Fife Fire and Rescue Service has been confirmed as one of the top-performing services in the country, with the lowest casualty numbers for four out of the last five years across Scotland.
Its position has been confirmed by the latest statistics from the fire service which reveal that the number of casualties resulting from fire incidents in Fife have decreased by 12% over the past year and a significant 57% over the past five years.
The latest figures also show that during the past 12 months the number of accidental house fires in Fife has decreased by over 5%.
Hoax calls are also down by 13%, with a 28% drop over the last five years.
Alex Smart, group manager of performance and governance, said the figures are statutory performance indicators used by each fire and rescue service as a benchmark.
Last year there were 20 incidents which resulted in 20 casualties and three fatalities and there were 235 accidental house fires.
Mr Smart said: ”Like all public services we strive for continuous improvement and this year has proved exceptional in terms of the key headline indicators which are those with the most significant impact for the communities of Fife.
”These results give us confidence that we have a solid foundation from which to progress into the new Scottish Fire and Rescue Service in the coming year.”
Chief Fire Officer Neil McFarlane said ”All personnel in the service have a ‘can do’ attitude to their work. Their professionalism and commitment ensures the service remains a highly credible resource in driving down risk.
“All staff have to be commended in their achievements and more importantly, in their contribution towards our aim of making our communities safe.”