Saving Those Who Save Others

摘要

"Congratulations. Welcome to the department." These are words we all recall after being sworn in to either the fire service or the emergency medical services (EMS). Now it's off to the fire academy to expand our minds, train our muscles, and learn about the behaviors of smoke and fire. That first day is a whirlwind of knowledge as the instructors explain the state courses that every candidate must pass, one of which includes both written and practical challenges if you intend to become a firefighter, either career of volunteer.