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Oxfordshire County Council has announced that Faringdon Fire Station is to undergo a £700,000 redevelopment to modernise accommodation for fire and rescue teams.
The project, which forms part of the council’s longer-term plans to decarbonise its buildings, is scheduled to begin in January 2025 and will take around four months to complete.
The redevelopment plan includes health and safety initiatives for operational fire and rescue employees, such as managing the risk posed by toxins associated with firefighting. There will be new facilities for cleaning breathing apparatus equipment.
“This significant investment reflects our environmental credentials, and our commitment to provide the very best facilities for fire and rescue crews and support staff, always ensuring that health and wellbeing is taken seriously. This investment is also reflective of our commitment to look after all corners of our county.
“Crews will temporarily relocate to another premises in the town until work is complete, ensuring there will be no disruption to emergency and community responses. It’ll be business as usual during the improvement works.”
Councillor Dr Nathan Ley, Oxfordshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Public Health, Inequalities and Community Safety.
The improvements also involve the modernisation of toilets and showers. Changes to reduce the carbon footprint of the building will include thermal insulation, energy efficiency and installation of solar panels, associated batteries and air source heating.
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