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490 Questions

Last Answer on June 29, 2022

Whats the starting salary for something straight out of college ?

Asked by Jay almost 9 years ago

Middle $ 40,000 but varies on the area.

I am looking to become a firefighter buy my college does not have any fire science programs. Are there certain majors or minors that would be more beneficiary for me to be in?

Asked by Alex over 9 years ago

Taking your core classes at your local college and then you can continue with Eastern Kentucky University or Oklahoma State among several others that offer a online BA degree.

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bond fire from a distance neighbors smoke starts entering what can you do

Asked by al over 9 years ago

Contact the local fire dept and have them address the issue

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I am doing a science project on gear and equipment that firefighter's use. Do you have any suggestions of questions that I should research?

Asked by Maylee Larkin over 9 years ago

Temperature ratingsCostsDurabilityOSHA, NFPA compliantComfort

For starters but manufacturers will have a lot of this info for you.

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Hi I applied for a volunteer position and it says I have to get a fit for duty filled out and signed by a physician. What does that mean or entail? Thank you

Asked by Kaylan over 8 years ago

A physical from the doctor

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Is Fire Ecology and Management something good to major in ?

Asked by Jay almost 9 years ago

Yes it s specifically if you are looking for jobs in Fire Service dealing with Forestry.

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What's the difference between a grease fire and electrical fire

Asked by Ms herbert over 9 years ago

Grease is a flammable liguid that water is not effective unless additives such as AFFF is added.Electrical water can not be applied until power is turned off but also some oils re used in transformers thus putting it under grease catagory.

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