In the first obstacle competition, over 100 personnel took part and they had to cross 19 obstacles spread over 1.3 kilometers.
A few days ago, fire personnel in Tambaram slithered down a rope and rescued a 40-year-old man who fell into a well. Since the firefighters have to remain physically and mentally fit to make such rescues, the Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Services (TNFRS) have started obstacle competition for its personnel.
The first obstacle competition was conducted in Othivakkam commando training centre. Over 100 personnel took part in the event and they had to cross 19 obstacles spread over 1.3 kilometers.
The cut off time was 12 minutes and the personnel had to walk over ladders, jump falls, swing on ropes to finish obstacles events like over bridge, spider net, skyscraper, high-gate vault, kitten crawl and W Wall. “The event disciplines their mind and body. The firemen…