1. Yesterday Todaytwenty-one years of age and of good moral character 18 years of age, High School Diploma, ApplicationHe must have a fair Knowledge of the three RsWritten Exam, Physical Ability Test, Oral InterviewApplicationChiefs Interview, Background, Polygraph,Powers of endurance testedMedical ExamReferences are seen and examinedProbation15 days of probationSalary of $24,000 - $80,000 per yearSalary of a whopping $1,000 per year

2. The foundation of the ethical code at West Point is found in the Academys motto,"Duty, Honor, Country." Cadets also develop ethically by adhering to the CadetHonor Code, which states "A cadet will not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate those whodo." 3. HONORHow do we honor ? MemoriesActions 4. HONORI HAVE NO AMBITION IN THIS WORLD BUT ONE, ANDTHAT IS TO BE A FIREMAN. THE POSITION MAY, INTHE EYES OF SOME, APPEAR TO BE A LOWLY ONE; BUT THOSE WHOKNOW THE WORK WHICH A FIREMAN HAS TO DO BELIEVEHIS IS A NOBEL CALLING. OUR PROUDEST MOMENTIS TO SAVE... LIVES. UNDER THE IMPULSE OF SUCH THOUGHTSTHE NOBILITY OF THE OCCUPATION THRILLS USAND STIMULATES US TO DEEDS OF DARING,EVEN OF SUPREME SACRIFICE.Edward F. CrockerChief of DepartmentFDNY1899-1911 5. Occupational Threats Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosive eventsThe biggest nightmare that many of us have is that one of these terrorist member organizations within this syndicate of terror will get their hands on a Weapon of Mass Destruction,- Secretary of State Hillary Clinton War on Terrorism The Homeland Security Department is testing a program with the New York City fire department to share intelligence information so firefighters are better prepared when they respond to emergency calls. Homeland Security also trains the New York City fire service in how to identify material or behavior that may indicate terrorist activities. If its successful, the government intends to expand the program to other major metropolitan areas. Building Construction Learn more about lightweight construction components and the performance of these building materials during fires to create a safer operational environment for firefighters. These components include trusses, glue laminated beams, I-joists, structural composite lumber, structural insulated panels, and wood structural panels that are replacing dimensional lumber in many applications. 6. Occupational Threats New Equipment & TechnologyEquipment & Technology exist, however it has not had the benefit of acceptance due to the fact that thereare limited funds from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program and the Government is trying toreduce that funding further. This has a direct effect on you. Unprecedented decline in fundingFunding to hire new FFs ?Downsizing - Minimum StaffingBrownoutsEquipment will have to last longer, making it more dangerous 7. The Solution Preparation Books, Video, Audio, Prepare for the job not the Interview Practice Volunteer, Reserve, POC, Cadet etc. Practice does not make perfect Only perfect practice makes perfect Presentation Deliver your Message with sincere enthusiasm as if it wasanother day on the job. 8. Why do I want this job? What thoughts burn inside me? Is this is a lifestyle I want to lead? Does this calling correspond with my values?We cant hear what youre saying, because what youre doing rings so loudly in our ears!