A few months ago, old Metro carriage 4019 was donated to the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS).

The decommissioned carriage was donated to help them create real-life examples for training to help them manage scenarios better.

It also allows them to practice their breathing apparatus training, as the first exercise saw them fill the carriage with cosmetic smoke as they practised rescuing a driver from a collision scenario.

The carriage replaced the London Underground train that they were previously using.

“It’s fantastic to see a decommissioned Metro train being put to such important use by the Tyne and Wear and Rescue Service at their revamped training facility in Washington. 

“The old carriage, which has served our customers for 45 years, is now playing a vital role supporting firefighter training across a range of different scenarios that they must prepare for. 

“I’ve no doubt it’ll prove useful, allowing their fire crews to hone essential lifesaving skills which are required of them in the event of a real-life emergency.”

Michael Richardson, Head of Fleet and Depot Replacement at Nexus