Testing
“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
Goffstown Fire Capt. Steven W. Tower, 54, became ill during the Candidate Physical Ability Test at the New Hampshire Fire Academy on Monday
Have these test-taking basics down pat to give yourself the best chance at a high score and a job offer
Fire departments need candidates with a strong sense of ethics who will not embarrass or harm the department
Members of the department charge that another firefighter passed the test for the battalion chief; a state commission will examine all of his certifications
A data-reporting requirement that used NFPA test results in easy-to-read formats would improve fire department buying decisions
An expert said it discriminated against women and minorities; the city will create a replacement exam for applicants
Fire Chief Daryl Osby said “fewer than 50" employees could be fired or otherwise disciplined for sharing confidential questions on hiring exams
The city’s policy gives promotional candidates from within the department bonus points for living in the city or being military veterans
A battalion chief and firefighter-medic have resigned after investigation finds unauthorized study guide for protocol test; another officer is under investigation
It’s a tough job to land, but a great career once you do; here’s a look at what you need to do to go from applicant to rookie
As with any test, learning as much as you can about the test-giver, the test and yourself will pay big rewards
The stand down was issued after a 52-year-old firefighter suffered a heart attack while trying to complete a physical fitness test in April
Not properly testing SCBA face pieces put firefighters in danger now and in years to come
All of these questions would be asked as “What would you do if ... " questions
The contract would require random drug testing similar to what’s in place for police; testing positive for an illegal substance would result in firing
These steps offer the most straightforward and most recommended path for the best chance for success in the shortest time
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
There are steps you can take during the test administration to increase your success on the written test
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