| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Choking Procedure | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I've got a question for you in your capacity as a rescue worker. The other night, a peice of cheese ...
A: William, There are two methods recommended by the American Heart Association to basically conduct ...
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| Legal Issues and The Fire Department | 11/15/2009 |
Q: I currently have a class 2 (drug) felony charge on my juvenile record from when i was 17, it will be ...
A: Nothing precludes you from taking a course with the possible exception of school policy. However, ...
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| BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I was just worried that I will not be able to get hired again as a firefighter. I have been a third ...
A: Different jurisdictions have different perspectives on DUI. An isolated incident would probably be ...
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| Fire Dept. Transfer | 8/15/2009 |
Q: I'm 15 and I'm planning on getting into my local fire dept. I live in Virginia beach va. but I'm ...
A: It is not possible to "transfer" between departments due to pension fund statutes. You would have to ...
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| Felony arrest misdeanor conviction | 8/12/2009 |
Q: Can I become a firefighter after having the misdemeanor conviction? I was arrested for a felony, but ...
A: Almost all fire departments have access to sealed records. Even though it was dropped to a ...
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| Will I get hired?? | 8/6/2009 |
Q: I am 24 years old and currently going through a process to be hired by a fire department and I have ...
A: Gary, First of all, I want to be clear that every department has its own hiring standards and ...
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| how to become a firefighter | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I've been searching on the Internet alot about how to become a firefighter. Do you have to take ...
A: Adrian, Sorry I took a while to respond- I've been on vacation. The requirements to become a ...
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| fire school out of state | 6/8/2009 |
Q: I have one moreI would like to move from Florida to New England or Canada; what would u recommend on ...
A: Jason, First of all, you're going to regret moving to New England from Florida when winter ...
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| Military Fire Technician | 5/27/2009 |
Q: I'm 14 years old turning 15 in a few months. I live in a small town in Maine and I have wanted to be ...
A: Erik, First of all, let me commend you on your desire to serve your country. It is possible to be ...
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| job | 5/20/2009 |
Q: My babys father said he is going to school to be a paramedic. He is on probation at this time for ...
A: The answer to your question is maybe. The restraining orders will, in all likelihood, prevent him ...
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| fire fighter in training with a disability | 5/6/2009 |
Q: Sir, may name is Brian Anderson of Rapid City, South Dakota. I am 33 years old in excellent health, ...
A: Brian, You may have an easier time becoming a paramedic with your handicap. As far as inspector, ...
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| fire fighter in training with a disability | 5/2/2009 |
Q: Sir, may name is Brian Anderson of Rapid City, South Dakota. I am 33 years old in excellent health, ...
A: Brian, First, to be honest, I would advise you to reconsider your decision to become a ...
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| NFPA Compliance and more | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I am a career Lieutenant and volunteer in my home town. We recently stirred the pot pushing the ...
A: Richard, I don't envy your position. It sounds like you have an administration with their head in ...
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| Expunged Felony Conviction............. | 4/6/2009 |
Q: Greetings, My name is Derek. Almost 8 years ago, I was convicted of a felony for sending an email ...
A: Derek, Paramedic certification varies state-by state. Some states would disqualify you for this ...
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| Open recruitment | 3/11/2009 |
Q: My name is Chloe. I am a fit, healthy 24 year old female who has been looking to relocate to go ...
A: Chloe, I would recommend the website Firehouse.com. I don't know if they have a notification ...
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| Questions from Texas | 2/14/2009 |
Q: Hallo, I am 33.5 yrs old and interested in becoming a fire fighter. I have 2 questions: 1. I am ...
A: Jason, I wouldn't worry about the on-line firefighter training. Any department that hires you ...
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| emt and firefighter transfer | 2/2/2009 |
Q: i am in emt Basic in Florida as soon as i finish i will enroll in firefighter academy i am planning ...
A: Shawn, Reciprocity for certification varies from state to state. I do not know the status of ...
