Fire Recruit
Council petition seeks to cut the time spent in training in half, getting cadets into the academy faster
The California Highway Patrol said Recruit Jacob Fuerte was in an earlier collision before exiting his vehicle and was not in a hit-and-run incident
A fire department recruit was fatally injured while on the scene of a collision on the 101 Freeway
The firefighting career field is very competitive; here’s a quick breakdown of what you should and should not do as you prepare to join the fire service
“What I’ve found is we’re all treated as equals here— it doesn’t matter how young or old you are —you’re a firefighter,” Cheat Lake VFD Firefighter Peggy Paulick said
The idea for a First Responders’ Village was first pitched as a way to help retain young volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel who otherwise might not be able to afford to live in town
One of the graduates, Probationary Firefighter Brian Sullivan, is the son of Lt. Christopher Sullivan of Ladder 111, who was last seen racing up the stairs inside 1 World Trade Center to help those still trapped inside
Decatur Fire & Rescue usually does lateral hires to fill firefighter positions
Plus, 10 tips for new firefighters on how to maximize their SCBA
“I’m still pretty badass at 75, but I wish I had done it sooner,” Mary Jarschke said as she prepares to graduate as a volunteer firefighter
It’s time to start a shopping list
Success in the firefighter interview is about far more than answering the questions
Firefighters from Colonial Park, Paxtonia and Linglestown fire companies can register for 4, 8 or 12-hour shifts, earning $10 per hour
Gresham firefighters reported various hazardous conditions, including sewage leaks and and lack of protective sleeping quarters
Gainesville officials hope the new work schedule will enhance first responders’ work-life balance and boost recruitment
Faced with shrinking volunteer numbers, Pa. fire departments embrace new strategies to bolster ranks
Since 2000, the number of volunteer firefighters in Pennsylvania has dropped from 60,000 to 38,000
Bloomington’s new policy removes the paramedic licensing requirement to help increase the applicant pool
Alexander Griffin died during a run pursuing his dream of becoming a firefighter like his brother
Amber Ellison’s lawsuit claims that William Jucks made inappropriate comments and repeated sexual advances both during and after work hours
The addition of over 60 recruits will bring staffing in Birmingham up to over 700 full-time positions
Oakmont Assistant Borough Manager Phyllis J. Anderson said the addition of new firefighters has led to an order for more equipment
If you’re looking for new recruitment inspiration, view this webinar. You’ll hear from Deputy Chief Billy Goldfeder, U.S. Fire Administrator Dr. Lori Morrie-Merrell and more!
Plan for your next promotion by taking charge of your training, experience and your understanding of the testing process
Start your new member on the right foot by getting to know them better and sharing key insights about the profession
Newark’s mayor and union president give differing views on staffing at the cargo ship fire during the ceremony for the newest firefighters
Frederick County Recruit Firefighter Ian T. Strickler suffered a medical emergency
Elevate the NFPA standard with pooled experiences from instructors to create forward-thinking, modern fireground training
Telling new employees their generation is lazy and entitled will only drive them to meet that expectation, rather than grow into the leaders of our future
