The Emerson Fire Department is actively seeking residents who are interested in serving their community by volunteering with our department.
Requirements
Firefighter applicants must be at least 18 years of age and are required to complete Firefighter I training at the Bergen County Law & Public Safety Institute located in Mahwah, New Jersey. This six-month long training course was designed around the NFPA Standard 1001 and the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety Standard. Class is held twice per week, allowing students to acquire sufficient skills and knowledge that will enable them to function as an effective fire ground participant under the direct supervision of departmental officers. The course includes lectures, videos and slide/tape presentations in addition to practical exercises. Students must maintain a minimum score of 70% on both the written midterm and final exams as well as successful completion of a practical evaluation. Applicants are also required to pass a criminal background check and medical examination.
How To Join
Anyone interested in volunteering with the EFD should visit Fire Headquarters at 120 Thomas St. on any Monday night after 7:30 pm during our weekly cleanup. Please ask to speak with any officer who will provide you with an overview of the process and an application for you to complete.
Requirements
Firefighter applicants must be at least 18 years of age and are required to complete Firefighter I training at the Bergen County Law & Public Safety Institute located in Mahwah, New Jersey. This six-month long training course was designed around the NFPA Standard 1001 and the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety Standard. Class is held twice per week, allowing students to acquire sufficient skills and knowledge that will enable them to function as an effective fire ground participant under the direct supervision of departmental officers. The course includes lectures, videos and slide/tape presentations in addition to practical exercises. Students must maintain a minimum score of 70% on both the written midterm and final exams as well as successful completion of a practical evaluation. Applicants are also required to pass a criminal background check and medical examination.
How To Join
Anyone interested in volunteering with the EFD should visit Fire Headquarters at 120 Thomas St. on any Monday night after 7:30 pm during our weekly cleanup. Please ask to speak with any officer who will provide you with an overview of the process and an application for you to complete.
