#276 How we determine the fitness levels required of Firefighters with Tom Ashworth

Send us a textHow are firefighter fitness standards developed in the UK ?What is the data behind them ?How do they compare to other parts of the world ?& What are some of the testing methods we have used and still use for firefighter fitness testing and selection ?My guest today Tom Ashworth is Retired Watch manager from Lancashire Fire and Rescue in 2018. He spent 2 years as fitness advisor for greater manchester FRS and is now Managing Director of Fire and Fitness Ltd & Trainer at s...

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The Firefighters Podcast is a global podcast seeking to develop, inspire, connect, motivate, represent & celebrate the world of our emergency services operators through a series of wide-ranging conversations celebrating those within our emergency services family and encouraging the support of this incredible group of people.Operational UK firefighter Pete Wakefield speaks with individuals from all walks of life who share a connection with, can add value to, or can develop those who choose this life path.Our driving purpose is to create a legacy resource for the current and future generations of firefighters & first responders