21 years as a Memphis firefighter, and I still hate loading HOSE!

@jackjack4412

9 ай бұрын

I've loaded hose before. It was a pain in the arse, back and knees.

i wanna be a firefighter but i'm scared i'm not smart enough i was home schooled my whole life and i don't know basic math very well but i'm gonna try i hope

@HialeahMayor

9 ай бұрын

You have to get into a whole new mindset starting this very moment. Repeat this to yourself a bunch of times.. “Show me a ten foot wall and I’ll build you a twelve foot ladder “

@matthewfoutch5434

9 ай бұрын

I was also home school i and I'm a firefighter it was easy

@andrewrobles7101

9 ай бұрын

@@matthewfoutch5434did you do firefighter academy and take you’re ems classes in college ? or fit-1

@fire_1209

9 ай бұрын

I was home schooled I was never good at math but I'm now a firefighter and emt the fire academy will help you

@ryesen4469

9 ай бұрын

@@HialeahMayornfpa standard is 3-5 rungs over. Your ladder would be no good.

In the Fire academy now. The first few weeks definitely kicked my ass but now I’m at the end and so happy. It taught me I’m stronger than I thought 💪🏼

@MinMin-dx6kf

2 ай бұрын

So at the end of training do they cut recruits?

@UnifiedFireUtah

2 ай бұрын

Our motto is Stronger, Faster, Smarter. Good luck with your career!

@braydonellis2872

14 күн бұрын

Im just waiting to pass my NREMT and then get on with unified I wanna get my Fire certification but I’m scared I ain’t physically strong enough and I ain’t sure if ill be able to pass the maze

Whatever group of people made this video did an amazing job. Great narrative flow, sound quality, and amazing shots.

@BootyGoblinesque

6 ай бұрын

Them mormons sure do know how to put a clean edit together

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

@@BootyGoblinesque stereotypes are cool and all, but do nothing but perpetuate misinformation and hostility. We’re a much more diverse community than many think. Thanks for watching!

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! We're proud of the content we are able to put out and hope it is informational for all.

I have 3 weeks left till i graduate! I feel like im atop mount Everest looking down as getting EMT, Then Paramedic, and finally the Fire Academy has been a journey with highs and lows. I love being a paramedic. Thats my bread and butter. The fire side of the job has been humbling. All i can say is too have thick skin and a short memory. Because The job itself is the rewarding its the politics, perception, and all the nonsense that can wear you down. Because in this job its like a mine field of egos you must get through

@TeeJay-ph8ho

4 ай бұрын

Wow very well said

@SuperCuttysark

4 ай бұрын

Sounds like any job. I hope you graduated by now second responder.

@mitchc5538

4 ай бұрын

@@SuperCuttysark yup I graduated 😅. It’s been a truly humbling experience!

@Champe92

3 ай бұрын

So I’m assuming they allow bullying & harassment at your department when you say thick skin?..

@mitchc5538

3 ай бұрын

@@Champe92 it’s about culture and not all departments are the same. Some are guilty of that high school style hazing crap. I feel like even as a rookie we are all entitled to respect because we paid our dues to even have a seat at the table. It’s a fine line. The line between fun jokes and downright harassment. I just hope I end up in a department with a decent culture

This series got me to sign up with my local Vol. department. Been running hoses and directing traffic on calls for a few weeks with them and am starting school this week! I’ve never been so anxious and excited my life

Home schooled or not just keep believing in yourself if it’s your dream you can make it happen ! I’m retired 33 years as a fireman, I had a learning disability but I wanted it ! Be strong follow your dreams and keep going

im an international student here in VIC but man sometimes I wish I could be a firefighter here or a police officer. its a risky job but worth it because you get to save someone’s life and I bet knowing that you just saved someone’s life its gotta be the best feeling ever

Let's do it ❤

Love your videos! You are all our true SUPERHEROES! You are all amazing human beings, and we are proud of you and grateful for what you do for us 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

Appreciate your thoughts!

If I join Boot Camp, I would do Firefighting or Police Boot Camps. They don't yell at you as much and easier than military Boot Camps.

20 years old and im working hard to try to become a firefighter with a big city but also gonna go to school for firefighter and emt so i can get in with smaller towns too and help others🙏

Can’t wait to be a firefighter one day

Cool video! I’m about wrapped up with an 8ish month academy that included EMT. I’ve got military time and been thru a police academy so I didn’t think much of it in terms of difficulty. But it’s actually been pretty grindy at times. The academics are pretty involved. And you can make bunker gear suck in many ways😂

Wildland here! Hello

I just saved this 87 yr old women from a seizure And I am going to be Going through the requirements For Fire fighting In 5 years rn I got Priortys i gotta set straight but Instead of killing people i wanna save people I got a offer to join the swat team I Then Declined the offer im know Working self employed u Dab water On their heads to keep their body Temp Regulated

Episode 2 is now live!!! kzread.info/dash/bejne/inmhlLCooZXHh8o.html

Not sure what's worse. Pulling and loading 16k ft of hose in the UT cold or pulling and loading 16k ft of hose in the GA heat. I've done the GA heat and it sucks.

