How do I become a firefighter in Dorset?

How do I become a firefighter in Dorset?

Dorset and Wiltshire FRS Firefighter Recruitment Process 2020

1. You must have a full UK driving licence.
2. You need to have the right to live and work in the UK without any restrictions.
3. You’ll need to be at least 17 years and six months old at the closing date for applications.

What does an on call firefighter do?

An on-call firefighter is someone who responds to a range of fire and rescue service jobs, these range from emergency calls, working at open days, carrying out work with their local communities and acting as an ambassador for the fire service. When they get the call, they become professional firefighters.

How do I become a volunteer firefighter UK?

How To Become a Volunteer with the Fire Service

1. Live within 5 minutes of the fire station.
2. Be over 18 years old.
3. Be honest and trustworthy.
4. Have good eye sight and hearing.
5. be able to attend residential courses as and when required.
6. Be committed to providing your local community with a high standard of volunteer service.

Can you have tattoos in the fire service UK?

Under Health and Safety, you will not be allowed to wear body piercings whilst being on operational duty. Tattoos are acceptable providing they are in no way offensive. If they are rude, racist, sexist, sectarian or homophobic, they will not be acceptable.

Do on-call firefighters get a uniform?

On-call firefighters are expected to present themselves and dress in a professional manner whilst at work. A uniform that reflects the professional image of the fire and rescue service is provided and allows on-call firefighters to be appropriately dressed for the range of activities in which they are involved.

Do on-call firefighters get a pension?

The Government has now introduced the terms of the Retained Firefighters’ Pension Settlement that will offer pension entitlement for all employees who were employed as retained firefighters between the relevant period. If you joined after that date you are not eligible to join the scheme.

Can volunteer firemen put out fires UK?

As a volunteer fire fighter the main focus of your role will be to provide additional support for the full time fire fighters who are trained to fight both exterior and interior fires.

Can firefighters have facial hair?

So, can firefighters have beards? Generally, no, you will not be allowed to have a beard and will most likely be required to be clean shaven all times while on duty.

Can firefighters have beards UK?

Can I be a firefighter if I have a beard? There are health and safety reasons why facial hair below the top lip cannot be accepted. As a Firefighter you will be required to wear a facemask when you are wearing breathing apparatus.

Why do firefighters have Moustaches?

For Bombard, a mustache is more than just personal preference, it’s a connection. “In the old days firefighter would have long mustaches and beards,” he said. Bombard said the facial hair was said to be used as a filter when wet down to prevent smoke from going into the lungs.

How do I find a job with Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service?

Visit our e-recruitment page to see what jobs are available with the Service. Information about Wholetime, Control and Corporate recruitment. Benefits include national and local discounts, a variety of family friendly schemes and health & well-being services. Find out more about working for Dorset & WIltshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Why choose Dorset Fire Protection?

Essentially, Dorset Fire Protection is the single contractor that I trust for all my fire prevention requirements. We’re very happy with the service overall. I would rate the service top marks and definitely would recommend it to someone else. The guys were very accommodating, smart, polite and thorough. Your fire risk assessor was excellent!

Are there any vacancies available within the networked fire services partnership?

Vacancies currently available within the Networked Fire Services Partnership (NFSP). Could you be an on-call firefighter? Find out more about what’s involved. Visit our e-recruitment page to see what jobs are available with the Service.

Why choose drivedorset fire protection?

Dorset Fire Protection has not only supplied us with our fire-fighting equipment but has, through a consultation process, produced our fire risk assessment and advised us on our fire policy.