When does the "new guy" become a firefighter?

[gamewell45 258]

Just for the record,"In the eyes of the public, a firefighter is a firefighter irreguardless of what function that person serves at the fire station or on the scene." is gamewell's post.

That is correct; I proudly take credit for the post.

[FFPCogs 863]

Speaking for myself the "new guy" becomes a firefighter when he/she starts acting like one.

1) Knows the tools of the trade thoroughly

2) Knows how to carry out an order when given one

3) Doesn't panic everytime the tones drop

4) Doesn't need their hand held or disappear on the fireground

5) Acts as part of the team effort, even if they have to work alone

6) Follows my basic tenets of a becoming and staying a good firefighter

1) Dedication

2) Motivation

3) Education

7) Shows equal parts brains, brawn & balls and knows when each applies.

Cogs

Edited April 18, 2009 by FFPCogs