All the pictures on this page formed part of the World Fire Fighter Games 2008
Silver medallist with the Gold medallist behind
These dogs were seen at the end of Day 2 of a 3-day event
Having just carried a 'body' along the course, this French fire fighter had to scale the wall.
He prepares for his next challenge
With B.A. set on his back he sets off on his run
First he must erect the ladder
Then it's a climb to the top with 15kg in each hand
Having reached the top, he must then hoist up 2 lengths of hose tied together
His team mates offer encouragement
Have completed all tasks, he makes a final sprint to the finishing line