Recruit, Rookie and Probationary Firefighters
Among 344 graduates, Ian Montesi, whose father died in the North Tower collapse, and Francis Donohue, whose father died of a 9/11-related illness, are following their fathers’ path
The Columbia Township Fire Department now has full-time coverage on every shift and is planning for future expansion with two new parcels of land
It’s important to underscore the danger of the situation while not instilling an unproductive level of fear
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
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
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
Those with an active fire and EMT certification can receive $2,500, and those with a fire-paramedic certification can receive $3,000
The class of 90 includes one woman and recruits who speak a variety of languages
Chesterfield Fire and EMS released findings from its internal investigation, and NIOSH is continuing its inquiry
Rep. Torren Ecker said he sponsored the bill to address staffing shortages at volunteer departments
“This is an absolutely tragic day for the fire service, Andrew’s family, and his wife, Stephanie,” said Greensboro Fire Chief Jim Robinson
Louis Brown allegedly entered a Subway shop wearing a Gary Fire Department shirt, had a verbal altercation and displayed a firearm
“There were insufficient facts to determine if the testing process was violated by the other members of the class,” a D.C. Fire and EMS spokeswoman said
Hours earlier, a probationary D.C. Fire and EMS firefighter rescued a woman from an apartment fire
The city medical examiner found that Vincent Malveaux, 31, died of illness tied to exertion
Fostering a family environment keeps members engaged, but what happens when that “family” becomes a little too exclusive?
The Syracuse Fire Department recruit who helped evacuate residents before crews arrived will graduate from the training academy on May 20
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