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Fire Administration I 1 April 2006Selection Process for Entry-Level Firefighters The selection process for entry-level firefighters in the Hurst, Euless, and Bedford
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Dale Skinner Instructor Travis Ownby FIRT 1309 - Fire Administration I 1 April 2006 Selection Process for Entry-Level Firefighters The selection process for entry-level firefighters in the Hurst, Euless, and Bedford (HEB) area is similar to that across the country. The process begins with a written assessment. The written test is comprised of reading comprehension; interpreting tables; situational judgment; logical reasoning; applying basic math rules; mechanical aptitude; spatial sense; map reading; and vocabulary. (IPMA Assessment Services 2003)These tests are usually purchased from International Public Management Association (IPMA). Once the applicant has successfully passed the written exam, they proceed to the physical agility test. The agility tests consist of job specific tasks that firefighters usually perform at an emergency scene. The agility test must be completed within a specified time. The next step in the selection process is the panel interview. The candidates are interviewed by suppression personnel to determine their value system and decision...
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