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Singapore-Global Firefighters and Paramedics Challenge (SGFPC)
At the SGFPC, witness emergency responders and community partners compete in adrenaline pumping scenario-based challenges in the Global, Singapore and Public categories.
The Theme
The theme for SGFPC 2019 is 'A Nation of Lifesavers: Transforming as One' which focuses on strengthening local and international partnerships amongst the fraternity of emergency responders and Singapore's community to be ever-ready for future operational needs. It will highlight the community's interoperability and tenacity for self-improvement.
The Participants
The list of international teams that took part in SGFPC 2019 are shown in the table below:
| S/No | Department |
|---|---|
| 1 | Brunei Fire and Rescue Department |
| 2 | Bureau of Fire Protection, Philippines |
| 3 | Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, Thailand |
| 4 | Department of Fire and Emergency Services, Western Australia |
| 5 | Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (DRRMO), Pasig City |
| 6 | Fire Services and Civil Defence Directorate, Bangladesh |
| 7 | Hong Kong Fire Services Department |
| 8 | Jakarta Fire and Rescue Department |
| 9 | Macau Fire Services Bureau |
| 10 | Malaysia Civil Defence Force (MCDF) |
| 11 | Malaysia Fire and Rescue Department, Bomba |
| 12 | Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) |
| 13 | Vietnam Fire and Rescue Police Department |
The Challenges
Global Challenges
Braveheart (Individual)
The Braveheart is SGFPC’s flagship individual challenge. This high tempo and adrenaline-pumped race comprises an 8-stage challenge to test an individual’s strength, agility, skills and most importantly, mental endurance.
Instructional Video
2019 Animation Video:
Rip-It-Off (Team)
Based on a road traffic accident scenario, contestants will be judged based on their on-site assessment, command & control, vehicle stabilisation, extrication techniques and medical intervention proficiency. The team that completes the challenge with the fastest timing without breaching any safety rules will emerge victorious.
Instructional Video
2019 Animation Video:
Braveheart (Team)
The challenge bears resemblance to the Braveheart (Individual) Challenge with medical components included. The 12-men team formed by members from all participating organisations will be required to complete the various tasks in the fastest timing while ensuring the safety of all team members and the casualty. Teamwork and coordination is essential in this challenge.
Instructional Video
2019 Animation Video:
Public Challenges
School Challenge
In this challenge involving a gas explosion and fire in a school canteen, student participants will have to execute tasks including extinguishing the fire, performing CPR, and extricating a casualty with lower limb injuries. The difficulty for the scenario is compounded as it requires the participants to manoeuvre through obstacles and confined spaces.
2019 Animation Video:
Community Challenge
For this scenario which involves a kitchen fire, Community First Responders will be activated via SCDF’s myResponder App. To complete the mission, participants have to execute several tasks including extinguishing the fire, performing basic first aid and CPR, as well as extricating the casualty to a safe area.
2019 Animation Video:
Company Emergency Response Team (CERT) Challenge
For the CERT Challenge, participants will be activated to respond to a flash fire scenario involving a partial structural collapse within an office. The CERT participants will be required to don their Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), lay hoses, extinguish the fire and perform a snatch rescue of the casualty in a confined space environment.
2019 Animation Video:
Private Ambulance Operator (PAO) Challenge
This challenge involves a medical response to a subject who suffered traumatic injuries and profuse bleeding. The participants will be tested on their proficiency in areas such as casualty management, administration of intravenous fluid and immobilisation of lower limb fractures.
2019 Animation Video:
Singapore Challenges
Fire-Medical Challenge
This challenge depicts a unit fire and showcases the ability of SCDF’s dual-trained responders in dealing with both fire and medical incidents. Responders will show their efficiency in handling a simulated kitchen fire with the use of Compressed Air Foam (CAF) backpack extinguishers. Upon extinguishing the fire, the fire crew will work together with the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team in a display of High-Performance CPR, showcasing the teamwork between the fire and medical aspects of SCDF.
2019 Animation Video:
Confined Space Challenge
Rescuers race against time to rescue casualties trapped within a collapsed structure scenario. In this challenge, SCDF’s Operationally Ready NSmen (ORNSmen) will display their skill in the use of cutting and lifting equipment. They will also demonstrate high levels of teamwork and coordination in the removal of casualties from a confined space and lowering the extricated casualties from the top of the Mobile Height Tower.
2019 Animation Video:
HazMat Challenge
This challenge simulates a response to a Hazardous Materials (HazMat) incident within a chemical plant. SCDF’s HazMat Specialists will demonstrate their speed in donning their protective gear before showcasing their skill in mitigating chemical leaks. Responders will also display their ability to extricate casualties from a confined space despite being hindered by their bulky equipment.