How the Royal Navy trains sailors to stop a ship from sinking
In short: At HMS Excellent in Portsmouth, recruits face a high-pressure simulation designed to teach them how to repair a damaged vessel. This video explores the Hazard Damage Repair Instructional Unit, where sailors learn to plug leaks under extreme conditions before heading to sea.
The Hazard Damage Repair Instructional Unit (DRIU) provides a practical environment for sailors to master emergency repairs. Rather than relying solely on theory, recruits must physically hammer softwood wedges into splits in decks and bulkheads while being sprayed with high-pressure, cold water.
Every Royal Navy recruit destined for sea duty undergoes this training. While the experience is intense, it follows months of preparation and teamwork exercises, ensuring that sailors are ready to handle the chaotic reality of damage control.
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