Ladder Training is one of the main core competence requirements for all Firefighters and is therefore practiced continuously. It is important that all Firefighters are completely familiarised with the operation of all ladders used by the Brigade. Including the use of ladders in confined spaces, and for the carrying out of rescues.
Currently the City Fire Brigade carry ladders on all the fire and rescue appliances. Two Water Ladder appliances carry each a 13.5 metre (AS) three extension ladder and a short (Bayley) three extension ladder. Similarly Two Water Ladder appliances carry each a 10.5 metre (AS) two extension ladder and a short (Bayley) three extension ladder.