Firefighter

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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Is there anyone you did not feel bad for who was in a bad situation

Asked by Dayton about 6 years ago

Criminal that get injured while victimiZing others. I will treat injuries but not feel sorry for them.

How do you handle flirts and fire fighter bunnies?

Asked by Riley over 6 years ago

Flattering yes, but maintain professionalism at all times, I chose this career to help people not pick up girls. Badge bunnies are out there that is fo sure.

Do fire men and women get paid very much?

Asked by Alan over 6 years ago

Anywhere from nothing to up to $100,000.

Have you ever helped put out a wild fire? If so what was it like?

Asked by Xander over 6 years ago

Nothing to the extreme of California but my dept does all phases of fire protection except for shipboard and airport

I am high school junior looking at switching from a High School Diploma to GED. I am interested in career in firefighting. Does a GED fulfill the academic requirement for fire fighting? Thank you!

Asked by bradshmad about 7 years ago

Yes, it does.

What if I call 911 to report a fire, but I put it out before the FD gets here, will they still respond?
And, when I call in a explosion how many engines or trucks will respond ( although it depends on the department)

Asked by Ty almost 7 years ago

First off why would you be calling for an explosion, this does send red flags for me so I will not be answering that question. But as for the first one, we will still respond due to you may not have completely extinguished.

Does this job ever depress, disgust, or cause you intense anxiety and fear?

Asked by Lochlan over 6 years ago

Depressed a time or two. Anxiety yes it can. All emotions come into play with this job