Major upgrades of Launceston’s ambulance station are almost complete, just in time for an additional 24 hour crew to begin work in September.
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Construction has been ongoing for the past seven months with $850,000 allocated to the project.
Ambulance Tasmania chief executive Neil Kirby said the second stage of upgrades included the repositioning of the kitchen and lounge at the station to give easier access for paramedics responding to call outs.
“It means a lot for our crew and staff working here at our Launceston station,” he said.
“This will provide a great opportunity to provide better for the additional resource coming here, better for the staff and cements this as a good location for emergency response for the community.”
The first stage of works included the replacement of the major retaining wall to stabilise the building, remedial work to the in-ground water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure that led to the movement in the building and driveway.
It means a lot for our crew and staff working at our Launceston station.
- Neil Kirby
The second stage of works included improved designs to accommodate more staff in the multi-purpose rooms, lockers and equipment, and an upgrade of facilities to meet disability accessible building guidelines.