The facility was originally developed as part of research conducted by Tyne & Wear Metropolitan Fire Brigade to establish and monitor the changing internal environment during deployment of PPV.
Chiltern Fire has worked closely with Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service to further develop the facility as a training centre that meets the Brigade’s PPV training requirements. DO Bryan Dugdale, who co-ordinated Bucks’ PPV implementation, commented: "The facilities offered by Chiltern Fire offered us a unique opportunity to develop and refine our PPV operational procedures in a situation where they are most likely to be needed".
2 storey, 3 "bedroom" residential house
2 accessible entry points
2 live fire rooms allow for hot and cold smoke training
Supporting facilities
Independent fire fighting water supply
Teaching/training room including visual display equipment
Shower and changing facilities
Fire ground for ample appliance parking or conducting outdoor exercises and drills
BA room
Support services
Technical support - Chiltern Fire’s engineers are able to provide support on all levels to integrate with your training needs.
Monitoring - All internal training environments are monitored for gas temperature and gas concentrations, real time graphical displays can be provided for debriefing sessions.
Safety - Method statements and risk assessments are developed in conjunction with training officers and Union officials.
Time - To maximise the time available for training, facilities are set-up before you arrive.
Flexible - Chiltern Fire’s flexible training environment can be tailored to suit your exact needs.
Location
Chiltern Fire’s site near High Wycombe 10 minutes from Junction 4 of the M40. Accommodation can be arranged. We have a preferential rate with a local conference centre.