Laws/ Programs Jr.s in PA

[Mike K]

Does anyone have a copy of any PA state laws pertaining to JR. Firefighters?

Also, does anyone have any programs set up just for your Jr's? SOP'S, Do's & Don't

Sign in/Sign out sheets?

Thanks
Mike K.

[EngineCoGirl]

Hey..I was in our JR's for 4 years and finished as Captain. We have some rules for our JR's. They're split up into 3 levels. First level is entry level, they can't be anywhere near the fall zone at fires. Level two is 20 hours of training. They can be inside the fall zone, but cannot do any exterior firefighting. Level three is 40 hours or more training and they can be inside the fall zone and aid in exterior attack only if operating with another firefighter. Our JR's cannot go inside a burning structure. And can only go in after the fire is out after the cheif declares the building safe and must be accompanied by firefighters. They are also not allowed to respond to any Hazardous Materials incidents or car accidents. On weekdays while school is in session they are not allowed to respond to alarms past 9pm. They can attend all department training sessions and may also take county training classes if they do so desire. Entry age for our JR's is 14. Most join the actual fire departement at 18 but may remain a JR till the age of 21 if they want. (Though idunno why they'd wanna). I think that's about it. Hope it was helpful.

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[Wayno]

Mike,

First off get a copy of the child labor laws and use this as a basis and email me direct with a fax # and I can send you a copy of what we use.

[Fireman Ry]

[This message has been edited by Fireman Ry (edited November 08, 2000).]