Kinmen Fire Department Trains Reserve Conscripts in Disaster Response, Awards Certificates

The Kinmen County Fire Department has initiated its first disaster response training program for reserve conscripts this year. The training focuses on strengthening professional knowledge and response skills for disaster situations. Successful participants will be awarded a "Disaster Response Specialist Certificate" by the Ministry of the Interior, positioning them as key personnel to aid in disaster prevention and response efforts.

County government secretary-general Zhang Ruixin expressed gratitude to the participants for their continued commitment after their service. He encouraged them to further hone their disaster response skills, emphasizing their crucial role in supporting relief efforts during emergencies. Zhang highlighted the increasing frequency of extreme weather events and natural disasters, stressing the need for public participation alongside government preparedness to build a resilient society.

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Thanks to the participating trainees for cooperating with the mobilization and training after their retirement, and for still demonstrating the spirit of 'not forgetting loyalty after retirement, not forgetting responsibility when reserves'.

The fire department explained that the training curriculum is tailored to the conscripts' expertise and service roles during their active duty. It includes comprehensive modules on emergency medical care, disaster prevention, understanding disaster potential, and practical drills. The goal is to refresh their rescue skills and bolster their support capabilities during disaster events. This year, the department plans to train 300 reserve conscripts, with the first session involving 40 participants over two days. Historically, most trainees pass both theoretical and practical assessments, earning their certificates.

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Extreme weather and natural disasters are becoming increasingly frequent, bringing more challenges with various complex disasters.