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WFD Membership Information
Volunteering
with the Whippany Fire Department is one of the most rewarding volunteer
experiences you will find. Our volunteers come from a variety of
backgrounds. We have members from law enforcement to the trucking
industry. Our volunteers are parents and students. Our volunteers have
careers and families, yet they give of their time and talents freely, to
help answer the call of those in need.
Members
dedicate their time and talents to answer hundreds of emergency calls
each year. In addition, they attend monthly business and training
meetings, help with fund raisers, keep vehicles, buildings and
equipment, clean and in working order, and all the other "behind the
scenes work" that goes on. This is not meant to scare off would be volunteers, but to give you a sense of what the dedicated men and women in your community go through for you and your family. The reasons people volunteer vary, but the outcome is always the same...help and compassion toward our neighbors and families, and a gift back to the community. (Under 18 years old)
(Over 18 years old) Each member is issued a pager and firefighting gear upon being voted-in as an Active Member. Other items, such as uniforms and badges, will be issued to members at the Fire Department's discretion. During a member's probationary period, they will have to successfully complete the Fire Fighter I program. This class must be completed within 1 year of joining the Department. (Courses will be paid for by the department) |