Drill tower

A drill tower is a tower and training facility for firefighters. It is usually built within a fire station facility for routine exercises and training.[1]

Drill tower at Portchester fire station

Structure

A drill tower is a multi-level structure simulating high-rise buildings. Heights vary by location. Usually, its height is higher than fire engine ladders can reach. Levels are accessible from a stairway inside the tower, similar to buildings in urban areas. Drill towers usually contain windows for practicing fire fighting and other rescue exercises.

Use

Towers can help firefighters deal with real-life situations, including running upstairs with heavy equipment, using rope and safety nets, and operating a fire engine in a confined space.

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See also

References
  1. Pickard, Quentin (2005). The architects' handbook. Wiley-Blackwell. p. 9. ISBN 1-4051-3505-0.


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