PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Prospect
Road Volunteer Fire Fighter Recruitment Drive -
September 25th from 10-2
(Friday, September 24,
2004) - Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Service advises residents
of the Prospect Road area that the third annual open house and volunteer
fire fighter recruitment drive will take place on Saturday, September
25, 2004 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Open houses will take place
at station 52 in Hatchet Lake and station 53 in Terence Bay.
Becoming a volunteer fire fighter means being part of a team that
fights fires, saves lives, conducts rescues, assists with fire prevention,
administers first aid, and helps the community. The Fire service
is dedicated to saving lives and protecting property through fire
prevention, suppression and public education.
Qualifications to become a volunteer fire fighter include: living
within the district, physically fit, available for training once
per week, grade 12 or equivalent, a clean criminal record, and a
driver’s abstract demonstrating safe driving habits.
Benefits to volunteers include learning new skills, serving your
community, self satisfaction, and future career opportunities. The
fire service provides uniforms, protective equipment and free training.
Fire fighting is one of the most rewarding professions in the community.
If you believe you have what it takes to meet the challenges of
our business, we invite you to join us on September 25th.
Remember, You can make a difference!
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For further information contact:
Barb Sawatsky
430-8751 or visit:
www.prospectfire.com
