Airport Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) is a specialized branch of firefighting that specifically deals with the potential hazards and emergencies in aviation. With the increasing number of flights and...
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The Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment of a Firefighter
Firefighting is a challenging and rewarding career that requires bravery, physical strength, and mental fortitude. One of the most important aspects of being a firefighter is the work environment....
Knowing how to work as part of a team is an essential component of being a firefighter. Effective teamwork rarely just happens. It is honed and developed using a combination of skills,...
Crews setting up for initial fire attack at a residential structure fire. Charging into a burning building under a volley of falling debris may not seem like a sound career choice, but that...
What is a day in the life of a career firefighter like? Living in the fire station for 24 to 48 hours straight? I'm asked this question often and the answer may surprise you. As a career firefighter,...
Becoming a WildLand Firefighter. Wildland firefighting is very different from what I did in my career as a structural firefighter. However, during my time as a division chief I supervised our...
