It is the intent of the North Tongass Volunteer Fire Department to select and screen applicants who will best suit the department’s mission and goals according to the membership guidelines.

In order for an applicant to be accepted as a member of this organization, you must meet the following guidelines;

Minimum Basic Requirements:

o 18 years of age

o Possess a current & valid driver’s license from any state, able to obtain an Alaskan drivers within one year.

o Provide criminal and driving background check. Department will reimburse applicant’s expenses upon acceptance as member.

o Sign Hepatitis B Vaccination form regarding acceptance or declining vaccine.

Additional Requirements:

1. Applicants may be disqualified for any felony or misdemeanor convictions involving, but not limited to, driving, violence, alcohol, drugs—including misuse of prescription drugs, and deceit.

2. Applicants must not be on any mind-altering prescription drugs or have consumed alcohol while on duty.

3. Applicants must pass department medical physical and Physical Agility Test (PAT) to be considered for membership.

4. The membership committee will check a minimum of three references on each applicant. Any unfavorable references may cause the application to be rejected. The membership committee will determine what is unfavorable.

5. Must have good personal hygiene.

6. Applicants must understand rules and regulations set forth by the department and division for which they are applying.

Third Quarter Drill Schedule

2011

 

 July 5                   -             Ladder Drill

July 12                 -             Run Review

July 19                 -             Interior Fire Attack

July 26                 -             Lifting Techniques, Physical Fitness

August 6               -             Drafting Operations

August 9               -             Run Review

August 16             -             Engine Response Operations

August 23             -             Code Drill

August 30             -             Airpack/Low Visibility Drill

September 6        -             Standing Takedown, Back Boarding

September 13      -             Maximum Water Flow Drill

September 20      -             Run Reviews

September 27      -             Patient Evaluations

 

Required FEMA classes for all NTVFD Personnel	Click on links below.  Click on Downloads for Classroom and download the student manual. Go back to the intro page and click on Interactive Web-based Course. Complete the online course and return to the intro page to take the final test.  Complete the test and fill out the information sheet.  Once you receive your certificate please bring it to the office so a copy can be put into your file.
	ICS - 100        IS - 700 ICS - 200        IS - 800