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Safety
is a team effort.

A campaign for the pillars of our society.
Keeping Germany safe

Our story

Day in and day out, 1.7 million police officers, firefighters, THW volunteers, paramedics and Federal Criminal Police officers are hard at work protecting the safety and security of Germany’s 83 million people. They go to their limits, especially during a pandemic when they must work in face masks and maintain physical distance to others. Often they must sacrifice their private lives. Time and again, emergency personnel face human suffering, especially during emergency rescues. But giving up is not an option. Here we will show you the people behind the masks and uniforms. You can learn more about their motivation and their everyday working life before and since the outbreak of COVID-19. Or take a look at “Einsatz für die Sicherheit” (Working for Safety), a magazine for classroom use that was developed in cooperation with the publishing company Zeitbild Verlag: sicherheit.bund.de/de/presse

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The film

This film gives you an insight into the life of real people serving in the police, fire brigades, Federal Agency for Technical Relief and as paramedics. Take a look at the people wearing the uniform and find out what motivates them to do their job day in, day out – for the safety of 83 million people.

The rational and the emotional side

Facts & stories

Some description for screen readers #CORONA

The individual behind the mask.

The coronavirus pandemic is affecting the day-to-day work of the police and the other emergency services. Find out more here what impact the protective measures, such as wearing masks and adhering to social distancing rules, are having on the life of emergency personnel.

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The picture is divided into two. On the left, we see a firefighter’s helmet showing signs of wear and tear. On the right, we see half of Sabrina’s face. She’s slightly sooty. Sabrina looks into the camera with a serious expression on her face. She’s illuminated from the right by a red light. #FireBrigade Sabrina, 23, Firefighter

Saving lives. For me, it’s the best job in the world.

What makes someone confront a fire and put their own life at risk to save others?

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The picture is divided into two. On the left, we see a police security vest. On the right, we see half of Laura’s face. She smiles slightly, but is serious and thoughtful. #FederalPolice Laura, 30, Federal Police officer

Why do I get up every morning? So that you can sleep better at night.

Who puts themselves in situations that make other people turn and run?

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The picture is divided into two. On the left, we see a stethoscope. On the right, we see half of Manuel’s face. He smiles into the camera with a pleasant expression on his face. #Paramedic Manuel, 39, Paramedic

As a paramedic, my life revolves around your life.

Who saves people’s lives and confronts death without losing heart?

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The picture is divided into two. On the left, we see a hand-held circular saw like those used in Federal Agency for Technical Relief operations. Sparks fly from the disc blade. On the right, we see Fabienne looking directly into the camera. She has a slight smile on her face. #THW Fabienne, 21, THW volunteer

I’m always ready to go, because disasters don’t keep office hours.

Who’s prepared to face any kind of disaster at any time?

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The picture is divided into two. On the left, we see a hard drive without its casing – the inner workings are visible. On the right, we see Michael. He looks into the camera with a serious expression, his chin raised. #BKA Michael, 36, Federal Criminal Police officer

I fight crime around the world. So that you’re safe at home.

Why does someone devote their life to fighting injustice and crime?

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