
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 ranks …
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 comes with …
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-raising …
different schedules - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion
Nov 22, 2009 · General firefighting discussion
Rank Insignia - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion
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. We learn by …
"CAN" report - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion
May 9, 2009 · General firefighting discussionA CAN report is pretty much a situation report and can be used on arrival as well as all subsequent transmissions. If used on initial radio report you may throw …
Firehouse Airpack Drills - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion
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 as a team, …
Class A Uniforms - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion
Oct 30, 2011 · Our department is looking to purchase Class A dress uniforms and we have a few questions. We have the firefighter design and chief and AC design (gold buttons, etc) taken care of …
Rank and Grade Identifiers - Firehouse
Jun 11, 2013 · Generally falls in the 1-7 years of service. Advanced Firefighter: Black Helmet w/ Blue Shield denoting station assignment and grade. Firefighters who have a minimum of 4 yours in …
Maze Plans? - Firehouse Forums - Firefighting Discussion
Aug 4, 2011 · If you are a firefighter in Alameda, California, chances are you already saw this video tutorial. If not, you're in luck. This will show you how to rescue a downed firefighter out of a window. …