@UnifiedFireUtah

9 ай бұрын

I'm going to go with the cold!! Turnouts will keep you warm in the cold.....it's when you stop moving that things turn quickly!

I start fire academy soon

@trevor6433

5 ай бұрын

How’s it been

I just been told that at tye fire service department they will be recruiting from my country and I don't know if I can deal with the training but I have high hopes to the good, looking forward to the recruiting day, wish me well please

@kingjay3301

6 күн бұрын

How it go

I would love to do this, but I’m too out of shape at the moment. I’m trying to get back into diet and exercise. It would be awesome to go this this and finish someday

@UnifiedFireUtah

2 ай бұрын

Recognizing what you need to do is the first step. Get after it, you can do it!

I like fire.

Quite a few members in my family were fire fighters. I served in the Marine Corps and the Army. I am currently working on getting back into the shape I was a couple years ago. The transformation is going well. I want to become a fire fighter, but the bad part is they don't pay enough. I've gotten so accustomed to a 6-figure career and my family has gotten accustomed to it too. I'm not sure if I can turn back the wages and still afford a healthy lifestyle for us. Guess time will tell.

@dom80221

9 ай бұрын

Most departments you’ll make 100k in four years

@ionatanapula9617

9 ай бұрын

That’s absolutely not true

@braydencarey4352

9 ай бұрын

@@dom80221 Most certainly not true. The chief is lucky to make that after a lifelong career.

@dom80221

9 ай бұрын

@@braydencarey4352 most definitely true in Colorado.

@dom80221

9 ай бұрын

@@ionatanapula9617 come to Colorado and see for yourself

I want to do this and I'm very smart 💪💪💪💪

i know how to hold a garden hose and spray water. i also know how to take naps during the day can I apply?

I want to become a FIRE FIGHTER 🚒❤️

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

You can do it. Look into our processes here. unifiedfire.org/becoming-a-firefighter/

@secret-xt7rk

3 ай бұрын

@@UnifiedFireUtah I am an Indian also right now I am a student.can I get a chance to come and study there .I am currently living in India.

Hi. quick question how do you apply as fire fighter as a foreigner?

This may be a dumb question but I start this month on the 25th fire training school. My question is at the end of training do they cut recruits? Or how can a recruit not make it? Im a little nervous about the (school side of my firefighter training).

@UnifiedFireUtah

2 ай бұрын

We can't speak for every camp, only ours. We don't look to "cut" recruits, instead we demonstrate what it takes to be a fully fit and ready firefighter. It's not easy and some choose to leave on their own. We will let someone go at any time if there are issues of non-compliance or other signs of the relationship not working out. Good luck!

I want to be a firefighter, but have asthma. It isn’t bad, haven’t used an inhaler in a while only when I get really sick is when my asthma acts up but other than that I’m good. I spent 4 years as a army combat engineer and currently working as an emt, will asthma be a disqualifier?

@UnifiedFireUtah

2 ай бұрын

There isn't a blanket statement of what will keep you in or out. We follow the NFPA 1582 firefighter standard, check that out for more info. We provide every recruit a health screening as part of their onboarding with a yearly checkup.

Is it possible for foreigners who register at the US fire department academy and become US firefighters by changing the status of residents to US residents after being sworn in?

I hated hose week! lol.... I hated hose week! lol....

They get to grow mustaches in the academy. Not fair

I’m in the Marine corps reserves looking to get into firefighting.

@UnifiedFireUtah

2 ай бұрын

You should. A lot of servicemen and women make that transition, plus with us you can receive preference points on the written exam that puts you ahead of others.

I am working as a dispatcher in saudi arabia and trained as a fire fighter in nepal. I want to do NFPA fire fighter kevel 1& 2. Could you please guide me to the academy?

Im 38 , have a three year old and want to do something in my life i and my family can be proud of , i spent most my time being a lazy stoner , going from job to job , i didnt graduate highschool. I did some jr college was always told i was smart enough to do anything i want but i never applied myself . Is it too late for someone like me to try and become a fireman? Any tips ? The last four months ive really been focusing on getting in shape , thinking of warehouse work , body building etc but maybe im getting in shape for something greater, i always wanted to do something great that could help others and not just myself , is it too late to start now ?

