Why Did Ulsan Firefighters Travel to Thailand? ... Participating in Real Firefighting Training

Ulsan Fire Headquarters Conducts Compartment Fire Training

Special Disaster Training Center Pre-Instructor Development

All 12 Participants Achieve Level 1 and 2 Certifications

Why did veteran firefighters from Ulsan travel all the way to Thailand?

The Ulsan Fire Headquarters (Chief Lee Jae-soon) announced on the 5th that from June 18 to 27, they conducted Compartment Fire Behaviour Training at the D.D. Safety training center in Bangkok, Thailand.

Compartment Fire Behaviour Training is a practical training method where combustible materials such as wood are actually burned to create temperatures above 600℃ inside a compartment room. Trainees observe fire characteristics at different growth stages, as well as abnormal phenomena like flashover and backdraft, to learn fire suppression techniques.

This training in Thailand was part of a course to train preliminary instructors for the Special Disaster Training Center. All 12 firefighters obtained Level 1 and 2 certifications in Compartment Fire Behaviour Training before returning.

A representative from the Ulsan Fire Headquarters stated, “We are planning various overseas training programs, including petrochemical plant fire suppression courses, to train instructors for the Special Disaster Training Center. We will also secure budgets to enable more firefighters to participate in live fire training in the future.”

The training facility in Thailand replicates the standards of the Swedish facility where Compartment Fire Behaviour Training originated, allowing live fire training at all levels. It is a popular destination for firefighters from Asian countries seeking training.

Ulsan is also constructing a Special Disaster Training Center, aiming for completion by the end of 2024.

Facilities such as compartment fire training, petrochemical plant, tanker lorry, and outdoor storage tank training grounds are planned, so Ulsan will soon have world-class training facilities.

Ulsan Fire Department

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