Emergency services recently took part in Exercise Anvil, a major training exercise designed to test their ability to respond to complex emergencies. The exercise, held at Griffin Park, simulated a serious road traffic collision involving a drink-driver and a parked bus, resulting in multiple casualties.
The scenario required participants to declare and manage a major incident, establish command arrangements, and use M/ETHANE messaging to share critical information. Officers worked with partners to preserve life, manage casualties using the Ten Second Triage approach, and conduct investigative actions.
Organised and led by Sergeant Dave Marsden and the Professional Development Unit, the training brought together Civil Nuclear Constabulary officers, Cumbria Constabulary’s Nuclear Estates Team, Sellafield Ltd’s Fire & Rescue Service, and the North West Ambulance Service.