subject: How To Pass The Firefighter Selection Process [print this page] Many people every year apply to become a firefighter. The astonishing fact is that only very few (less than 5%) will ever realise their dream and go on to become a full-time firefighter. There is a very good reason for this.
The vast majority of people who put themselves up for selection go about the selection process in totally the wrong way. If you, or anyone you know, wants to become a firefighter then it is crucial that they follow a small number of important steps. To begin with, they must learn and understand the firefighter personal qualities and attributes that are relevant to the role. Why? Simply because this is how you'll be assessed during every stage of the selection process. If you don't learn these, then you are guaranteed to fail.
When it comes to completing the firefighter application form you must provide recent, relevant examples of where you have already demonstrated the specific personal quality and attribute. The person assessing your application form will be trained to spot keywords that match the PQA's. When you come onto the firefighter tests, again, you must learn the PQA's. One of the tests is that of understanding information. The tests themselves will assess key reactions to set situations that are centred on the personal qualities and attributes.
Finally, and this is very important, during the firefighter interview provide different examples of where you have easily matched every single PQA during a previous role or work related experience. Do not make the mistake of providing the interviewer with same examples as your application form. If you make it through to the firefighter interview stage then you have done very well. A very small percentage of people only ever make it to this stage, and if you do, then the Fire and Rescue Service are definitely interested in employing you.
It is crucial, however, that you put in plenty of preparation before you attend your big day. Make sure you dress very smart for the interview and remember that you are applying to join a highly disciplined service. Yes it is important to be confident during the interview but don't be arrogant. Simply demonstrate that you have the potential to become a competent member of the Fire Service and that you can easily match every personal quality and attribute that is being assessed.
The firefighter selection process is tough, but if you follow these steps your chances of success will literally sky rocket.