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| Preference Points | 1/29/2009 |
Q: I was active in the Illinois National Guard for a straight 8 years (not 6 active and 2 IRR). I was ...
A: Joshua, First of all, thanks for your service to the nation! To my knowledge the 180 day ...
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| sar | 1/6/2009 |
Q: i am wanting to pick up a full time job with search and rescue, i have my CERT. and with the local ...
A: Greg, To my knowledge, the mjority of SAR teams in Virginia are a function of local fire ...
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| pending felony EMS student | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I am a EMS student here in Georgia, 11 months ago, I was arrested for statuatory rape (F) I was 18 ...
A: Michael, Unfortunately, any felony arrest and/or conviction, regardless of plea arrangements, ...
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| being a firefighter | 10/15/2008 |
Q: Hey i just wanted to ask about being a firefighter. i dont know much about it and i was looking in ...
A: Curtis, Thanks for your interest in firefighting. I can tell you that after 21 years I still love ...
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| firefighting in iraq | 9/29/2008 |
Q: i saw that you answered a question back in 2007 about fire fighting in Iraq that are hired by ...
A: Joseph, As I said in my previous answer my expertise is not in contract firefihgting. However, I ...
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| Car Accidents and firefighter careers | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I'm 23 years old and I've had 2 accidents the first involved another person, I caused the accident. ...
A: Jennifer, As long as you were not charged with a crime and you can obtain a valid driver's ...
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| becoming a fireman | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I was in the air force for 4 years and got out with a honorable discharge when my time was up. ...
A: Some jurisdictions would disqualify you for this conviction. However, if it was a disorderly conduct ...
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| overseas? | 7/9/2008 |
Q: thanks for your time
A: Randy, I'm not completely familiar with contract firefighting, especially overseas. However, I do ...
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| I NEED SOME INFO.... | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I am 21 years old and am realizing that i would like to pursue a firefighting career. I currently ...
A: Gregory, There is an alternative to military service. Be aware, however, that an honorable ...
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| Becoming a Firefighter | 6/4/2008 |
Q: Mr. Grussing, I'm interested in becoming a Firefighter in Las Vegas,NV. They only hire about every ...
A: Matt, First of all, realize that you may not get hired at Las Vegas. To become a firefighter ...
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| Looking to start out | 5/8/2008 |
Q: I have about 2 1/2 years in the fire department with Fire 1 and my EMT-B cert. i am looking for a ...
A: Ashley, I have little knowledge of contract firefighting. My advice would be to apply to test ...
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| Girl firefighters | 5/7/2008 |
Q: My name's Mandee and as you can tell, I'm a girl. I've always been interested the field and have few ...
A: Mandee, Because of human anatomy it is more difficult for females to pass the agility exams ...
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| Automobile fire | 5/6/2008 |
Q: Not too many hours ago, a motorcycle combusted into flames in my college's parking lot as the driver ...
A: Ted, Your question actually deals with several different issues. You didn't give me the size of ...
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| becomming a firefighter | 4/2/2008 |
Q: I was curious as to what my chances are at becomming a full time fire fighter right now i am 18 and ...
A: Kevin, Your EMT certification will get you some extra points in most jurisdictions. In ...
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| High School | 2/28/2008 |
Q: i am high school student currently in grade 11. I am wondering what the best possible courses i ...
A: Matthew, Thanks for your interest in the fire service. Mathematics and biology will be ...
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| Firefighter Career | 2/23/2008 |
Q: I am planning on taking firefighter classes after high school to become a firefighter, but i was ...
A: Rudy, This is an excellent question, and very perceptive coming from someone your age. ...
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| what kind of education | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I am 15 and always whanted to be a fireman. To become a fireman was my dream ever scince the 5th ...
A: It is a career that demands much sacrifice and dedication but rewards you with the knowledge that ...
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| the fire truck | 2/3/2008 |
Q: when being a firefighter do you need to have any special licenses?
