FRNSW Long Service and Good Conduct Medal

FRNSW Long Service and Good Conduct Medal

The Fire and Rescue New Southe Wales (FRNSW) Long Service and Good Conduct Medal is a prestigious honour designed to recognise the diligent long service and good conduct of members within the FRNSW organisation. This medal serves as a lasting tribute to the dedication and professionalism of those who have committed themselves to serving their community.

To be eligible for this esteemed award, you must have:

• Ten years of eligible service within FRNSW.
• Maintained a level of training and skill sufficient to fulfil your duties.
• Served diligently throughout your tenure.
• Maintained a satisfactory service record.

Clasps are awarded for each additional 10 years of eligible service. These are recognised by a bar, 5 mm wide, inscribed with crossed axes, helmet, and torch. The positioning of the clasps on the ribbon is meticulously detailed, ensuring the honour is displayed with the utmost respect and dignity.

Design

The medal is a circular design in oxidised silver, 38 mm in diameter, ensigning a circa 1884 firefighters helmet and crossed axes in oxidised silver. The front of the medal features the Fire and Rescue NSW logo within a rim carrying the inscription "Fire and Rescue New South Wales". The reverse side is inscribed with "Awarded to" and the recipient’s name within a rim carrying the inscription "Long Service and Good Conduct Medal".

The medal is suspended from a suspension bar, which is an integral part of the medal. The ribbon is 32 mm wide, red, with two black stripes 9 mm wide and 5 mm from each outer edge. A miniature of the medal, a half-sized replica, is also available and is suspended from a miniature ribbon 16 mm wide.

 

Unmounted Medals

If you order your medal unmounted, the medal and ribbon will be supplied as separate components. Miniature medals will be supplied with 15cm of ribbon and full size medals will be supplied with 30cm of ribbon.

FRNSW Long Service and Good Conduct Medal Full Size Court Mounted

The court mounting of medals involves securing medals to a stiff backing board, along with the placement of a brooch fitting on the board. This ensures that the medals remain firmly in place and do not shift or move about while being worn.

It is mandatory for active members of the Australian Defence Force to have their medals court mounted, as it is considered the appropriate method of presenting military honours in a professional and respectful manner. By doing so, the medals are given proper recognition and are displayed in a neat and organized fashion.

FRNSW Long Service and Good Conduct Medal Full Size Swing Mounted

The swing mounting of medals refers to the attachment of a medal to a ribbon that is allowed to hang freely from a brooch, which in turn is affixed to a uniform or clothing. This mounting style was commonly used for medals from the Boer War up to and including World War II, although there are no fixed guidelines or regulations regarding its use.

FRNSW Long Service and Good Conduct Medal Miniature Court Mounted

Miniature Court Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.

FRNSW Long Service and Good Conduct Medal Miniature Swing Mounted

Miniature Swing Mounted medals are mounted using the same method as Full size medals, yet they are typically worn to ceremonies were wearing full size medals would be impractical. These medals are commonly worn to all ceremonies that take place after 6 pm such as dinners.

FRNSW Long Service and Good Conduct Medal Ribbon Bar

A ribbon bar is a small, rectangular display of ribbons worn on military uniforms to represent various honours and awards earned by the wearer. These ribbons are arranged in a specific order and are attached to a backing, which is then attached to the uniform. Ribbon bars are a compact and convenient way for military personnel to display their achievements and are often used in situations where a full-sized medal or award would be impractical.