How do I become a firefighter in Dublin?

How do I become a firefighter in Dublin?

To become a firefighter you need to be:

1. In good health and to have good eyesight.
2. You must have good physical fitness.
3. Must live & work within a reasonable distance of the Fire Station where you wish to serve.
4. You must be prepared to work at heights.
5. You must be prepared to work in hot and humid atmospheres.

How many fire stations are there in Dublin?

Dublin Fire Brigade (DFB) is your fire, rescue and emergency ambulance service. We are the largest full time brigade in the country. With 12 full-time stations and two part-time stations in strategic locations across Dublin we can respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

How many firefighters are in Ireland?

The fire service is operated at local authority level by 30 service delivery units. There are 218 fire stations throughout the country with 3,245 serving fire service personnel, of whom 1,206 are full-time and 2,039 are retained (on a 24 hour basis).

Are firefighters paid in Ireland?

An early career Fireman with 1-4 years of experience earns an average total compensation (includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of €31,068 based on 12 salaries. An experienced Fireman with 10-19 years of experience earns an average total compensation of €34,392 based on 8 salaries.

Is there a fire brigade in Dublin Ireland?

The Dublin Fire Brigade ( DFB; Irish: Briogáid Dóiteáin Átha Cliath) is the local authority fire and rescue service for Dublin City and the majority of the Greater Dublin Area. It is a branch of Dublin City Council.

Where was the first fire station in Dublin?

The brigade consisted of 24 men with a makeshift fire brigade station on Winetavern Street in The Liberties. In 1898 the Dublin Fire Brigade Ambulance Service was established. The turn of the century saw the brigade have its first fire stations and permanent headquarters built, with the first motorised fire engine coming on stream in 1909.

What does the Dublin California Fire Department do?

In addition to fire suppression, the Alameda County Fire Department provides, under contract, first-responder/paramedic services on all engine companies and all necessary fire and emergency medical support services. The Dublin Fire Prevention Bureau performs plan reviews and inspections of new construction.

How is the Dublin Fire and Rescue Service funded?

Dublin Fire Brigade’s fire and rescue resources are funded by and under the remit of Dublin City Council. Medical resources are funded by the HSE via service-level agreement from the National Ambulance Service annual budget.