31 men from Yako will now be able to carry out basic first aid in any emergency

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31 men from Yako will now be able to carry out basic first aid in any emergency

By Dhanjay Deo

27/02/2021

[image: Fijian Govt.]

31 men from Yako in Nadi will now be able to undertake basic fire compliance within the village and carry out basic first aid in any emergency.

They have today graduated as certified fire wardens under the Integrated Community Fire Warden and Emergency Response Framework.

The 3-week training included basic fire training, tsunami drills, and first aid training.

Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama launched the first Integrated Community Fire Warden and Emergency Response Framework at Yako village today.

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