Zone 3 Fire Cadets

02/20/2023

Cadet Officer Application and Testing Week

The Cadet program(s) has been growing in ranks and evolving as we continue to work every week and more time passes since the COVID-19 Emergency orders have been lifted. With 2 weeks left in our February Open Enrollment, our ranks have already surpassed 36 active Cadets and counting. Additionally, we have another 12 "Inactive" Cadets on our roster. These "inactive" Cadets, due to their busy personal schedules or other hardships, can only participate when they have an opportunity.

The Zone 3 Fire Cadets now finds itself looking at reactivating Delta Company and possibly adding Echo and Foxtrot Companys to our Corps of Cadets. It is very important for every leader, especially a young leader, to maintain "Span of control" over their Cadets and tasks. So, keeping the company's small will allow each Cadet Officer to maintain a good span of control over their assigned company and Cadets while still learning and enjoying their Cadet experience.

Cadet Officer positions open on an as-needed basis. Typically, as soon as an officer announces their resignation, the testing process begins for those interested in the position. The testing process typically includes three sections:

Initial Cover Letter: a cover letter must be provided to present interest in the position and initiate the testing process for the applicant. Format is flexible.

Written Exam: the written exam consists of thirty questions (twenty-five multiple choice and five short answer). Time limit is one hour.
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Advisory Board Interview: the board will consist of the Chief Advisor, a minimum of two post Advisors, and the Explorer holding the position being applied for. At Times, such as the case will be with this next set of interviews, we will be opting for an interview board made up of Firefighters from various agencies to conduct the interviews.

For the past few months, we have been announcing that Cadets who are interested in applying and testing for an Officer position, can test on Wednesday February 22, 2023 at station 81 and the interviews and assessments will occur on March 1, 2023 at station 46. Some Cadets will be going through the entire process as a practice for when the are ready to assume a leadership position in the future or as they go out and begin applying for employment at the various agencies or other businesses.

During testing and interviews, all other Cadets will be practicing past skills of CPR, Ropes and Knots, Vitals, REHAB duties in medical. Each of these past skills will also help the new Probationary Cadets to better learn the program and get their probation manuals signed off as they learn these new skills and information.

We Wish all the Cadets the Best!

Reminder: February is Open Enrollment Month. 2 weeks left for youth 14 to 20 years of age to apply to join the ranks of the Zone 3 Fire Cadets. Visit our "Meetings" and "Apply" pages on our website. March 1st is last day to turn in applications for this period.

Meetings: Information, Calendars and Station information
https://www.zone3firecadets.org/meetings.html

Apply: General information, Application forms, Rules and Regulations
https://www.zone3firecadets.org/apply.html

02/19/2023

EMT - Emergency Medical Technician

Defined as: Professionals who are trained and certificated or licensed to respond to medical emergency calls, provide medical services and transport patients to medical facilities. Some states have multiple levels of EMT positions. EMT-B - Basic Life Support is the first level in your career as an EMT.* - source: U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS

Please Share with those who may benefit.

All of the Cadets who participate in either our Zone 3 Fire Cadets program or is a student/ Cadet in our Fire and Emergency Services class at Puget Sound Skills Center , have the opportunity to earn a sponsorship to participate as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Student. Earning your EMT training and certification is a huge step forward towards your career goals. As a college level course, it requires focus and dedication.

For the Cadets who apply to area Zone 3 / South King County, agencies this could be a positive as most area agencies require their firefighters to also be EMT certified.

EMT classes are 14 weeks with more than 120 hours of in-class learning, practical work and 10 hours of hospital observation time. These classes are held in partnership with our regional fire departments and occur in the Spring and Fall of each year.

Here you see another group of our Zone 3 Fire Cadets and a Puget Sound Skills Center Fire Cadet preparing for the next EMT class by taking their Bloodborne pathogens and HIPAA classes. One Cadet in this picture is taking the classes in preparation for upcoming Ride-Alongs with area partnering agencies.

THANK YOU Public Health - Seattle & King County EMS Division, King County Medic One King County Paramedics Local 2595 South King County Fire Training Consortium

Reminder: February is Open Enrollment Month. 2 weeks left for youth 14 to 20 years of age to apply to join the ranks of the Zone 3 Fire Cadets. Visit our "Meetings" and "Apply" pages on our website.

Meetings: Information, Calendars and Station information
https://www.zone3firecadets.org/meetings.html

Apply: General information, Application forms, Rules and Regulations
https://www.zone3firecadets.org/apply.html

BLS (Basic Life Support) Training and Education
https://kingcounty.gov/depts/health/emergency-medical-services/training.aspx

*Source: U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/emts-and-paramedics.htm

02/17/2023

This past Saturday, we joined Puget Sound Fire and King County Library System Valley View Library in SeaTac to provide a very fun and interactive "FIREFIGHTER DAY" for the community. The event began with a slideshow, demonstration, and story read to the children by Ms. Taylor, Public Educator with Puget Sound Fire.

