How to call out the team in an emergency?

Dial 999 ask for Police, then when in contact with police ask for Mountain Rescue.

 

What area do you cover?

The team's main operational area is the western part of the Brecon Beacons National Nark and the Western South Wales valleys, along with all the remote and rough terrain of West Wales. Also the team supports its neighboring MR Teams throughout all of South Wales.

 

What does it cost to run the team?

It costs between £10,000 and £15,000 annually for the team to remain operational. This figure does not include specialised items of equipment, or capital items such as replacement vehicles etc.

 

How many times do you get called upon?

In 2009 the team attended a total of 25 call outs although it received many more calls for advice.

 

What type of incidents do you get called for?

The team get called for a variety of incidents, ranging from searching for lost and injured persons in the mountains, to vulnerable people missing in semi urban and on rough ground. Also technical rescues on cliffs and steep ground.

 

Do team members receive payment or expenses?

Team members receive no payments and they pay fro their own equipment, and training.

 

Who can join the team?

The team accepts anyone from all walks of life to either rescue or support roles as long as you are over the age of 18.

 

How much of my time will I need to give if I join?

For a rescue role, attendance at the team training programme, depending on personal circumstances. For a support role then as much time as you can give.

 

How fit do I need to be if I join?

For a rescue role, the minimum fitness, is being able to walk in the mountains of South Wales with a packed rucksack for at least 4 hours as a minimum. For a support role there is no fitness criteria.

 

What does it cost to join the team?

Team members must provide their own equipment and pay donation of £10 for the training weekends (this includes all food etc) and when a pager is issued a monthly donation of £5.00.

 

What equipment will I need to be able to join?

For a rescue role you will need as a minimum hill walking equipment that includes

boots and waterproofs. For a support role no equipment is necessary.