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Wildland Firefighters fight wild fires in different ways. The most common is to 'dig line', |
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this is when the crew clears all brush, grass and debris, down to soil level 18 inches wide, |
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using various tools, in an effort to stop the fire from spreading on the ground. |
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Firefighters also do what is called 'Mop up', this is when they go into a burned area, |
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and extinquish or remove burning material near the control lines. They cut down trees, |
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dig up root systems, and put out smoldering 'hot spots'. |
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS |
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Firefighters MUST be Physically fit and able to pass a "Pack Test". |
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This is a 3 mile walk with a 45-lb pound vest, which must be completed in 45 minutes or less. |
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Firefighters must also attend and satisfactorially complete "Firefighter Guard School". |
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Duties involve field work requiring physical performance calling for above-average endurance |
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and/or superior conditioning. These duties may include an occasional demand for |
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extraordinarily strenuous activities, in emergencies under adverse environmental conditions |
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and over extended periods of time. |
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Requirements include running, walking, climbing, jumping, twisting, bending and lifting repeatedly. |
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