DVFC Trains to Rescue a Downed Firefighter

During a monthly training exercise on Monday May 12, 2025 members of DVFC completed RIT (Rapid Intervention Team) training to rescue a downed firefighter. In this drill, firefighters were wearing full gear and utilizing air from their SCBA as they would on a structure fire. To simulate a smoke filled environment, SCBA masks were obscured with a film covering effectively eliminating visual cues. Working in 2 person teams, the object of this training was to enter the building and follow a search line to locate the downed firefighter (a dummy was used for this training). The exercise concluded when the teams successfully supplied the downed firefighter with breathing air.   Members of the Darlington Volunteer Fire Company Fire Section train regularly to prepare themselves for situations and hazards they may experience in the performance of their duties. Please see our Join page for more information about becoming a member of the Darlington Volunteer Fire Company.