Six Nations Probationary Firefighter Process

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2 Courage is not the absence of fear, it is the realization that there is something more important than fear. If you want to help people, work well with others, enjoy learning and are physically fit, you may be an ideal candidate for a firefighter position with the Six Nations Fire Department. This guide outlines the recruitment process for the Six Nations Fire Department s Probationary Firefighters and the requirements to be met at each step of the process. The Firefighter's Job The position of a Firefighter with the Six Nations Fire Department is both challenging and rewarding. We are a very busy fire service and our firefighter s skills & knowledge are utilized on a daily basis. Apart from fighting fires, you will perform many duties, some of which include: Training Performing rescue work Carbon monoxide/fire alarms Educating the public about fire prevention Responding to emergency hazardous material situations Conducting inspections Responding to medical emergencies Responding to motor vehicle accidents Ice & Water Rescue You must be physically fit to handle the sustained, intense, physical effort often required to perform these duties. Teamwork is everything, whether it is sharing routine tasks at the fire station or providing fire fighting services at an emergency scene, firefighters depend on each other to successfully perform their duties. As team members, firefighters work together in close quarters. All team members are responsible for station housekeeping. When not responding to calls or performing other duties, a significant amount of time is spent training, inspecting, cleaning and maintaining personal protective gear and other firefighting equipment. Fire fighting is not a 9-to-5 job. It is a 24 hour a day, seven day a week public service. It involves working weekends and holidays. As a Six Nations Firefighter, you will respond at all hours of a given day, for anything you can imagine. Employee Assistance Program As a result of the stresses which you will encounter as a member of the Six Nations Fire Department, we also provide debriefing sessions and access to employee assistance programs which can provide counselling for not only yourself but your immediate family as well. Extra-Curricular Activities Family Gatherings Firefighter Competition Team Fundraising Activities Public Events

3 Education & Training that we provide 1000 s of people each year apply/attend the pre-service firefighter training program at provincial community colleges, private colleges and some even leave the province to travel as far as Alberta and Texas to attain the certifications of NFPA 1001 Level I & II, NFPA 472. The student cost for tuition, textbooks, uniforms, equipment and cost of living while completing these training programs is anywhere between $10,000 -$25,000 dollars. With the Six Nations Fire Department our basic permanent Firefighter position requires you to at a minimum be certified to the NFPA 1001 Level1, NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials and Emergency First Responder level. In addition to this you will also be required to successfully complete the Automated External Defibrillation program. As we are licensed by a physician to perform the act of defibrillation, we are also subject to any ongoing training requirements as a part of their quality assurance programs. Upon successful completion of your probationary firefighter period with the Six Nations Fire Department, you will be required to attend and successfully complete the following in house training programs: NFPA 1001 Firefighter Level I & II (OFM & Proboard Accredited) NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials (OFM & Proboard Accredited) Emergency First Responder Program (Canadian Red Cross Accredited) As a part of our succession & retention programs we also offer the following accredited training programs: NFPA 1041 Instructor Level I & II NFPA Fire Officer Level I There are too many external training opportunities to list, but here are a few examples of the programs which our fire personnel have attended/completed on a regular basis as members of the Six Nations Fire Department. Dalhousie University o Certificate in Fire Service Leadership (CFSL) o Certificate in Fire Service Administration (CFSA) Emergency Management Ontario o Basic Emergency Management o Community Emergency Management Canadian Red Cross o First Aid/ CPR Instructor o EFR/EMR Instructor AED Certification w Medical Oversite Flash Over Training Advanced Auto Extrication Water & Ice Rescue Incident Management Systems Command & Control The Six Nations Fire Department offers a unique opportunity for those who may be seeking employment in the emergency services sector, it is not a matter of will you put your skills & knowledge to use, but rather when. We take pride in the fact that we have had numerous members of our fire service go onto various emergency service careers such as: Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, Firefighter, Paramedic Operations Manager, Paramedic Supervisor, Flight Paramedic, Advanced Care Paramedic, Primary Care Paramedic, and Police Officer. Some members have completed our training and have moved on other careers, but many still to this day maintain positions, serving the Six Nations Community.

