Joint exercise: THW and police train on the A7 near Hildesheim!

Joint exercise: THW and police train on the A7 near Hildesheim!

Bundesautobahn 7, Hildesheim, Deutschland - Recently there was an important exercise on the north lane of the federal highway 7 in the area of Hildesheim. The local association Hildesheim of the Technical Relief Agency (THW) performed together with the motorway police to practice for future missions on motorways. The exercise was necessary because the road was temporarily blocked due to renewal work. Around 20 volunteers from the THW actively helped to train the right procedure in these demanding situations. tixio.de reports that…

The focus of the training session was on the establishment of traffic safety and barriers as well as the challenges that can occur when operations on motorways and expressways. The emergency services were intensively prepared for how to work safely and efficiently, especially under the special conditions at motorway operations. It was also emphasized how important constant training and further training as well as the exchange of information for successful cooperation between the operational organizations is. hildesheimer-presse.de explains that ...

security as the top priority

A central concern of the exercise was the awareness of the dangers lurking in road traffic. To ensure this, there were clear indications of the road users: they should pay attention to navigation displays and radio warning surveys, adapt their speed and, if necessary, activate the warning indicator system. The large distance from the vehicle in front and the timely rooms of blocked lanes were also emphasized. These measures contribute to improving the safety of everyone involved and minimizing potential risks.

In addition, a rescue alley between the two left lanes was recommended if the traffic should be stalled. In the THW training, care is taken to ensure that ...

competent emergency services through training

The THW attaches great importance to the training of its members to ensure that they can act competently in all situations. From the age of 16 you can become part of the THW and complete basic training that imparts important skills for an emergency. Afterwards, the helpers have numerous in -depth training opportunities to respond individually to interests and processing formulations.

The exercise on the A7 impressively illustrated the performance and the preparation of the volunteers. Because only through constant learning and practicing can you act quickly and effectively in an emergency. The THW helpers have a good knack for their demanding task, and the cooperation with the police shows the important role that these organizations play in population protection.