| Phoenix Fire Water Safety Mock Drowning | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/fire/3059 | Fire | | 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM | | https://youtu.be/lF8LCvxcBBM | Phoenix Fire Water Safety Mock Drowning | <div class="ExternalClass777A7442E9CD4C6B941EF2D8B17293EF"><html>
<p><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">On Thursday, March 28</span>
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<span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">With 90% of drownings reported in backyard pools, the event took place in a Phoenix backyard. The event was supported with cooperation of Phoenix police officers and firefighters included in the mock scenario. Local media was invited to observe the realistic simulation carefully orchestrated by trained professionals to emphasize key safety principles.</span>
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<span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">In the simulation a young child portrayed to be in distress in the water, as the parents of the child were distracted. Spectators witnessed the reaction from the parents to quickly pull the child from the pool, call 9-1-1, and start CPR. First responders arrived and worked to perform proper rescue techniques and procedures. Then, proceeded to load the child into the ambulance as if they would be taken to a nearby hospital.</span>
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<span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">Following the simulation, the Phoenix Fire Department and other partners including City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Aquatics Department, Phoenix Police, the Phoenix Fire Foundation, SRP, and the United Phoenix Firefighters Local 493 shared crucial safety tips and resources with the media. </span>
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<span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">Those tips emphasizing the importance of never swimming alone, always using barriers including pool fences, wearing life jackets when appropriate, and always supervising children closely around water.</span>
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<span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">As the event concluded informational pamphlets, brochures, and other materials containing valuable water safety tips and resources were shared. Door hangers with the ABCs of water safety from Phoenix Fire Fire’s Drowning Zero campaign were also distributed in both English and Spanish.</span>
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<span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">Representatives from the Aquatics Department also shared the upcoming information regarding swimming lessons and city pools opening in the City of Phoenix. </span>
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<span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">By organizing such an event, the City of Phoenix demonstrated its dedication to proactive community outreach and education, empowering residents with the knowledge and skills needed to stay safe around water. Learn more about water safety and Drowning Zero by visiting this webpage. </span>
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| Firefighter 2024 Written Test Recap | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/fire/3056 | Fire | | 3/27/2024 11:00:00 PM | | https://youtu.be/XCzs2nf7yNs | Firefighter 2024 Written Test Recap | <div class="ExternalClass86B45CD6239B43A685B32CFA18345788"><html>
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For many, the dream of becoming a Phoenix firefighter will soon become a reality. On Tuesday March 26th, over 500 future Phoenix firefighters took the first step in the hiring process by completing the written test. <br><br>Applicants who successfully pass the written test will be placed on the Firefighter Recruit eligibility list by the City of Phoenix Human Resources Department. When the list is certified, it will be forwarded to the Fire Department. The Fire Department uses the eligible list to invite applicants for job interviews. <br><br>Anyone who missed this opportunity but are interested in taking a future written test are encouraged to attend the upcoming Recruitment Information Session. The next session is scheduled for April 3rd. Those with interest in the Phoenix Fire department are encouraged to follow @PHXFire on social media for additional dates and information about recruiting. A link to the April session is below:<br> <br><a target="_blank" href="https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19:meeting_MDk0ODk1ODktNjhiYS00NGQ1LTk0NTItYTNlMTlhMGFkY2Y2%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22:%2296b9695c-4f0e-42bd-8adf-ba755760346b%22%2c%22Oid%22:%22fb10487e-ac98-40d7-bf76-53187838ceec%22%7d">Join April 3 Meeting</a><br></p>
<p> <br>To learn more about recruitment for Phoenix firefighter please visit the <a target="_blank" href="/fire/employment/firefighters">careers </a>homepage. For questions regarding recruitment, please contact Phoenix Fire's Recruitment team by email <a target="_blank" href="mailto:recruitment.pfd@phoenix.gov">recruitment.pfd@phoenix.gov</a>. <br></p>
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