New Users Attempting to Join the Forum

Thinking of joining the forum. Please read this section for guidance on how to join and what you need to do.

Announcements, News and Updates

This is the section were we will post any announcements, news or updates associated with the forum and the site.

Frequently Asked Questions

This section contains the most frequently asked questions and also information for new users or those thinking of joining.

Fire and Rescue Service Deaths

Not a section we hope to post in on a regular basis. Section designed to notify members of firefighter deaths. Please feel free to add your condolences or inform us of a death.

Fire and Rescue Service Changes

This section is for discussions and debate regarding the changes which are occuring within your FRS.

Fire Service History

Discuss topics relating to the History of the UK Fire Service.

Historic Appliances and Equipment

Discussion on historic appliances, restoration projects and equipment.

The Good Old Days

Discuss topics relating to the good old days in the UK Fire Service.

General Operational Topics

Discuss any other general operational topic which cannot be covered in any other of the forums topics.

Equipment and Appliances

1. Operational Equipment,
2. Personal Protective Equipment,
3. Modern Fire Appliances

Discuss Fire Service Equipment, PPE and Appliances.

Operational Tactics

Discuss your operational tactics here. Discuss incident scenarios that you have faced or could face in the future.

Training and Development

Discuss Training Courses, Exams, Promotions, IPDS and all your NVQ stuff in here.

The Control Room

Discussions for all on control issues ranging from mobilisations to communications.

Station Mess Room

Discuss all the on station stuff here. This can be anything that involves firefighters and station life.

General Recruitment

If non of the other recruitment sections can help you, post in here to find the answer.

Selection Tests

1. Application Form,
2. Written Tests,
3. Physical Tests,
4. Interview Stage,
5. Medical Stage

Discuss all aspects of the selection tests, interviews and medicals here.

Personal Qualities and Attributes

Discuss and get advice on your Personal Qualities and Attributes (PQAs)
Subscribing Members Only.

Success Stories

OK, so you made it through and want to tell us all. Place your success story in here and congratulations will follow.

Health and Fitness

This section is designed for members to discuss Health and Fitness, either at entry level or serving firefighters.

Community Fire Safety

This forum is open to all including members of the general public to discuss any issue relating to fire safety in the home.

Fire Safety in the Work Place

This forum can be used to discuss all aspects of fire safety in the workplace by any member including members of the public.

Introduce Yourself

Just joined the forum, why not let us know who you are by saying hello, or just break the ice with your introduction.

The Firefighters Charity

Find out about the Firefighters Charity by raising your questions and discussions in here.

The Polling Booth

This is the place to cast your vote on particular topics. If you want a poll adding, just let us know and we will add it.

General Discussion

Discuss any other fire related subject here.