Are You Ready to Become a Volunteer Firefighter?

It is important you’re sure about becoming a volunteer firefighter. While some individuals may find battling fires, aiding in search and rescue efforts, and providing emergency medical services fulfilling and exciting, volunteer firefighting can be taxing and isn’t for everyone. To better understand if becoming a volunteer firefighter is for you, ask yourself the questions below.

• Are you willing to give up the occasional full night of rest or work unsocial hours to help others?
• Do you find it important to give back to the community in meaningful ways that pay it forward?
• Do you feel your mental health is robust and that you can perform responsibilities without experiencing undue stress and/or anxiety?
• Are you looking for a community of others who enjoy helping people in times of fear or loss?
• Do you meet all of the general and specific requirements for becoming a volunteer firefighter?

If you answered “yes” to these questions, you may be an excellent fit for a career as a volunteer firefighter.