
25 Tips for Probationary Firefighters - Firehouse
Sep 22, 2012 · 25 Tips for Probationary Firefighters BY FRANK VISCUSO AND MICHAEL TERPAK So, you have just been sworn in as a firefighter. Congratulations on your achievement. You may or may …
Firefighters Forum - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion
Sep 11, 2001 · General firefighting discussionAn area to post requests for assistance from fire departments or firefighters in need. Please limit posts to stations needing equipment, or fund-raising …
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is fire fighting really all that great or is it overrated career?
May 2, 2023 · Firefighting can be a rewarding career for many, offering a sense of purpose, camaraderie, and the chance to make a real difference in people's lives. However, it also comes with …
US Fire Service Rank System - Firehouse
Mar 4, 2005 · Lead or Senior Firefighter (not common in my experience) Firefighter Probie Just to confuse you here is the system used by the US Forest Service and approximate equivelent ranks …
DoD Fire Certs... Where and how to get them - Firehouse
Dec 30, 2008 · DOD Certs Well if your certs are IFSAC certs than you can convert them to DOD certs when you get hired. If you want a DOD certs than you need get enrolled into the DOD cert program. …
FireFighter Lingo - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion
Jan 26, 2004 · "The education of a firefighter and the continued education of a firefighter is what makes "real" firefighters. Continuous skill development is the core of progressive firefighting. We learn by …
Helmet color vs rank - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion
Jun 1, 2002 · Firefighter: black with black shield. Lieutenants and Captains: black with a white shield. Deputy Cief and Chief: white with gold shield. "The education of a firefighter and the continued …
Pay for 24/48 Shift. - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion
Dec 3, 2010 · Not really sure how to answer your question, but I do know a lot of local depts pay equivalent to $40k - $50k starting, plus overtime, plus paramedic pay, plus everything else like …
Why do you want to be a firefighter? - Firehouse
Nov 11, 2019 · The panel is trying to determine what your motivation is for wanting to become a firefighter. Do you believe firefighters have a lot of free time and make good money? If this is your …