Pump Drill (1952)

Pump drill.
Wembley, London.
M/S firemen poised and ready for drill, they run and pick up hoses at word go. M/S as a fireman runs up to camera and sets up hydrant. M/S's as another fixes three hoses to supply. M/S showing linkage method. C/U hosepipe being fitted to supply and bulging as water flows through. M/S firemen running out hoses and waiting for water. C/U fireman kneeling with hose and waiting. M/S firemen squirting hose straight at camera. Various shots of the firemen in action. M/S as men finish hosing and lay pipes down. C/U as they disconnect hoses from supply. M/S as they turn off water and take hydrant away. Various shots as they pack up the equipment as quickly as possible and run to their places. M/S as the inspector comments on their performance.
FILM ID:1387.26
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Sadly, this wouldn't happen today, well, not without a whole load of restrictions following an in-depth risk assessment!!!