Letter to chief officer

41 Mount Vernon Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S70 4DJ

Chief Officer
South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue
Headquarters
197 Eyre Street
Sheffield
S1 3FG

Dear Chief Officer Mark Smitherman
My name is Katie Girdlestone and I’m writing on behalf of Barnsley College. I am a media student and for our project we have hope to document fire fighters.
I was wondering if it would be possible in the next few weeks or so to come and have a look round Barnsley fire station and possibly interview some of the fire-fighters. We understand that a fire fighters job is very ‘spur of the moment’ and immediate action must be taken. I assure you that little time would be spent questioning those on shift.
We do not wish to be a burden and understand any restrictions that would be put in place. It would help us get a deeper understanding towards the risks you take every day. If you wish you may observe our actions and scan through our idea/ plans for your facility.
If you could let me know as soon as possible your thoughts on the matter it would be very helpful. You can contact me on 01226 246616 or 07854754128.

Yours sincerely


Miss Katie Girdlestone