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🌟 'What do you want to be?’ 🌟 #89 Ever considered a career that not only challenges you physically and mentally but also makes a real difference in your community? Let's explore the life-saving role of a Firefighter. 🚒💪 Role Overview: Firefighter Firefighters respond to emergency situations, protecting people, the environment, and property from all types of accidents and emergencies. Their job goes beyond fighting fires; they also promote fire safety, enforce standards, and provide emergency medical assistance. Responsibilities • Responding to emergency calls with speed and efficiency 🚨 • Performing rescues, providing first aid, and minimizing distress 🆘 • Maintaining and inspecting firefighting equipment and hydrants 🔧 • Engaging in community education on fire safety 🏘️ Salary (global average in US$) • Trainee firefighters start at $23,366, rising to $31,144 when fully trained. Overtime and specific roles offer higher rates. 💵 Education No specific degree is required, but a good general education, physical fitness, and specific training provided by fire services are essential. Qualifications • Passing the National Firefighter Selection process is crucial. 📝 • A full UK driving license is often required. 🚗 Skills • Physical fitness, effective communication, problem-solving, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are key. 🛠️ What to Expect • Work includes unsocial hours in a shift pattern, potentially hazardous and challenging environments, but it's highly rewarding. 🌟 Professional Development • Continuous training, advancement opportunities, and a structured career path, from Crew Manager to Chief Fire Officer. 📈 Career Prospects • The demand for firefighters remains consistent, with opportunities in urban and rural areas, across public and private sectors. 🌍 Target Employers • Local fire and rescue services, industrial and airport fire services, and roles within the Ministry of Defense and the Royal Air Force. 🏢 This career offers a unique blend of physical challenges, teamwork, and community service. Interested in making a difference every day? #searchmarkets #FirefighterCareer #BeAHero #FireSafety #EmergencyResponse #CommunityHero 🚒🔥🛡️

Firefighting named most physically demanding job   Many firefighters enter the profession because of their passion of helping and serving others, but according to research, they’re doing it at the risk of their own health and safety. “I'll be honest, I wasn't very surprised. I've been in the profession for 24 years now and not in a sense of comparing it to others, but I just know the demands that come along with it,” said Shreveport firefighter Brandon Lee. Firefighting is the most physically demanding job in the country. That's according to the Bureau of Labour Statistics, which tracked the physical requirements of about 480 jobs at more than 56 000 workplaces. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dgpatS-s #FireandRescueInternational

Food for thought! As we enter and dive deeper into lowering standards in order to get people when the FD is hiring! As a fire service, we constantly draw lines in the sand, erase them, back up, draw another line, erase it, back up, etc… I find it increasingly alarming that we are consistently lowering or removing hiring standards or requirements in order to check boxes and please agenda-driven mayors and politicians. The police, paramedic, and fire service are fields where you DO NOT want to lower said standards or people die! It’s on us to keep fighting!!

Could you release an employee to become an on-call firefighter? We know that releasing an employee to become an on-call firefighter is an important decision. It could not happen without your agreement and you need to know how it would work for you to make an informed decision and feel confident about supporting your community in this way. How many businesses can point to something to show they REALLY are at the heart of the community? On-call firefighters get world-class training in health and safety and medical response as well as developing situational awareness, leadership skills and the ability to work in high pressure situations. So there are obvious advantages… having an on-call firefighter on-site is a reassuring thing to have. On-call firefighters who are planning on responding to incidents whilst at their place of work must have permission from their primary employer. It is important as an employer you understand what this involves, find out more by downloading the information for employers guide here: https://lnkd.in/gF4cTYM Anyone interested in this paid role please see the careers page of our website: https://lnkd.in/g-j8Z8y

Looking to add an extra shelf to showcase your career and achievements? You're not alone! Many professionals are recognizing the importance of displaying their accomplishments. It's not just about personal pride, but also about encouraging others to do the same. Whether it's being a certified First Aid personnel, Fire warden, or Dangerous Goods trained personnel, your achievements need to be recognized. There is so much experience and hidden talent in people that we may never know about if we don't share. So let's take a moment to reflect on our own accomplishments and encourage those around us to do the same. Who knows, you might inspire someone to add an extra shelf to their own workspace! #careerdevelopment #professionalgrowth #achievementrecognition

Immediately after a work-related incident occurs workers should: • Ensure the scene is safe before entering. • If needed, call local emergency personnel or 911. • Administer first aid if authorized and needed. • Not disturb the incident location. • Take photos of the incident scene and location, any property damage, and equipment involved. • Follow the company internal reporting procedure and quickly notify the appropriate personnel that an incident has occurred. #osha #safetyfirst #construction #kgdr #toolboxtalks

Hi Everyone, if you take a look at my video post from Monday you'll see some timely tips on how to deal with Gate Keeper Personalities and how they use gaslighting to attempt to control and manipulate. On Tuesday I shared a blog post expanding further. More resources to help you to take action today. #psychologicalsafety #gaslighting #gatekeepers #whatyoucandonow #reclaimyourpower