Membership of Darlington VBFB is open to people of all ages, however it is necessary that there are certain restrictions on active firefighters.
Recruitment
Active Membership:
Firefighting is restricted to physically fit members over the age of 16. Active firefighters may also hold administrative positions.
Associate Membership:
Associate members are not involved in fire fighting.
People may join the Brigade as Associate members and be involved in Brigade activities, they can hold an administrative position and have voting rights.
Being a volunteer Firefighter carries with it responsibilities to your fellow Firefighters and the Community which must be taken seriously.
Brigade members are expected to commit to actively participating in the necessary Training, Brigade activities, and to make themselves available to attend incidents when on Roster, or during other times as and when required.
How to Join
Joining the Darlington Brigade is as easy as contacting a Brigade Officer and completing an Application for Membership and Induction. The Station is manned every Saturday morning from 9:00am to 11:00am
Darlington Brigade can also be contacted via email or you may phone the Station on 9299 7217.
Police and Identity Checks
DFES require that all volunteers be subject to a Western Australian Police and Identity check prior to being accepted by the Shire as a volunteer firefighter.