@dust17111

8 ай бұрын

@@worldaboveandbelow5977 thank you !

@UnifiedFireUtah

8 ай бұрын

It's never too late to put in the effort! Push yourself and see what you're capable of.

@dust17111

8 ай бұрын

@@UnifiedFireUtah awesome 👍 thank you !!!

@Chxmpz

7 ай бұрын

It is not too late as long as you feel you are still physically capable. Don't let your age discourage you. Get physically fit, mentally prepared, and make sure your family is supportive of your decision. Best of luck!

@pvtryan9637

7 ай бұрын

Almost word for word the same story as mine and I'm 37 this year, too! I hope it isn't too late for me either. Good luck to us!

Hey guys, I am going to move to utah, and i will maybe want to become a fire fighter but i have some medical conditions, I just want to make a difference in the world

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

You’ll never know unless you give it a try! Go for it!

I’m not complaining when I ask this question. Are all fire academies as physically demanding as this fire academy?

@Alex_Amoroso2003

9 ай бұрын

Nope

@kylejanof5165

9 ай бұрын

Okay. Are you a firefighter?

@Alex_Amoroso2003

9 ай бұрын

@@kylejanof5165 no sir I work in EMS side of things at a private department but i have worked fire ems so I talked to the guy a lot and so forth

@thekitchen6378

9 ай бұрын

FDNY used to have a pretty hard academy. I went through 16 years ago. It was 6 months long. It’s nothing like that anymore. Much more watered down to accommodate the so called protected categories of employee . I assume many cities which are run by democrats have similar situations. Chicago, DC, Baltimore.

@Will97675

9 ай бұрын

Every academy will be different as far as the daily physical fitness. You need to enter the academy already having great cardiovascular strength as well as physical strength. The academy I went to had us do 50 pushups, 50 sit-ups, 50 burpees, 50 20lb sledge hammer swings against a tire, dummy drags, and a timed 2 mile run every morning. Academies may have easier or more difficult expectations as far as fitness.

If anyone one thinks fire academy is intense, try border patrol. The first few you're in Artesia, there's something called EOD (entry on duty) and basically what it is is they yell their asses off at you while you're getting processed.

@DeadShot-cj5gf

6 ай бұрын

Bruh😂that’s it

@iommic7981

6 ай бұрын

No thanks

i think about being a fire fighter and if i was going to be one i would attend the academy in like 2 years, and ngl im pretty weak and skinny. how should i prepare for that in the time i have?

@UnifiedFireUtah

Ай бұрын

The biggest thing to overcome is the mindset that you can't do something. Start working on your fitness and strength building now, create that lifestyle. You don't have to be a bodybuilder in this line of work, but you do need to be able to sustain a workload over a period of time. Some strength is essential and required. You'll get there!

@violetttttttt

Ай бұрын

@UnifiedFireUtah Thank you so much for the tips! I definitely need to start working on strength for my health anyway, and it's great to know you don't have to be insanely strong in that line of work. Thank you!

about 10-16 hours of dragging hose so do tgey get some kind of water break or just water???

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

Health and safety are always monitored. Plenty of meal and water breaks are given.

@realmadduck2464

3 ай бұрын

@@UnifiedFireUtah ah ok

My dream is to become best fire fighter I really like it but in my country there's no training academy of fire fighter so how you can help me

Do you have to go through an academy if you decide to leave your station and go to a different one in a different state

@UnifiedFireUtah

8 ай бұрын

More than likely yes. Most departments will put you through their own academy, regardless of your previous training/experience.

If I didn’t finish high school can I still join in the fire Department?

@chanceryder9736

9 ай бұрын

Yes with a GED

@jakelikesacoustic8146

9 ай бұрын

Go get your GED and go to fire academy asap

@BootyGoblinesque

6 ай бұрын

Gotta get your GED

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

Our hiring requirements are a high school diploma or equivalent, drivers license, and a background check. We’ll help you with the rest!

I have a hard time believing hose day was a 16-18 hour day if we are falling out at 8:30 sounds like cap to me

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

It's all good. Recruits begin their day at 0630hrs and have stayed as late as 2300hrs. It was certainly a long day no matter how many hours it ended up being.

Im 15 years old and hope to be hired at my local fire department someday but I have asthma. Are three any firefighters here who could tell me if I can still get hired?

Hello, I am Filipino and I am interested in joining your organization as a firefighter. Could you guide me on the application process in your country? Thank you for the assistance, as I am eager to serve in your nation.

