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Self-Assessment Questionnaire
(PDF)
Minimum Requirements to be a
Firefighter in Ontario may include:
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Legally entitled to work
in Canada.
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Minimum 18 years of age.
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DZ license (must have
available a Statement of Driving Record from the
Ministry of Transportation).
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20/30 uncorrected vision
with no significant abnormalities in colour vision.
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Secondary School Diploma
or equivalent (must have documentation: i.e. diploma
or equivalency documents).
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Basic CPR (Level C) and
Standard First Aid.
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Excellent physical and
mental condition.
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Ability to work as a
team member.
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Ability to cope in high
stress situations.
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Additional requirements
may be requested by individual Fire Departments.
Note: Firefighter Physical
Testing will be required upon conditional offer of
employment
A Firefighters responsibilities have changed over the
years. Firefighters can expect:
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Medical Emergencies
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Hazardous Materials
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Fire
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Automobile Accidents
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Specialized Rescue (High Angle)
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Water Rescue
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Other emergency responses
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