Dublin Fire service recruitment? Anyone know??

johnnyrotten · 10-03-2023 9:02am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120335566#Comment_120335566

1st class won't be until late May at the earliest, 2nd class more than likely Oct/Nov

Shamrock12 · 10-03-2023 9:59am

Ok that actually makes more sense giving the time frame between now and then as medicals fitness test and vetting still needs to be done highly likely that will all done to get a class in for April.

dub29 · 11-03-2023 11:20am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120336742#Comment_120336742

You will have to get that graded. They will pick up on it in medical but they won't know how mild it is. Best bet is to get it graded before your medical and bring the letter with you.

cm26 · 11-03-2023 4:20pm

Grand cheers for the reply.

Tardis · 11-03-2023 4:36pm

Hi guys, a lady I work with has also panelled and she was curious to know, as she has her leaving cert which was photocopied at interview stage, when the time comes to scan it to them again when called forward, should she expect her secondary school to get a call from them? As it was it was 25 years ago when she sat it. Or will they just add it to her file?

TheButcher · 11-03-2023 7:27pm

No contact with school but will want original certificate.

SAXA999 · 11-03-2023 9:25pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120345730#Comment_120345730

Yeah a "friend" :-D somebody telling porkies :-D

Tardis · 11-03-2023 11:35pm

Thanks for my reminding me I've no friends 😂😂 we'll she presented her original LC at Interview so she's grand

Frezno23 · 12-03-2023 1:40pm

Anyone done the treadmill test before? Is it 6.1km/hr with a 3% incline every 2 minutes? Or anyone any experience of it?

Shamrock12 · 12-03-2023 3:03pm

Yeah it's actually pretty easy.

So as stated it's a12 minute progressive treadmill walking test to identify individuals who are capable (or not) of reaching the required fitness standard of 42 Vo2 max. It is a brisk paced walking test which requires you to use your leg muscles to climb gradually increasing gradients.

The treadmill pace is set at 6.2 km/hr (3.8 mph) and the incline at 0% for 2 minutes.

Every 2 minutes thereafter the gradient is increased by 3%.

Successful completion of the test requires you to walk unaided for a total time of 12 minutes with an increasing incline to 15%.

So in a nutshell

Set the pace at 6.2km

0 - 2 minutes 0 incline

2 - 4 minutes 3% incline

4 - 6 minutes 6% incline

6 - 8 minutes 9% incline

8 - 10 minutes 12% incline

10 - 12 minutes 15% incline

TheButcher · 12-03-2023 8:20pm

The fitness test is a joke lads. Honestly , if youve any half decent cardio and strength, you’ll pass it. It’s easier than previous CPAT.

the medical has failed a few on heart rate recovery after step test . That’s a fact

murmurrrr · 12-03-2023 11:11pm

Any idea how long the step test is for medical?

johnnyrotten · 13-03-2023 8:14pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120345730#Comment_120345730

Contact the DOE

Frezno23 · 15-03-2023 12:30am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120350646#Comment_120350646

is there a step test during the medical too?

big.left90 · 15-03-2023 10:52am

I could be wrong here folks but as far as I understand there is no treadmill test in the medical, It says that the treadmill is done by fire and rescue service personnel in the info book. Again, I could have misread or misinterpreted it.

Shamrock12 · 15-03-2023 11:26am

It's in the handbook they emailed to you there is one

Shamrock12 · 15-03-2023 11:51am

So this one is for the first class of 48 - to 50 that are going into training.

Guys if at all possible would yous be able to give us a little information in regards to pay while training is happening as I am sure alot of people do have this on their minds and would be interested in knowing what they need to plan for.

Some people will be taking a drop in wages to start a new career, nature of the business unfortunately, but the info provided would definitely help anyone going into classes 2,3,4 etc on getting themselves financially prepared for the 6-7 months of training.

Also to anyone in all classes start saving now to get ahead of yourself and make sure you are ready for a drop in wages, now don't think of the drop as a kick in the bollex this is part of life, if you really want this job and want to Excell in your new career this is unfortunately a cut you have to take but after a few years you will be right as rain and in the best job you could ever ask for.

giseva · 15-03-2023 5:40pm

Are ye asking a question or giving advice 😅. The pay scale is in info booklet which DCC sent out. After tax maybe 400 or 450 for the few months training, depending on individuals tax circumstances too. I'm sure people can look into the WFP too to see if they qualify while on the lower wage. I know a FF who's class did about 3 months in OBI then out to stations on shift allowance which boosted pay, and then came back for para training at a later date. All speculative as to how these classes will go though!

Shamrock12 · 15-03-2023 6:15pm

As clearly stated i'am asking for people starting the first class to give information, also I believe the pay structure giving in the document is based on when you pass out and get assigned a station, correct me if I am wrong. Again that's why I asked if people could provide that information

Shamrock12 · 15-03-2023 6:17pm

But yeah I heard that aswell that it was around 400 450, just wanted to know as of course it's a question everyone will have and of course once you pass out you will get shift allowance overtime etc etc

giseva · 15-03-2023 6:39pm

Alright pal, I'd say get a sense of humour before ye start training, it could help. Anyway, the pay points in the information booklet are from day one of training, as told to me by a FF recently through the process, and which I had verified at my own interview.

As I said WFP is a good shout some might not be aware of, and save prior to taking a hit if you can, as you mentioned.

Shamrock12 · 15-03-2023 6:47pm

Left me sense of humor in the pub last night told him to get a taxi home and he never came home

Shamrock12 · 15-03-2023 6:48pm

As for the info on the pay brilliant stuff that's that bit cleared up so at least people are fully aware now cheers for that.

Rob_1990 · 15-03-2023 7:12pm

Sorry to ask on this tread but has anyone heard back for the Emergency Call Taker campaign?

GravyD · 16-03-2023 1:51pm

Hi folks, does anybody know if somebody fails a medical or physical do they take another person from the panel or just start the class with less numbers? Just trying to get an idea if I'm likely to start in class 2 or 3. Cheers 👍🏻

Shamrock12 · 16-03-2023 3:20pm

That's what I have hear yeah they will try fill all classes, so it's nearly certain yes people will move on the panel due to failures of medicals etc etc so just keep yourself ready and sharp and the very best of luck