The amount of engagement, time and diligence shown by our partners from HNW architects has helped shape the training offer for our current staff and future generations of fire fighters.
Jim Mackay, Training Transition Manager for Horsham Training Centre & Fire Station
They have created world class facilities for us to train in, which will change the way our trainers can deliver safety critical training, making our staff the very best they can be and allow West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service to fully establish itself as a training academy.
Jim Mackay, Training Transition Manager for Horsham Training Centre & Fire Station
This new training centre and fire station represents a significant investment from West Sussex County Council in our fire and rescue service to ensure we provide our staff with industry-leading facilities to ensure they are equipped to respond to emergency situations swiftly and safely.
Paul Marshall, Leader of West Sussex County Council
I am proud to say that sustainability is at the heart of the project, and we have placed a strong emphasis on the use of the latest technology and renewable energy sources to minimise our environmental footprint. The whole site will be carbon neutral, which supports the county council’s drive to become carbon neutral by 2030.
Paul Marshall, Leader of West Sussex County Council
I am really proud that West Sussex County Council has delivered this industry-leading training facility and fire station for our service. The new facility utilises the very best in latest technology, both for our firefighters who will be based in our new fire station, and all our staff who will benefit from our new training centre.
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, Chief Fire Officer
This will allow us to deliver true-to-life training environments to ensure our staff are fully prepared for emergency situations when they arise – keeping the people living in our communities in West Sussex safe from harm.
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, Chief Fire Officer
The fire and rescue sector is always evolving and adopting best new practice. This new training centre and fire station represents a significant step forward and puts West Sussex at the very forefront.
Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, Chief Fire Officer