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When we think of high-risk jobs in NYC’s civil services, we immediately think of the essential work that law enforcement, firefighters, and court workers do. However, what you don’t know is that sanitation workers are also facing difficult circumstances in the line of duty. To most, this doesn’t make sense because the other professions mentioned above …
We all know how it goes in the movies; fires and explosions break out, people panic, and one guy picks up the radio and shouts “mayday, mayday, mayday.” But what is a mayday operation, and when does a firefighter categorize a situation as such? Usually, firefighters will call for help when they are trapped in …
Firefighters belong to one of the most highly rewarding, yet most dangerous professions. They’re at risk of various types of injuries and burns while on duty, making their job all the more life-threatening. In 2020, firefighters across the United States have been met with yet another challenge: the coronavirus. They’ve been part of the first …
Simple Steps Firefighters Can Take When Tackling Crisis on the Front Line amid COVID-19 Read More »
When most people think about a job in civil service or law enforcement, they tend to think about the flashy jobs we see on TV. The NYPD or New York’s firefighting force isn’t the only option for people aspiring to serve the American public. The courts of the USA can’t function without the infrastructural staff …
Like all professions, law enforcement has some work to do when it comes to gender inclusion in their workforce. The statistics show that only 26.7% of all Law Enforcement employees are women. When you look at the numbers for officers, it gets even worse; only 12.6% of officers are women. This number is far behind other …
Being a firefighter is a dangerous job and not everyone is cut out for it. Firefighters are at the frontlines when disaster strikes, putting their own safety behind to ensure that others are protected. They display true bravery and heroism when it comes to ensuring the safety of the community, taking bold and dangerous steps that …
Becoming an NYC Firefighter: Commonly Asked Questions Read More »
Over the years, technological advancements have opened new doors and outlined a wide range of opportunities for us in every industry. It’s brought ease of living and better communication to all facets of our life—seeping into even the most mundane tasks that we perform daily. But perhaps the most epic transformation brought by technological advancements …
What’s The Future of Law Enforcement Communications? Read More »
Firefighters have one of the most high-pressure and high-risk jobs out there. They possess specialized skills to put out fires and prevent them from reoccurring, investigate possible sources of fire (especially if arson may be involved), and conduct rescue missions for the sick, elderly, and injured. Firefighters are typically the first responders when an accident …
Firefighting isn’t exactly a typical job. Firefighting is an extremely specialized field of civil service that requires extensive physical and mental training and conditioning. While the consequences of making a mistake in most other professions are largely limited to losing a customer, being reprimanded by a supervisor, or getting fired, the consequences of making a …
While building a career in law enforcement is considered challenging by many, millions across the country pursue it because of how rewarding it can be. Sworn law enforcement officers take an oath to uphold and enforce the law and have the authority to make arrests and carry firearms. According to a US Bureau of Labor Statistics report …
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