11Conferral of functions in relation to other emergenciesS
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(1)The Scottish Ministers may by order (an “additional function order”) confer on [SFRS] a function relating to an emergency of a kind specified in the order (the “additional function”).
(2)An additional function order may not specify as a kind of emergency—
(a)a fire; or
(b)a road traffic accident,
in the area of [SFRS].
(3)An additional function order may make provision for or in connection with—
(a)requiring the additional function to be carried out by [SFRS] outwith its area;
(b)specifying what [SFRS] shall or may do for the purpose of the additional function;
(c)requiring or authorising [SFRS]—
(i)to secure the provision of personnel, services and equipment;
(ii)to secure the provision of training for personnel;
(iii)to make arrangements for dealing with calls for help and summoning personnel;
(iv)to make arrangements for obtaining information required or likely to be required for the purpose of carrying out the function;
(v)to make arrangements for ensuring that reasonable steps are taken to prevent or limit damage to property resulting from carrying out the function.
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