CFA team takes second at NSW rescue challenge
Werribee Fire Brigade’s road crash rescue team has taken second place at this year’s NSW State Road Crash Rescue Challenge.
Competing against 16 rescue teams, Werribee placed first in the Entrapped Rescue, Trauma and CPR challenges, and second in Controlled Rescue to secure second place overall.
The team also won Best Team Leader and Best Technical Team.
Held from 1-3 May at Dubbo Showground, the annual NSW State Road Crash Rescue Challenge tests participants’ teamwork, efficiency and technique across eight scenarios.
The event includes a day of workshops to provide attendees with practical knowledge and learning opportunities.
It attracted emergency service teams from NSW and Victoria, including NSW SES, VRA Rescue NSW, Fire and Rescue NSW, and VICSES. Werribee was one of only two Victorian teams competing this year and has now participated in the event six times.
Werribee firefighter and team leader Daniel May said the event is about more than competition.
“Everyone at the challenge has the same goal - to keep our communities safe,” Daniel said.
“The scenarios give crews the opportunity to practise their skills and prepare for real-world situations.
“It also strengthens teamwork, builds connections with others in similar roles, and provides opportunities to learn from each other.”
Daniel said attending the event benefits not only the team but the broader brigade.
“We return with new knowledge and ideas that we can put into practice,” he said.
“Sharing fresh approaches and the latest thinking helps ensure we maintain the highest standard in rescue capability.”
Photos courtesy NSW State Road Crash Rescue Challenge
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