4 How to join our team The recruitment process for a probationary firefighter position with the Six Nations Fire Department includes several candidate evaluation steps. All candidates must successfully meet the minimum standards required at each step in order to advance to the conditional probationary firefighter offer. As a candidate, you will be asked to meet specific criteria and submit documentation at various steps in the process. These documents will then become part of your overall assessment during the competition. An outline showing our target dates for each step of the process is made available by Fire Department Administration to candidates who attend the information sessions. It is important that you read and understand all information provided during the process paying particular attention to all instructions given in documents. Working under the direction of the Fire Chief, through a chain-of-command, Firefighters are assigned out of one of four operational stations providing emergency response for firefighting, rescue and basic life support services twenty four hours per day, seven days a week. The Operations Division is the largest division in the Six Nations Fire Department with almost 40 volunteer firefighters. On average, Firefighters respond to approximately 800 emergency incidents resulting in more than 1600 vehicle runs annually. Getting started To begin the Recruitment Process, you should: Familiarize yourself with the eligibility requirements and the stages of our Recruitment Process Attend information sessions to ask questions and hear information about our recruitment process. Obtain an Application form during the active campaign and submit it before the due date. Qualifications Interested candidates must: be between 18 and 65 years of age understand and be able to communicate clearly in English under stressful conditions be able to respond to a minimum % of calls & training per month (days, nights, weekends and statutory holidays) possess a pardon if previously convicted of a criminal offence Minimum class G drivers license Recruitment Process Step 1: Information sessions Numerous information sessions are hosted to tell you more about the Six Nations Fire Department and the Probationary Firefighter recruitment process. These sessions are held in the community at various locations. Information sessions have representatives from the Six Nations Fire Department available to answer questions. All sessions are free and you will have an opportunity to speak personally with staff. Attendance at an information session is strongly suggested but not mandatory.

5 Step 2: Application Completed application forms must be returned to Fire Administration by the deadline provided in advance of the closing date. Applications are thoroughly screened and graded on a point system, it is very important to fill out the application. At the time of a conditional job offer, successful candidates will be required to provide proof of possessing all credentials referenced on the application form. All credentials submitted at the time of conditional job offer must: be dated prior to the date of your application have been valid and current as of the date of your application All candidates who submit an application will be advised of the results of the application review. Step 3: Interview Applicants who successfully meet the screening criteria at the application stage will be invited to attend an interview to further assess their qualifications and suitability for a firefighter position with the Six Nations Fire Department. The interview is a panel format conducted jointly by staff from the Six Nations Fire Department. At the interview, you will again be required to identify yourself using photo identification as described earlier. All candidates who attend an interview will be advised of the results. Step 4: Conditional Probationary Firefighter offer Candidates who meet the requirements of the previous step will be placed in random order on the eligibility list to await a conditional probationary firefighter offer. Conditional offers will be made when the Six Nations Fire Department has sufficient vacancies to warrant a recruit class. These offers will be extended to candidates in the order in which their names appear on the eligibility list. Fire Department personnel will periodically update all candidates with information regarding hiring expectations. At the time of a conditional job offer, you will have 14 days to provide the Fire Department with the following: an original Province of Ontario driver's abstract, current to within 30 days of the date of the job offer showing not more than five (5) demerit points and no unpaid fines. Criminal Record Check the originals of all credentials referred to on your application. (All credentials submitted at this time must be dated prior to the date of your application. In addition, all credentials must have been valid and current as of the date of your application).

6 You will also be required to attend a medical examination and successfully meet the standards required for the Six Nations Fire Department Probationary Firefighter. The medical examination could include but is not limited to: a comprehensive review of your past and present medical history an electrocardiogram, blood work, urinalysis and chest x-ray a physical examination related to Firefighter duties a test of your eyesight and colour vision At the time of your medical, you must possess colour vision which is safe for fire fighting. Step 5: Firefighter Fitness Assessment For the purposes of assessing the fitness abilities of candidates for the position of Probationary Firefighters, the Six Nations Fire Department will a perform Firefighter Fitness Assessment. Candidates will be required to meet Six Nations Fire Department standards when completing the Firefighter Fitness Assessment. Within this recruitment book you will find the Six Nations Fire Department Probationary Firefighter Fitness Assessment, outlining the 6 evaluations which include; 1. Ladder Lift 2. Weight Carry 3. Hose Drag 4. Ladder Climb 5. Self Contained Breathing Apparatus 6. Victim Drag *Not Confirmed - New 2015* Step 6: New Recruit Firefighter Class The schedule for New Recruit Firefighter Class will be starting in September 2015 but dates have not yet been determined. The 2015 New Recruit Firefighter Class consists of NFPA 1403 Standard on Live Fire Training, AED, First Aid/CPR. Step 7: Training Officer Recommendation New Recruit Firefighters will be evaluated throughout the recruit class duration, candidates who successfully complete the recruit class will be given recommendation from the Training Division by letter to the Fire Chief, along with an evaluation form. Step 8: Graduation Ceremony Successful candidates who complete the New Recruit Class will attend a public graduation ceremony to celebrate their accomplishment, and inform the public of the training which they have received. Step 9: In-Service / Probationary Firefighter Once all steps are completed Probationary Firefighters will be given their station assignments, and commence full fire suppression/emergency response duties. Probationary firefighters will continue to be evaluated by Station Officers & SNFD Training Division staff throughout the duration of their probation.

