Consider you just received an invitation to your best friend’s wedding, and your mind races with thoughts of how to get in shape for the big day. Sure, you want to look suitable for the photos, but it’s the fitness test for the bridal party that has you stressing. You’ve always heard that the firefighter […]
Consider you’re gearing up for a job as a firefighter. The excitement builds as you complete the application forms, and you are on your way to fulfilling your ambitions of becoming a firefighter. However, before you can attend the interviews, you must first pass the firefighter fitness test. You have heard about it and know […]
Consider you’re sitting in a room, preparing for what may be the most important conversation of your life. The firefighter interview panel walks in and takes a seat. As they introduce themselves, you feel your heart racing. Then, they ask you your first question, and you realize you have no idea what you’re talking about. […]
Firefighting is a physically demanding job. Imagine you’re a firefighter on the scene of a blazing building. Suddenly, you hear a faint voice calling for help from inside the inferno. Time is of the essence, and you must act quickly. However, as you navigate through the structure, you quickly realize it is unstable. There’s no […]
Firefighter training is demanding. One minute you’re practicing your hose lays, and the next, you’re on the ground breathing heavily, trying to recuperate after a shuttle run. The shuttle run, also known as the beep test, assesses your aerobic capacity, which is crucial for firefighting. This test mimics the short bursts of activity firefighters experience […]
Table of Contents Firefighter Readiness Quiz! Using The STARLA Method When Answering Questions7 Common Questions That You May Be Asked in the Firefighter InterviewPODCAST Dominate Firefighter InterviewFire Service Interview Fundamentals Understanding Common Interview Questions For FirefightersBy now you probably realise that there are certain testing components that you need to undertake before you become a firefighter […]
Here at Fire Recruitment Australia, we get asked many questions from potential recruits. One of them is “can firefighters have piercings?” Another question we often get asked is “can firefighters have tattoos?” These questions are both relevant because if you want to join the fire services, you want to ensure that you have the best […]
Firefighting Career: What Medical Conditions Need To Be ReviewedIf you’re interested in a firefighting career, you need to understand that there are certain medical conditions that could disqualify you from entering this profession. Additionally, there are other conditions that may need to be reviewed on a case by case basis.The strenuous job requirements of being […]
Questions we often get asked are “can firefighters wear glasses?” and “do firefighters need perfect eyesight?”. While you must pass an eye exam before you can become a firefighter, you are tested while wearing your glasses or contact lenses. Therefore, even if you don’t have perfect eyesight, you can still become a firefighter. The main […]
I quite often get asked the following questions in regards to Firefighter Age Requirements. What is the firefighter minimum age? is 40 too old to become a firefighter? Can I become a firefighter at age 30? Is there a firefighter age limit? What is the maximum age to become a firefighter? Is there a firefighter […]