Drill tower at Portchester fire station

A Drill tower is a tower and training facility for fireman. It is usually built within a fire station facility for routine exercises^{[citation needed]}.

Structure

A drill tower is a multi-level structure simulating high-rise buildings. Heights vary by location. Usually, its height is higher than the ladders a fire engine can reach.^{[citation needed]} Levels are accessible from a stairway inside the tower, similar to buildings in urban areas.^{[citation needed]} Drill towers usually contain windows for practising fire fighting and other rescue exercises.^{[citation needed]}

Use

Towers can help fireman deal with real-life situations, including running upstairs with heavy equipment, using rope and safety nets, and operating a fire engine in a confined space.

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