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Volunteer Firefighters, EMT's and support personnel
Upper Merion Township Fire and Rescue Services
175 West Valley Forge Road
King of Prussia, PA 19406
610-205-8554
Description
A storm breaks out unexpectedly in Upper Merion Township. Lightning causes a home to catch fire. Cars crash in the blinding rain. People of all ages call for help! What would happen if no one answered the call? Who would respond to protect the lives and property of the community? Who would be there to help?
Everyday, in every community, emergency responders answer the call of our families, friends and neighbors who are in need of assistance. From car accidents to heart attacks, from house fires to technical rescues, emergency responders are there to protect lives and property. Emergency responders are a special type of people, with many different reasons for answering the call of duty. Some like the challenges and the adrenaline rush, while others like to sharpen their emergency skills and techniques. Every one of them answers the call so that they can help someone in need.
Today’s emergency responders do far more than put out fires or bandage wounds. Emergency responders are the first line of defense in natural and man-made disasters. They respond to vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, specialized rescue situations and a vast array of emergency medical complaints.
The Upper Merion Township Fire and Rescue Services is seeking volunteers to join their volunteer companies to serve our community. The municipality is served by three all volunteer companies (Swedeland, Swedesburg and King of Prussia) and a combination (volunteer and paid) emergency medical squad. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a volunteer member of the fire department or ambulance squad, please contact us.
Volunteers are always needed for firefighting, emergency medical & other administrative assistance. Below is a sampling of the benefits provided to the volunteers:
• Team Concept
• Strengthen Personal Values
• Increase Self Esteem
• Camaraderie
• Creates Lifelong Friendships
• Self Fulfillment
• Networking
• Free Training
• Pension Program
• Company Incentives
• Access to On-line College Education with Discount Tuition
• Life Insurance
• Educational Scholarships
• Years of Service Recognition Program
• Free Uniforms and personnel Protective Clothing
• Company Banquets & Awards
There are many more incentives that are offered by each agency.
Everyday, in every community, emergency responders answer the call of our families, friends and neighbors who are in need of assistance. From car accidents to heart attacks, from house fires to technical rescues, emergency responders are there to protect lives and property. Emergency responders are a special type of people, with many different reasons for answering the call of duty. Some like the challenges and the adrenaline rush, while others like to sharpen their emergency skills and techniques. Every one of them answers the call so that they can help someone in need.
Today’s emergency responders do far more than put out fires or bandage wounds. Emergency responders are the first line of defense in natural and man-made disasters. They respond to vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, specialized rescue situations and a vast array of emergency medical complaints.
The Upper Merion Township Fire and Rescue Services is seeking volunteers to join their volunteer companies to serve our community. The municipality is served by three all volunteer companies (Swedeland, Swedesburg and King of Prussia) and a combination (volunteer and paid) emergency medical squad. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a volunteer member of the fire department or ambulance squad, please contact us.
Volunteers are always needed for firefighting, emergency medical & other administrative assistance. Below is a sampling of the benefits provided to the volunteers:
• Team Concept
• Strengthen Personal Values
• Increase Self Esteem
• Camaraderie
• Creates Lifelong Friendships
• Self Fulfillment
• Networking
• Free Training
• Pension Program
• Company Incentives
• Access to On-line College Education with Discount Tuition
• Life Insurance
• Educational Scholarships
• Years of Service Recognition Program
• Free Uniforms and personnel Protective Clothing
• Company Banquets & Awards
There are many more incentives that are offered by each agency.
Volunteer Category: Firefighter, EMT, Fundraising, Community Education, Department Support, Other, Junior Members
Requirements
1. No prior fire or emergency medical training required. Training will be provided Free of Charge.
2. Must be 15 years of age to be a Junior Firefighter.
3. Must be 18 years of age to be Active Firefighter or Emergency Medical Responder.
4. Attendance to Monthly training and company meetings.
5. Must become State Certified Firefighter I within 2 years to become an Active Firefighter.
6. Must attend Basic Fire Police Training to become a Fire Patrolman.
2. Must be 15 years of age to be a Junior Firefighter.
3. Must be 18 years of age to be Active Firefighter or Emergency Medical Responder.
4. Attendance to Monthly training and company meetings.
5. Must become State Certified Firefighter I within 2 years to become an Active Firefighter.
6. Must attend Basic Fire Police Training to become a Fire Patrolman.
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