UFBA North Island Firefighter Challenge

Firefighters from around the North Island will compete as individuals and in teams against each other in the annual United Fire Brigades’ Association North Island Firefighter Challenge, working their way towards the National Firefighter Challenge in May.

Competitors have trained all year, some are highly experienced and we have some fresh faces ready to take on the personal challenge of conquering the track and their own physical and mental strength.

Competitors race against each other and the clock wearing full PPE and BA. They start by climbing a six-story tower carrying a 19kg flaked hose, then hoist a 20kg hose coil up 6 stories, before using a 4kg shot hammer to drive a beam 1.5 meters. Competitors then burst through saloon doors to hit a target with a charged hose, before finally dragging an 81kg mannequin 30.5m to the finish line.

The simulation is a great test of skill and fitness that demonstrates the physical demands of real life firefighting to the public.

A great event for all ages and especially those interested in seeing firefighters showcasing their endurance and skills!