In August 2021, SkillsTrain partnered with FLAIM Systems and W. S. Darley & Co. to present its first international webinar on fire training technology. Participants from around the world joined to see how virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence (AI) are changing the way firefighters learn.

Who spoke?

Linda Botha, Managing Director of SkillsTrain, opened the session with her experience serving niche markets in fire, rescue and health and safety. Dr James Mullins, founder and Chief Technology Officer of FLAIM Systems, gave the main presentation and shared deep industry expertise. Speakers from Darley, including Kevin Sofen and Marius Koekemoer, added technical and market perspective.

What did it cover?

The webinar explored how firefighting training is evolving through VR: realistic emergency scenarios that engage the trainee's senses, with a live nozzle and heat feedback, so learning sticks. It showed why immersive practice builds confidence and skill faster than watching alone.

Can you still watch it?

Yes, the presentation remains available on YouTube for anyone who missed the live session. To arrange a demonstration or talk through the online courses SkillsTrain supplies, get in touch with our team.