An independent investigation has commenced into allegations that CFA members and other persons may have been exposed to harmful chemicals at the CFA Training Facility, Fiskville from 1971.
This investigation is being chaired by Robert Joy, Adjunct Professor at RMIT and broad Terms of Reference have been established.
Professor Joy is being assisted in the investigation by a multi disciplinary team which includes persons with expertise in:
- Site contamination,
- Toxicology, and
- Risk Assessment.
Investigators have unrestricted access to records held by CFA and other relevant Government agencies.
Contacting the Investigation Team
Any CFA members past or present or other persons who believe that they may have been exposed to chemicals as a result of activities at Fiskville are encouraged to contact the independent investigation team.
Written submissions relevant to the Terms of Reference can be sent to Professor R Joy.
Anyone wishing to meet with an investigator is encouraged to contact the office.
Use the Contact Us page to obtain further information.
Contacting CFA
CFA has set up a hotline where it is possible to discuss or obtain support on Health and Wellbeing issues, please ring 1800 628 616 or visit the CFA website.
