Top firefighter job hunting tips; How to protect your radio

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Dear Member,

In this month's eNews, we asked seasoned veteran firefighters for the best advice they got while hunting that first job and also give some guidance on what to do with all that cash you'll start raking in when you go from flipping burgers to being a firefighter.

And lastly, read up on our safety tip regarding radios, which can be your lifeline in an emergency.

� The FR1 Team


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		Protecting the radio The portable radio is our lifeline. No matter where the radio is carried, it needs to be protected. Using bunker gear to shield it from heat and water is one way to keep it out of harm's way. How to keep it safe
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