@sarappinastv8448

3 ай бұрын

Kindly leave a comment in my statement thank you so much officers

@sarappinastv8448

3 ай бұрын

But before that Can I work as a firefighter in your country despite being Filipino?"

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

Kumusta! To be eligible for employment here with us you basically have to be able to work legally in the US. This can be done through the E-Verify program. Search that up for details. Good luck!

Do you need college to be a firefighter ?

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

While each department will vary on what they require, ours is a high school diploma, drivers license, and pass a background check. We help you with the rest.

I want to be a firefighter.. i know it's not going to be easy but i want it 😭 now i need money for school 😢

“What’s gonna go on in those 48hrs” medical aid after medical aid

@UnifiedFireUtah

2 ай бұрын

We do much much more than just medical calls, though they do consume the majority of our response. Hazmat incidents, motor vehicle accidents, entrapments and extrications, school visits, station tours, community events, etc.

No way some of these cadets passed the CPAT. Must not have required… they should require it. Basic level of fitness to pass it, would have cut 1/3 of those recruits that shouldn’t have been there.

@Jakesharp97

10 күн бұрын

Big talk over the internet brother. I’m sure you’re super badass 🙄

I would do this if the job paid enough to actually live comfortably.

@Burritosarebetterthantacos

9 ай бұрын

I checked the salary and without knowing the region it seems a little low. However, it probably scales up quickly. I think it goes without saying there are much easier ways to make $60k.

@owensweetland342

8 ай бұрын

You write your own check.

@BootyGoblinesque

6 ай бұрын

It absolutely can and does. You're looking at the wrong fire departments. You don't have to live in the Bay or in NYC to make 6 figures, there's lots of affordable places to live that have fire departments paying $60,000+ as a starting salary (which goes up very quickly by tens of thousands). I live in probably one of the shittiest states to be a firefighter in and the department right next to me pays $60,000 if you already have your certifications).

@Burritosarebetterthantacos

6 ай бұрын

@@BootyGoblinesque Goes up tens of thousands? Wheres that?😂

@hattrickk3338

4 ай бұрын

$77k starting salary by me

I swear everybody pays attention to detail until they get out of the academy. Then everybody forgets 5gat saying.

@UnifiedFireUtah

2 ай бұрын

It certainly can happen. All need to take personal accountability for what they've learned and apply it.

its similar to navy seals training

@mallman23

3 ай бұрын

How? Lol

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

While we appreciate the sentiment we gotta be honest, definitely not that intense. But thanks!

I want to do this but I’m not very smart

@UnifiedFireUtah

2 ай бұрын

Smart is a relative term. Apply yourself and work hard. You can make it happen.

Really? You puts ads on🤔

Find someone that knows basic math that will help you.Good Luck

Alot of people out of shape in a recruit academy, what a joke

Mustaches and watches in the academy very weird….. especially since not everyone has a watch

Do you guys believe in mental abuse, bullying & harassment to train your department? Yelling & cussing & bullying should be illegal in the fire academies. Paramilitary is ridiculous & nonsense. Train them the right way not abuse them & make them into emotionless robots.

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

Hello @Champe92, thanks for watching and reaching out. We appreciate your inquiry into our methods and tactics of training our new recruits. Curious as to what part of the video you felt was cussing, yelling, bullying, and abusing as none of those methods are used or displayed here. In fact, if you listen to the instructor cadre share their thoughts throughout the video, all you see and hear is encouragement, teaching, and mental fortitude being advocated. There is a demand for alertness, respect, attention to detail, effort, and situational awareness, as these characteristics are the skills that will keep us alive in a dangerous incident or situation. Hope this helps clarify your concern, please know we wholeheartedly agree there is no place for tearing down or mentally abusing new recruits. Not a path we pursue, but rather we build individuals with strong character and help them see and find their own potential that many times they didn't know they even had. Take care.

@gailmike2001

2 ай бұрын

Go to your safe space you will always be a failure in life

I hated hose week! lol...

@UnifiedFireUtah

3 ай бұрын

It’s universally disliked for sure.

@Thatkidclapper14

2 ай бұрын

@@UnifiedFireUtahI know I’m late but it’s been a dream of mine to become a firefighter I can do almost everything that it would require mentally physically my only weakness is I can’t do a push up to save my life I can do a whole lot of other things just didn’t do push up’s when I was younger so I’m not very good at them any tips or words of wisdom

@UnifiedFireUtah

2 ай бұрын

@@Thatkidclapper14 It's not always what you can and can't do, but rather the effort to make it happen. Keep working on it, you will surprise yourself.

I’m a 280 lesbian with anger issues if I apply for job I’m sure they’ll make me captain in a year.I love social promotions lol