Regulation 36

equipment and services for rescue and firefighting are provided at the aerodrome; and

specialist rescue services and firefighting equipment commensurate with the hazard and risk are available where —

the aerodrome is located close to water or swampy areas; or

a significant portion of the approach or departure operation of aircraft takes place over water or swampy areas.

the level of protection, which must be commensurate with the category of the aerodrome for rescue and firefighting; and

the response time to be achieved.

are trained —

to perform their duties in an efficient manner, which must include live fire drills (including drills for pressure‑fed fuel fires) that are commensurate with the types of aircraft and types of rescue and firefighting equipment in use at the aerodrome; and

in a rescue and firefighting personnel training programme for aerodromes that includes training in human performance and team coordination;

are designated to be readily available to operate rescue and firefighting equipment at maximum capacity to ensure that —

minimum response times can be achieved; and

an appropriate rate of discharge of the extinguishing agent is maintained; and

are provided with suitable protective clothing and respiratory equipment.