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What’s the scariest moment you have had?

Asked by Don almost 6 years ago

Extinguishing a trash truck fire when the tire unexpectantly exploded 15 ft away

Do people not pay attention when your going through red lights and stop signs even when your siren is blaring, lights are flashing, rumblers are rumbling, and horn is honking and hit you?

Asked by Jay about 6 years ago

Nope, cars are becoming more sound proof and people just do not pay attention. There is blindspots that we come out of which is why “WE” drive with due regard and extreme caution.

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Whqat is the best and worst part(s) of your job?

Asked by Ricardo about 6 years ago

Adventure #1Boredom #2Never know what your going to be doing min to min when on duty.

651 Votes

I am high school junior looking at switching from a High School Diploma to GED. I am interested in career in firefighting. Does a GED fulfill the academic requirement for fire fighting? Thank you!

Asked by bradshmad almost 7 years ago

Yes, it does.

648 Votes

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During a recent training fire I was told by a training officer to back the nozzle out when I exit the structure. I asked if this was something new we were trying and I was told no that it has been done this way forever. Thoughts??

Asked by Firefighter King almost 7 years ago

Visual fire equals hose line in hand. Common sense

648 Votes

I had an inquiry about standpipe regulations regarding the hoses themselves. I am an intern with the DEP in flushing, and I was assigned to find out who's responsibility it is to supply, upkeep and maintain the actual hose itself for a standard standpipe. 29 CFR 1915.507- Land-side fire protection systems section d (Fixed extinguishing systems) says that "The employer must select, install, maintain, inspect, and test all fixed systems required by OSHA as follows: 1915.507(d)(1) Standpipe and hose systems according to NFPA 14-2003 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems (incorporated by reference, see § 1915.5)" Yet I have found NFPA regulations that state a hose must only be provided if the building posses and maintains its own fire brigade, yet that is an outdated practice. My intentions are trying to figure out whether or not we are legally required to preserve and maintain the hose itself, or if we can get rid of it. Specifically because of the extra upkeep and costs. I cannot find a specific NFPA or CFR code that specifies either which way, and would appreciate some direction!

Asked by Sienna over 6 years ago

If I had to guess unfortunately if you are considering a non-fire brigade status and rely on local resources you should not have to have the items listed, but this would be subject to your OSHA and NFPA. Have you spoken to them?

647 Votes

Is there anyone you did not feel bad for who was in a bad situation

Asked by Dayton over 5 years ago

Criminal that get injured while victimiZing others. I will treat injuries but not feel sorry for them.

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What’s the scariest moment you have had?

Do people not pay attention when your going through red lights and stop signs even when your siren is blaring, lights are flashing, rumblers are rumbling, and horn is honking and hit you?

So you wanna be a Firefighter?

Whqat is the best and worst part(s) of your job?

I am high school junior looking at switching from a High School Diploma to GED. I am interested in career in firefighting. Does a GED fulfill the academic requirement for fire fighting? Thank you!

Also on Jobstr...

During a recent training fire I was told by a training officer to back the nozzle out when I exit the structure. I asked if this was something new we were trying and I was told no that it has been done this way forever. Thoughts??

Is there anyone you did not feel bad for who was in a bad situation

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Ask me anything!

What do YOU do?

What’s the scariest moment you have had?

Do people not pay attention when your going through red lights and stop signs even when your siren is blaring, lights are flashing, rumblers are rumbling, and horn is honking and hit you?

So you wanna be a Firefighter?

Whqat is the best and worst part(s) of your job?

I am high school junior looking at switching from a High School Diploma to GED. I am interested in career in firefighting. Does a GED fulfill the academic requirement for fire fighting? Thank you!

Also on Jobstr...

During a recent training fire I was told by a training officer to back the nozzle out when I exit the structure. I asked if this was something new we were trying and I was told no that it has been done this way forever. Thoughts??

Is there anyone you did not feel bad for who was in a bad situation

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