Joe Jandesu was looking the part and ready to fight fires on Friday.
A group of young men who engage with Kurrajong Disability Services have been given a taste of what it’s like to be a firefighter.
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Five young men were hosted by the Deniliquin Fire + Rescue NSW Brigade on Friday.
They were given a tour of the facilities, got hands on with some equipment and were given the chance to wear the uniform.
Brigade Captain Martin Smith was on hand to demonstrate for the young men, showing the boys the jaws of life - one of the highlights for the guests.
“The boys, they really enjoyed it,” Capt Smith said.
“It was fantastic to have them and show them around the station.”
Capt Smith said when it came to the uniforms, the visitors learned just what’s involved in getting ready for a fire.
The uniform includes a pair of overalls, topped by a jacket made from a fire-resistant material, which zips all the way up the neck for protection.
The uniform also includes a hood which looks like a ski mask for further protection of the head and neck, as well as their boots, gloves and helmets.
Firefighters also employ the use of other tools and equipment, including breathing apparatus which is used when going into and trying to fight a structure fire.
And of course, no visit to the fire station is complete without a close up look at a fire truck too.
Captain Martin Smith demonstrating the use of the tool known as 'the jaws of life'.
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