A: I assume you are referring to classification of driver's licenses. each state has different laws. In ...
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| teamwork | 1/28/2008 |
Q: what does the fire service use teamwork for? what are the benifits of using teamwork in the fire ...
A: Amy, The short answer to the first question is EVERYTHING! Teamwork is a foundation for all ...
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| firefighting | 12/28/2007 |
Q: im currently in the military, and gettin out next year. im very interested in becoming a firefighter ...
A: The first thing you should decide is if you want to be an investigator or a firefighter ...
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| Emergency Medical Technician | 11/11/2007 |
Q: My name is Nicholas "Nick" Novak. I am a 13 year old 9th grade high school student who would like to ...
A: Nick, Thanks for your interest in Emergency Medical Services. Most junior colleges offer EMT ...
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| Fire Fighting Career | 11/8/2007 |
Q: MY name is Luke, I have been in the Navy for the last 5 years and I am looking to get into a career ...
A: Luke, The required qualifications differ from department to department. Your experience in the ...
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| just normal questions | 10/27/2007 |
Q: I'm currently in the military and my time is almost up, my job requires me to know the basic ...
A: I apologize for the delay in answering. It sounds like you have a solid background in firefighting. ...
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| will my criminal record hold me back | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I have been considering becoming a firefighter but before I dedicate myself 100% I need to know if ...
A: In all likelihood your felony conviction will prevent you from obtaining a position with a fire ...
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| Starting a career | 8/8/2007 |
Q: John, I am 26 college graduate and am thinking about a career change. I love physical activity and ...
A: Derek, Thanks for your interest in the fire service. As far as formal education, you should ...
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| firefighter hiring | 6/18/2007 |
Q: I recently signed up for the air national guard on june 10th but have since been offered a college ...
A: I have no military background but I think I can give you a little info. First of all, most ...
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| Firefighter career start??? | 6/6/2007 |
Q: my name is Travis and I'm 16 years old and very interested in pursuing a firefighter career for the ...
A: It is an amazing career! First of all, you've got some time. Most departments require their ...
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| firefighting in iraq/afganistan | 5/29/2007 |
Q: im as i say fully qualified, a first responder (first aid) heavy goods driver, rope + river rescue ...
A: Mick, This probably isn't going to be real helpful as my knowledge of UK based companies is ...
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| Firefighter Career | 4/30/2007 |
Q: My husband applied for the fire department and took the physical exam last week. He passed the ...
A: Tina, Written exams for firefighter vary greatly by jurisdiction. Most of them include a ...
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| Help me help him | 4/20/2007 |
Q: Okay, my boyfriend wants to be a firefighter. But his mother and family and counselor say that he ...
A: Courtney, I admire your support and enthusiasm for your boyfriend. I don't have enough ...
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| Becoming a firefighter | 4/14/2007 |
Q: Michael, I am about to move to the state of South Carolina, and I was wondering if you knew the ...
A: Check with the South Carolina State Fire Marshall's Office. They will be able to answer any questons ...
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| certifications and licences | 4/1/2007 |
Q: to operate an ambulance in the state of Missouri or is it agency or county specific?
A: I assume you're talking about owning and operating an ambulance as opposed to just working on one. I ...
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| Firefighter Careers | 3/15/2007 |
Q: I am currently a freshman in college in Philadelphia. I am a volunteer firefighter (FF I and II ...
A: Tim, Thanks for your interest in the fire service. NFPA 1582, as with all NFPA standards, is ...
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| Contract Firefighting | 1/23/2007 |
Q: I am looking for firefighting employment in Europe. Do you know of any private companies that are ...
A: Rural Metro is the primary contract service in the U.S. I know they were attempting to expand into ...
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| firefighting in iraq | 1/19/2007 |
Q: I've been firefighting for a few years now and just want some information on firefighting over seas ...
A: Daniel, I apologize for the delay in getting back with you. There are indeed opportunities in ...
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