How emergency services prepare for road accidents - pictures
Consumer Editor Joe Finnerty plays the part of a driver in danger in the exercise.
The response team in full stands ready for the exercise.
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The exercise is as close to the real thing as possible.
The crew need special equipment to get better access.
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The fire crew cut off the car door gain access.
Joe receives medical treatment after he "passes out".
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While team are busy, an assessor is taking notes on their performance.
The heavy cutter is needed to slice through the car.
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The fire crew then pass the injured to a medical team, who write vital medical details on their gloves.
The fire crew peel back the Mondeo's roof.
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The second "casualty" is lifted onto a spinal board.
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