Generally work about 40 hours per week. Forest fire fighters may work more than 50 hours a week if the fire season is particularly busy.
Work days, nights, weekends, and holidays. City fire fighters usually have a set schedule, whereas forest fire fighters' schedules are subject to weather and fire conditions.
Spend much of their time at fire stations, which are like dorms. They must be prepared to respond immediately to an emergency.
FIRE FIGHTERS will:
Use water, chemicals, and tools to put out fires
Work in teams
Work days, nights, weekends, and holidays
FIRE FIGHTERS frequently:
Stand, walk, and run for long periods of time while fighting fires.
Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Keep or regain balance.
It is important that FIRE FIGHTERS be able to:
Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
Be physically active for long periods without getting tired or out of breath.
Use stomach & lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without tiring.
