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  1. is fire fighting really all that great or is it overrated career?

    May 2, 2023 · Firefighting can be a rewarding career for many, offering a sense of purpose, camaraderie, and the chance to make a real difference in people's lives. However, it also …

  2. Firefighters Forum - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion

    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 …

  3. Forums - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion

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  4. 25 Tips for Probationary Firefighters - Firehouse

    Sep 22, 2012 · Good, because we know what you are about to experience, and we want to help. Below is a list of 25 things every probationary firefighter should know and do. As a new …

  5. US Fire Service Rank System - Firehouse

    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 …

  6. DoD Fire Certs... Where and how to get them - Firehouse

    Dec 30, 2008 · DOD Certs Well if your certs are IFSAC certs than you can convert them to DOD certs when you get hired. If you want a DOD certs than you need get enrolled into the DOD …

  7. Helmet color vs rank - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion

    Jun 1, 2002 · Firefighter: black with black shield. Lieutenants and Captains: black with a white shield. Deputy Cief and Chief: white with gold shield. ‎ "The education of a firefighter and the …

  8. number of bells - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion

    Aug 26, 2002 · Each different type of alarm or announcement would have its own number and series of bell strikes. When a firefighter died in the line of duty or when some important official …

  9. FireFighter Lingo - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion

    Jan 26, 2004 · "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. …

  10. Why do you want to be a firefighter? - Firehouse

    Nov 11, 2019 · The panel is trying to determine what your motivation is for wanting to become a firefighter. Do you believe firefighters have a lot of free time and make good money? If this is …