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Firefighter paralysed after huge rock hits head in 'catastrophic' training exercise
StokeOnTrentLive reports.READ MORE: Pub landlords kicked drunk bloke out then brutally attacked him with karaoke microphoneIn a victim impact statement at North Staffordshire Justice Centre, Mr Hogan said he feared becoming a 'burden' as a result of the incident, which has left him needing a wheelchair to get around."My wife discovered she was pregnant with our fourth child and she was having to care for me," he said. "Not being able to look after your own baby puts a strain on your mental wellbeing."I won’t be able to walk my daughter down the aisle and visiting friends and family is no longer simple. I fear for my health and hate to think I will be a burden."An investigation by Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service found Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service had 'fallen below standards of health and safety'.The force pleaded guilty to failing to discharge general health, safety and welfare duty to employees and has been fined £10,000.
