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Firefighter

arringnl

32 Years Experience

Goose Creek, SC

Male, 54

Currently serving Jasper County Fire Rescue in south Carolina along with Charleston County EMS.

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Last Answer on June 29, 2022

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Does becoming a fire explorer for a fire station help you later on when applying since becoming a firefighter is quite competitive

Asked by Benjamin about 9 years ago

Simple answer is yes it helps especially for exposure to the career

What is the role of BA board officer?

Asked by ko ko htike over 9 years ago

Have no clue, that title I have not heard of, sorry.

I am working on a creative writing project...would you be open to correspondence through email? If not, totally understandable. TY

Asked by Carmine over 9 years ago

Sure. My email is palmettoss@yahoo.com

Whats something good to major in ?

Asked by Jay almost 8 years ago

Depends on what you are looking for.

Compared to an ambulance, how sophisticated are the medical supplies that are usually carried on a fire truck? Do they usually carry AEDs?

Asked by 1738 over 9 years ago

My Engine carries the exact same as the medic unit so the sophistication would be the same. And the majority of ALS departments operate the same.

I'm writing a book where the character's house burns down, and she doesn't think it's an accident. How can you tell a fire is arson?

Asked by Madison about 10 years ago

Personal items removed from house prior to fire, excessive debt, behind on house payments are your first clue. As for the home numerous ignition point. No power to the house. Vacant homes are good starting points.

I am a Vol FF, looking to go paid. I Live in Bergen County NJ what are some good departmets around you think are a good place to join? And your opinion on what I should do to better my chances of getting hired ?

Asked by .. over 8 years ago

Not familiar with NJ. Otherwise get your EMT and FF1&2 certs. These can be done as a volunteer.