the SFRS/Anthony Nolan Partnership within Perth and Kinross secondary schools. Over this period, the partnership has delivered 33 engagement events, resulting in 1,559 individuals aged 16–30 joining the Stem Cell Donor Register. To date, seven people have gone on to donate stem cells or bone marrow, providing life-saving treatment and a second chance at life for patients with blood cancer. At a national level, the partnership has recruited over 21,000 people with 131 of those donating. Through a coordinated programme of prevention, protection and community engagement activity, SFRS continues to make a positive contribution to community safety across Perth and Kinross. By working collaboratively with partners and targeting those most at risk, the Service aims to reduce incidents, improve outcomes and build safer, more resilient communities. 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on 2025-26
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13. Glossary of Terms Term - What it means ADF Accidental Dwelling Fire. HFSV Home Fire Safety Visit. PDIR Post Domestic Incident Response, a term used to indicate actions taken following attendance at a fire or other incident in the home. PDIRs include amongst things the offer of a free follow up home fire safety visit. RTC Road Traffic Collision. Special Service Calls to incidents which are not fires or false alarms such as RTCs, rescues, flooding, incidents involving hazardous materials or the provision of assistance to other agencies. UFAS Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals. When an automatic fire detection and alarm system is activated as a result of anything other than an actual fire the activation is classed as a false alarm. If an attendance is made to such an event by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, then the event is recorded as an UFAS incident. UFAS Policy Change In response to COVID, on the 6th May 2020, the SFRS decided to send 1 pump to UFAS premises that did not have their own Predetermined attendance (PDA). As of 1st July 2023, the COVID interim 1 pump response was ended and a new UFAS policy was implemented. The new policy is to call challenge all UFAS incidents with the intention of non-attendance. Hospitals, care homes, and sleeping risk premises are all exempt and receive either 2 pumps or their premise specific PDA. 202617/04/26 © Scottish Fire & Rescue ServiceReport generated on
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