Gyeongbuk Fire Department, 'Nation's First' Vehicle Operation Training for Female Firefighters

49 Female Firefighters Organized into 4 Teams for Theory and Practical Training

The Gyeongbuk Provincial Fire Equipment Management Center is providing fire truck operation training to 49 female firefighters who have expressed interest in the education.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Dongguk Lee] The Gyeongbuk Provincial Fire Equipment Management Center is conducting fire truck operation training for female firefighters in the province who wish to participate (49 people) until the 14th of this month (4 days during the period), the first of its kind nationwide.

This training was prepared to expand the role of female firefighters and to manage assignments efficiently.

The training is organized into four groups of 12 to 13 people each, focusing on cultivating practical skills for field use through understanding the fire truck system and overall structural principles, operation, and proficiency training using a self-produced training simulator over four days.

The main content includes the theory of fire pump truck operation principles, fire pump suction and water discharge practice using a pump test site, and emergency response methods in case of emergencies.

Lee Young-pal, head of the Gyeongbuk Provincial Fire Headquarters, said, “Perfect response at disaster sites requires regular education and training,” adding, “We will strengthen individual capabilities through systematic programs and training to cultivate firefighters who are strong in the field.”

Fire truck training scene.

The Gyeongbuk Provincial Fire Equipment Management Center provides fire truck repairs, breathing protection equipment maintenance, and various fire truck operation training with the best facilities and personnel nationwide.

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