Fire Careers
Find all things related to a career in the fire service on FireRescue1’s fire career topic page, including training requirements, promotion tips, leadership content and more.
As veteran crews retire, the next wave is looking for mentorship, so stop blaming and start training
Areas of focus included reproductive health, hydration, fitness and optimal performance
Bassi, who serves as CEO for the Center for Public Safety Excellence, shares the power of department accreditation and personal credentials, plus ‘AI for newbies’
Getting a junior firefighter program off the ground requires policies, advisors and serious commitment – but it’s all worth it
The 1–10 rating system sounds objective, but it’s vulnerable to personal bias and apathetic evaluators, while lacking any actionable path for growth
The chief gave Zam the boot to go back to school two years ago – and he did
Build strong relationships before an emergency arises
You’ve got the requisite emergency response training, but do you have the knowledge to survive a lawsuit?
From age requirements to interview prep, we’re answering the top questions we hear about how to become a firefighter
While completing fire academy training is a rigorous challenge that’s not for everyone, it’s a necessity if you want to enter the rewarding field of firefighting
In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham encourages first responders to consider the impact of their time in the fire service
How fire service leaders can create clarity, avoid chaos and prepare for what’s next
Detailing the expectations of the job and the three steps to becoming a volunteer firefighter