Have you got what it takes to be a firefighter?

Take a minute to consider the following questions, to find out whether firefighting could be the career for you:

•   Are you genuinely interested in people and able to get on with people from different backgrounds and cultures?

•   Are you committed to promoting the safety of your community?

•   Do you enjoy working as part of a team?

•   Could you work under pressure to support your colleagues?

•   Can you think on your feet to solve problems, react flexibly and use your initiative?

•   Would you be able to deal sensitively with members of the public in difficult and emotional situations?

•   Would you be able to take on the responsibility of representing a professional service?

•   Are you committed to always maintaining and developing your skills?

•   Do you enjoy working in a job where there is lots of change?

•   Are you prepared to follow instructions from others?

•   Are you prepared to work unsocial work patterns, which may include night shifts, weekend work and public holidays?

•   Are you dependable and can be relied on to do something?

•   Are you prepared to commit around 16 weeks to your initial training (you will be paid for this time), with no time off for holidays?

•   Are you prepared, at emergency incidents, to work for several hours in difficult conditions without a break?

You don't have to answer 'yes' to every single one of these questions, but  they give an idea of the sort of person London Fire Brigade is looking for.  If you think firefighting might be for you, fill out the registration form today.