Fire and Rescue Service Experience Day at Earlswood Training Facility

MAWWFRS Experience Days provide an opportunity for anyone interested in becoming a firefighter to gain an understanding of the role of a modern-day firefighter, the various aspects of the recruitment process, the importance of fitness as well as being able to try on the firefighting kit and use equipment.  This subsequently enables those individuals to make an informed decision before beginning the application process.

During the Earlswood Experience Day, attendees got to wear full firefighting kit before completing strength and endurance tests, took part in a simulated incident while blindfolded to experience realistic conditions, before having a tour of a fire engine and a question-and-answer session.  Throughout the day, MAWWFRS training experts were on-hand to explain and oversee all exercises, as well as being able to answer questions and provide as much guidance as possible to prospective firefighters.

One of the Earlswood Experience Day attendees was Ethan, a 23-year-old self-employed delivery driver from Gorseinon.  Over the last year, Ethan has developed his interest in boxing through regular training and wants to use his new capabilities to help people.