Mar 4, 2005 · Lead or Senior Firefighter (not common in my experience) Firefighter Probie Just to confuse you here is the system used by the US Forest Service and approximate equivelent …

Sep 11, 2001 · General firefighting discussionAn area to post requests for assistance from fire departments or firefighters in need. Please limit posts to stations needing equipment, or fund …

Jun 12, 2002 · ‎ "The education of a firefighter and the continued education of a firefighter is what makes "real" firefighters. Continuous skill development is the core of progressive firefighting. …

May 11, 2002 · One eyed Firefighter responds!! As a Firefighter who sustained a injury to one of my eyes that left me nearly blind in one eye about 5 years ago, Yes it's possible to perform …

Dec 3, 2010 · Not really sure how to answer your question, but I do know a lot of local depts pay equivalent to $40k - $50k starting, plus overtime, plus paramedic pay, plus everything else like …

Nov 22, 2009 · General firefighting discussion

Nov 21, 2013 · Looking for some ideas for a fun training night. My dept. has done basketball in turnouts & SCBA's, kickball in turnouts, firefighting themed scavenger hunt in our city. Want to …

Nov 17, 2010 · The relevant professional standards for firefighter certification don't contain requirements for annual re/training. You might want to look into OSHA requirements (29 CFR …

Mar 8, 2012 · That being said if a firefighter wants to take on the role of an educator, they need to be trained to perform that role. That means, at a absolute bare minimum Fire & Life Safety …

Nov 19, 2005 · First team with all personnel in downed firefighter position wins. (we give the teams 1 min. before starting to come up with a leader and a plan) By having these drills done …