FAQs

Training Requirements

What are the minimum requirements to be certified as an Interior Firefighter?

Westchester County requires all volunteer firefighters to successfully complete 150 hours of Firefighter 1 and Self-Rescue curriculum before being certified as an interior firefighter.
- Note: Firefighter 1 & Self Rescue courses are generally held in the evening on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Westchester Department of Emergency Services (4 Dana Rd. Valhalla, NY 10595)

What additional training does Millwood Fire Company require?

Approximately 24 hours per year of training. Generally held in the evenings on Tuesday

Time Commitment

How often do you need to be "on call?"

The Millwood Fire Company requires members to respond to 15% of total annual calls, amounting to members spending approximately 36 hours per year responding to emergencies. No one is "on call." We know you're busy- respond to emergencies whenever it best fits your schedule.

What are the hourly commitments required?

The average firefighter at Millwood Fire Company dedicates around 70-80 hours per year. These hours are distributed as follows:
- 1. Training every Tuesday: 24 hours of training per year required
  2. Monthly meetings: 12 hours of meetings per year required
  3. Responding to calls: 15% of calls, or approximately 36 hours per year
  4. Community Events: Variable- any and every hour counts

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