7 Step 10: Class 3 Firefighter The probationary period for a new firefighter will last 1 year, candidates must successful navigate through probation in order to graduate to becoming permanent members. The final step of the probationary period is the completion of NFPA 1001 Firefighter Level 1 & 2, NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials & Emergency First Responder. Upon completion of the Probationary Period, candidates who successfully complete probation will be given recommendation from Station Officer s by letter to the Fire Chief, along with an evaluation form, for Class 3 Firefighter status. Should you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact; Matthew Miller Fire Chief Six Nations Fire Department 1953 Fourth Line, P. O. Box 5000 Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0 firechief@sixnations.ca Tel: (519) ex 5123 Fax: (519) Or Crystal Farmer Administrative Assistant Six Nations Fire Department 1953 Fourth Line, P. O. Box 5000 Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0 cfarmer@sixnations.ca Tel: (519) ex 5128 Fax: (519)

8 SIX NATIONS FIRE DEPARTMENT 1953 Fourth Line, P. O. Box 5000 Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0 Tel: (519) Fax: (519) Probationary Firefighter Application Form Please answer all questions fully. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume may be attached but will not be accepted as substitution. All completed applications should be returned to: ATTN: Fire Department Hiring Committee Temporary Fire Station # Fourth Line, P. O. Box 5000 Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0 Please Print Using Block Letters General Information Last Name First Name Middle Name Address Apartment/Unit Number/ R. R. # City/Town Province Postal Code Home Telephone Number Daytime Telephone Number Employment History Company Name & phone number Occupation From - to Reason for leaving (if applicable) Supervisor s Name Duties: Company Name & phone number Occupation From - to Reason for leaving (if applicable) Supervisor s Name Duties: Company Name & phone number Occupation From - to Reason for leaving (if applicable) Supervisor s Name Duties: Drivers Licence Information Do you have a valid driver s licence? Yes No Indicate your driver s licence class (circle appropriate class) A B C D E F G G1 G2 Z Endorsement? Yes No

9 Six Nations Fire Department Probationary Firefighter Application Form Please check the appropriate level of any of the following skills/experience: 1 some familiarity & competence 2 advanced amateur or post secondary courses 3 certification or professional experience Employment Experience Skills Auto Mechanic Electrical Systems Electronic Systems Radio Communications Rescue Procedures, Ice, Water, Auto Extrication, Confined Space Breathing Apparatus Firefighting Practices & Terminology, Fire Prevention Courses Pumps Valves, Sprinkler Systems Building Trades or Inspection Paramedic, EMCA, Medical Training Level Briefly Explain Coaching, Teaching or Verbal Communication Skills Computer Do you have any other relevant skills? (if yes provide details) Have you ever been employed in a Fire Department capacity? (includes volunteer positions) If yes, provide Department(s) name and location Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offence for which you have not received a pardon? Yes No Education High School Length of Program Major Subject Certificate/Diploma/Degree Obtained Business, Trade or School College University Other

10 Conditions of Employment CONFIDENTIALITY REQUIREMENT Please read carefully before signing: I herby certify that the information provided is correct and understand that any false statements or deliberate omissions made by me on this application or in the recruitment or selection process may be sufficient cause for the cancellation of the application and, if I have been approved, for the immediate dismissal from the Six Nations Fire Department. I agree to submit to a medical examination, to ascertain my ability to perform the essential duties of the position after an employment interview, at the option of the Fire Department. I agree to submit any documents as required by the Six Nations Fire Department during the recruitment process. I authorize the Fire Department to make such inquires respecting the above information, as is deemed necessary. I understand that I may be required to show proof of the validity of my driver s license, professional licenses and entitlement to work in Canada, when such certification constitutes a job requirement. I agree to present proof of age if I am offered a position with the Fire Department, understanding that it is essential information for insurance purposes. I agree that I will abide by all the legislation requirements, polices and standards covering Six Nations Fire Department volunteers. Signature Date

11 Six Nations Fire Department Physical Fitness Requirements JOB RELATED PERFORMANCE EVALUATION There are five job related performance tests. The tests are designed to simulate the physical demands of a firefighter s job which requires both muscular strength and endurance. To prepare for these tests, you may wish to participate in supervised weight training, stretching and an aerobic exercise program to increase strength, improve flexibility and enhance aerobic fitness. Consult your physician and/or a qualified fitness instructor BEFORE starting any exercise program. Task #1 LADDER LIFT Candidate to lift roof ladder from brackets on Pumper, set it on the ground and stand up straight. Next, bend knees to pick up the ladder from ground and place back on the bracket. **NOTE: Two persons are required as safety ; one at each end of the ladder.** Task #2 WEIGHT CARRY Arrange obstacle course approximately 10 meters in length using cribbing, chairs, etc. so a candidate must both step over and walk around objects. The Candidate will be required to carry a toolbox or container of about 20kg at waist height both directions of course. Task #3 HOSE DRAG Prepare three lengths of 65mm hose in an accordion pattern on the ground. With free end of hose over the candidate s shoulder, have them pull the hose until they are dragging the entire load, and then continue an additional 10m. Task #4 LADDER CLIMB With the appropriate safety harness and lines, have the candidate climb to the top of a seven meter ladder while fully extended and at a 60 degree angle. Task #5 SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS With breathing apparatus face piece covered, candidate will crawl from bay area of the fire hall into another room following the wall on their right until they find a length of 38mm hose. Then connect a nozzle (lying besides the hose) to the hose and proceed to find their way back to the bay area, bringing the hose and nozzle with them.