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Arson Task Force: South Tyneside
The South Tyneside Arson Task Force team are based at South Shields Fire Station and have been actively involved in the reduction of deliberate fires within the borough since November 2001. They work closely with the Local Authority, who have a specific officer that works on arson reduction. The Local Authority Arson Liaison Officer (LAALO) is based in Middlefield's, South Tyneside. His role includes removal of at risk and abandoned vehicles, removal of refuse and other debris that may an arson risk. This partnership is important in reducing hazards to the South Tyneside community. The team consists of Fire Officer James Ferguson, Police Officer Tony Joyce and Team Member Martin Woods: Watch Manager James Ferguson I have served with Tyne and Wear Fire & Rescue Service since 1992 and I joined the Arson Task Force in November 2001. My main role is to oversee the arson prevention work carried out, including boarding up, vehicle removal and refuse removal. I am also a trained fire investigator which allows me to identify causes of deliberate and unusual fires. DC Tony Joyce I have been a Detective Constable with the Arson Task Force since its inception in November 2001. I have a multi-role within the Arson Task Force. Firstly that of liaison between the Police and Fire Service in cases of deliberate fires and secondly, to assist investigating officers with fire investigations. Also I develop strategies and operations, to target problem areas in line with the problem-solving model adopted by Northumbria Police. Team Member Martin Woods I have worked for Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service since 1987 and the Arson Task Force since April 2004. My role involves representing the Arson Task Force at meetings and disseminating information throughout the service and community groups. I liaise with the other agency partners and collate information on deliberate fire statistics to identify hotspot areas. I also support the other team members by creating leaflets, presentations and other literature. Help us to make South Tyneside a safer place to live by informing us of any concerns you have. |
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