The training we get is a continuous process, focusing on technical competence and safe handling techniques, and it's given me the confidence to deal with extreme situations without panicking.

训练是一个持续的过程，重点是技术能力和安全操作技巧，这让我有信心应对极端情况而不惊慌失措。

I was glad I'd done a first aid course before I started, as that's a big help with the casualty care activities we do.

我很高兴自己在入职前参加了急救课程，因为这对我们开展伤员救护活动大有帮助。

We've done a lot on how to deal with ropes and tie knots – that's an essential skill.

我们还学习了很多如何处理绳索和打绳结--这是一项基本技能。

After a year, I did a one-week residential course, led by specialists.

一年后，我在专家的带领下参加了为期一周的住宿课程。

They had a wave-tank where they could create extreme weather conditions – so we could get experience at what to do if the boat turned over in a storm at night, for example.

他们有一个造波水池，可以创造极端的天气状况，所以我们可以获得经验，例如如果船在夜间翻覆，在暴风雨中做什么。

Since I started, I've had to deal with a range of emergency situations.

自从我开始工作以来，我不得不处理各种紧急情况。

But the work's hugely motivating.

但这项工作给了我极大的动力。

It's not just about saving lives – I've learned a lot about the technology involved.

这不仅仅是关于拯救生命——我已经学到了很多关于相关技术的知识。

My background in IT's been useful here, and I can use my expertise to help other volunteers.

我的 IT 背景在这里很有用，我可以利用我的专业知识来帮助其他志愿者。

They're a great group – we're like a family really, which helps when you're dragging yourself out of bed on a cold stormy night.

他们是一个很棒的团队--我们就像一个大家庭，当你在寒冷的暴风雨之夜从床上爬起来时，这对你很有帮助。

But actually, it's the colder months that can be the most rewarding time.

但实际上，寒冷的月份才是最有意义的时候。

That's when the incidents tend to be more serious, and you realise that you can make a huge difference to the outcome.

这时候的事故往往更加严重，你会意识到你可以对结果产生巨大的影响。

So if any of you listeners are interested. . . .

所以，如果各位听众有兴趣. . . .