Roles of the SES Volunteer Articles
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Community education is an important function of the SES. Having a community that are prepared for floods and storms or other emergencies, can assist in reducing the loss of property, stock and even lives. Ultimately, community education builds resilience to these events within communities. » more
Probationary Period - 27 September 2008
The probationary period for new SES volunteers is usually around three months. » more
Community First Responder - 30 September 2008
In some rural areas of NSW, the SES provides Community First Responder services. This includes providing first aid at an advanced level until professional first aid arrives. » more
Media - 30 September 2008
Media management is an important role in any response to flood, storm and other emergencies that the SES is involved with. » more
Road Crash Rescue - 27 September 2008
The SES is the largest provider of Road Crash Rescue in country areas of New South Wales. » more
Air Search - 27 September 2008
SES volunteers may be asked to assist the Police in air searches. » more
Vertical Rescue - 27 September 2008
SES volunteers may be asked by other emergency service agencies to assist in vertical rescues. These rescues can be from either heights or depths. » more SES volunteers are often asked by the Police Force to assist in land searches. » more
Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) - 27 September 2008
SES volunteers are often asked by other emergency services to assist in Urban Search and Rescue. » more Storm preparation and response is one of the core duties of the SES. » more
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