Taking legal action is one of the options the Fire Service is considering to deal with sick-out action of its officers.

For the second time in three weeks the officers resorted to a four-day sick-out action.

They are upset with what they describe as poor working conditions as well as the pace of negotiations with the Chief Personnel Officer for better terms and conditions.

Public relations Officer of the Fire Service Ian Greene admits the action of the officers is putting a strain on its operations.

Greene assured the public contingency measures have been put in place to deal with the action of officers.