On the 20th of August 2022 we (Kestrel Patrol) went to the Wynberg Fire Station. We went from 11:30 to 12:30. We went there to get a tour of the Fire Station and to learn what the firemen and women do when they work. Unfortunately some of the vehicles were in repair so we couldn’t see them.
The fireman showed us the inside of a fire truck and explained the roles of the firemen. We saw the different hoses that they use for putting out fires. He told us that they work 24 – hour shifts. We then went to the place where they keep all their clothes and they showed us the watchroom. He then led us to the upstairs where there is a kitchen and dining room with a TV. Upstairs, there are also rooms where the firemen can sleep. There are 2 beds in one room. He showed us the firemen’s pole. Downstairs, he showed us the different equipment that they wear. The fireman then gave us the opportunity to hold the hose at different settings. We were lucky to see a pink vintage fire engine! It is not used anymore but they do take it for drives sometimes.
I found the outing fascinating. I enjoyed learning about what the firemen do, about their jobs and what it is like for them. It was cool to look at what they wear, where they stay during their shift and their different roles. It was an interesting experience to do my first outing with my patrol as a new scout.
