Recruit, Rookie and Probationary Firefighters
The O’Haras met D.C. firefighters who found their son’s body and the rookie firefighter and Marine who stood guard over him
An essential guide to help new firefighters navigate the early days of the job with confidence
A positive experience with a firefighter is sometimes all it takes to motivate someone to consider a new vocation
Identifying a handful of key traits can be a game-changer in fostering a healthy organizational culture
Daniel Lamothe became “medically distressed” and was treated immediately, according to Santa Cruz County
Probies should be able to demonstrate proficiency with stretching a hoseline, VEIS, masking up, and key policies and procedures
Kevin Mains Jr. was sentenced to one to four years in prison
It’s vital to create training exercises that build positive memory patterns in the brain
We’re looking for fit, mentally tough individuals who can manage their time and demonstrate a commitment to serve
Eric Shane Howell is said to have violated five Memphis department policies, including harassment
Joplin crewmembers’ pay increase is almost on par with the city’s September increase for police officers
After last year’s number increased sharply from 2020, the mayor increased the budget by 50% for new recruits
In the last 10 years, the Lexington Fire Department has more than doubled the number of women on staff to 27
Buy-in at all levels of the department is important BEFORE starting one of these programs
Several members left during COVID, and many remaining members feel beaten down or unsure how to establish a “family feeling” with the rookies
“It’s not only a burn building, but it also has a lot of props on it so we can train,” said Harlingen Fire Chief Rafael Balderas
State Sen. Carolyn Comitta said the legislation should help with recruiting and staffing
The graduates will be taught to recognize symptoms of behavioral health issues and how to counsel someone in crisis
A recent poll of FireRescue1 readers found a majority strongly favored one side of the issue
The Long Beach Fire Department said the class was going through live fire training and the blast happened in the structure’s basement as operations began
“Starting over again gives you the opportunity to see things in a new light”
The new positions will help fill staffing gaps on Frederick County engine and ladder truck crews
Luke Cournoyer had been involved in a misconduct case with the police department, but Springfield’s city solicitor said he met all the employment criteria
Judgment is sometimes a matter of life or death, but it is also a matter of professional credibility
The week starts with motivation, weaves through myriad activities, and concludes with a restorative weekend – and possibly some duty officer work
A nonprofit group of Hispanic firefighters connects with the community and mentors potential firefighters
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FDNY said 41% of its 2021 probationary class identified as people of color, but it can take up to six years for an applicant to be called
Leaders should encourage members to merge, even pass on occasion, as they accelerate on the highway to success
Melanie Figueroa, who is one year over the maximum age limit to take the test, could be the Haverhill Fire Department’s first female firefighter
Yes, there are many and they offer varying degrees of quality or realism, but fire service TV shows can help new members – or at least entertain them
Our work to change a N.C. general statute focuses on keeping junior members interested and building our volunteer base
Eric Wisher, president of Troy Uniform Firefighters Association Local 86, suggests the city lower the requirement to an EMT certification
A cautionary tale for fire service personnel who are just starting in their careers
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