Menopause

This Conference is concerned that there is no real evidence based information on how the menopause can affect women when carrying out their duties in the Fire and Rescue Service (FRS). We therefore call upon the Executive Council to set up a Sub Committee of the National Health and Safety Committee, to include a member of the NWC, to investigate further and produce a report on the effects that the menopause may have on women working in the FRS. The findings of this report are to be included in an information leaflet on the menopause which is to be distributed to all Brigade Officials and Women Reps before Annual Conference 2011.