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Fire training course focuses on handling situations
Staff photo by Kelly Running
As the firefighters worked on getting vehicles out from under a tipped trailer, Flying G Trucking brought out a picker truck who at first ensured safety while working and later was used working with the trainees allowing them the opportunity to work alongside a picker truck, a situation which may develop. Kelly Running Observer Staff
In southeast Saskatchewan it’s a call they dread, a collision. A heavy truck has collided with a vehicle and it doesn’t look good. People are trapped, injured, and possibly dying or already dead. With people in trouble a fire department must jump into action. People are relying on them and a firefighter must make critical, quick decisions when in the moment. Whether the call involves a semi tractor, a hazardous materials trailer, a cement truck, or a school bus, training is an extremely important aspect for a firefighter to be able to respond to any situation and keep a level head while doing so. In relation to the importance of training, Carlyle Fire and Rescue facilitated a training weekend for Heavy Extrication Course on Saturday, Oct. 24, and Sunday, Oct. 25. Coming out of Calgary to facilitate training was Randy Schmitz. He led a total of 15 students through various scenarios set up by the local Fire and Rescue. Schmitz is a firefighter and extrication instructor with the Calgary Fire Department in Alberta. Staff photo by Kelly Running
Carlyle Fire and Rescue hosted a Heavy Extrication Course on Saturday, Oct. 24, and Sunday, Oct. 25.
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