Successful respiratory protection tests: fire brigade Oberwart shines in bronze and silver!

Successful respiratory protection tests: fire brigade Oberwart shines in bronze and silver!

On April 5, 2025, two successful respiratory protection tests (ALP) took place in the Oberwart, Burgenland, Burgenland. The event was organized by the district fire brigade command Oberwart and impressively showed the qualification and commitment of the participants. In the morning, 11 respiratory protection teams took part in the exam of the section I in Neustift on Lafnitz, including a squad from Styria. In the afternoon in Loipersdorf-Kitzladen, 7 more squads competed successfully to check the section IV.

All participating squads completed the exams with the desired badge in bronze or silver. The examiners and guests of honor were satisfied with the performance of the firefighters. The examination stations included various critical aspects of respiratory protection training, such as device science, disassembling and assembling the mask, answering specialist questions, changing breathing air bottles and practical use under respiratory protection.

commitment and preparation of the participants

The participants of the exams not only showed great commitment, but also an impressive preparation. This made it clear the importance of knowledge and safe work in respiratory protection. Such events are crucial to ensure the operational readiness of the fire brigades and to increase the security standards in operations.

respiratory protection training under realistic conditions

The goal of the training is the realistic representation of industrial and apartment fires. The equipment with thermal imaging cameras, fog machines and fire simulators enables comprehensive training. Participants in the respiratory protection training have to meet some prerequisites, including bringing your emergency vehicle, breathing apparatus and a sufficient amount of reserve bottles.

The booking for respiratory protection training takes place using a form, the confirmation is usually carried out by the next working day. For up to 8 participants, the fee for training is 249 euros (net). Showers are also available to the participants, which enables relaxation after the intensive exercises. Further information is available by phone at +49 6107 7568660 or by email to info@feuerwehrschulungen.de.

Overall, such exams and training make it clear how important the ongoing training and further education is for the fire brigade in order to be able to act quickly and safely in an emergency. The events in the Oberwart district are an excellent example of the commitment and professionalism of the firefighters in the region.