After the interactive story time, the over 100 participating families had an opportunity to then take the children and meet the Fire Cadets in the main room. The Cadets were spread out through the course and assisted the children through a miniature firefighter challenge course where all of the children received a goodie bag at completion of the course. The children also had an opportunity dress in mini bunker gear to take pictures with a cutout of a real Fire engine.

The children were then treated to firefighters and 3 different apparatus parked outside. The children and families definitely enjoyed this as they got into each of the apparatus, took pictures, learned about each and received more goodies.

The 3 apparatus were:
1) Engine 347 which serves City of SeaTac - Government and surrounding areas.

2) REHAB 302, a retired AID UNIT donated by Enumclaw Fire Department , that the Zone 3 Fire Cadets use to provide support services to emergency responders.

3) Antique 1971 Seagraves fire engine privately owned by the Pendersen Family and is always a crowd pleaser.

The Cadets at this event represented Cadets from the Zone 3 Fire Cadets program as well as the Puget Sound Skills Center Fire and Emergency Services program. The Cadet programs provided the challenge course, mini-bunker gear and lots of fun, laughs and memories.

Thank you all for the Great day and wonderful memories!

02/15/2023

We are moving into our 3rd week of 4 weeks for our February Open Enrollment period.

This Wednesday, February 15th, we will be meeting and training at Renton Regional Fire Authority Station 14. This station has a large drill ground with a very versatile 5 story tower, multiple hydrants, lots of props to work and practice with and so much more.

The Cadets will be breaking up into 3 groups to do search and rescue as well as pulling preconnects. The new cadets that just joined and candidates will be in a separate group becoming familiar with their gear and SCBA's.

If you would like to be a part of the Zone 3 Fire Cadets and help us "write" a new chapter for this program while gaining valuable knowledge and expewith rience, contact us to visit and apply. February is Open Enrollment month

If you have completed the 8th grade, are between 14 to 21 years of age and you are interested in becoming an Active member of the Zone 3 Fire Cadets, contact us so we can get your information and provide you with our necessary information to get you started.

Our program is made up of young men and women who are interested in learning more about the Career Fields of Fire and Emergency Services, our Wildfire Apprentice program and much more.

Our meetings are held every Wednesday from 1830 - 2100 hours. If you and your family can participate in the upcoming meetings, please do so as these would be the best opportunity to meet some of the Cadets and Advisors and learn more about the Zone 3 Fire Cadets.

Contact Us for specific address, times and locations:
1) Call (253) 234-7278

2) E-mail:
[email protected]

3) Facebook Message us

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Renton Regional Fire Authority Station 14 in Renton from 1830 hrs to 2100 hrs. (6:30pm to 9pm).

Renton Regional Fire Authority Station 14 & Training Division
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Renton Firefighters IAFF 864 Puget Sound Fire Kent Firefighters Local 1747 King County Fire District 20 King County Fire District #2 South King County Fire Training Consortium Valley Regional Fire Authority South King Fire & Rescue Enumclaw Fire Department Mountain View Fire and Rescue Mountain View Fire & Rescue Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3186 King County Medic One King County Library System Valley Com 911

02/12/2023

Thank you South Sound News for covering the incident. Many residents were affected and many more were able to return to their individual apartments. We wish the best for the affected residents.

In addition to the Zone 3 Fire Cadets covering Firefighter Rehab with RHB 305 and RHB 302, King County Fire District 20 Skyway Firefighters was on scene quickly as well assisting with RHB 322.

02/09/2023

This evening the Zone 3 Fire Cadets are learning about MCI (Mass Casualty Incident) at Puget Sound Fire Kent Firefighters Local 1747 Station 52 in Tukwila. Thank you to Captain Dungan of Seattle Fire Department Seattle Fire Fighters Local 27 , who is one of our Advisors and Alumni Fire Explorer and is teaching the course this evening.

This evening is the 2nd week of February Open Enrollment and tonight we had another good showing of interested youth. Next week will will be doing suppression drills at Renton Regional Fire Authority Renton Firefighters IAFF 864 Station 14 in Renton from 1830 hrs to 2100 hrs. (6:30pm to 9pm). Please contact us to arrange your visits.

Renton Regional Fire Authority Station 14 & Training Division
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Any youth 14 to 20 years of age who is interested in joining the Zone 3 Fire Cadets, can contact us at (253) 234-7278 and at [email protected]

02/06/2023

Are you a High school Sophomore or Junior who would like to learn about our Fire and Emergency Services class for Juniors and Seniors at Puget Sound Skills Center. Application period for incoming and returning students open February 6, 2023. Attached is a short video that explains the benefits of learning and earning towards your preferred profession via Puget Sound Skills Center.

Apply for 2023-24 FULL School Year beginning Monday, February 6, 2023.

FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES

About the Program:

Providing instruction in Fire and Emergency Services since 2004

Join us in this exciting and challenging program that prepares you for a successful career in fire or emergency services. Fire & Emergency Services is an an engaging hands-on program where you will learn various aspects of fire and emergency services. You also will:

- Participate in actual training drills to further your knowledge of fire science.

- Develop competency in fire safety, incident management systems, use of hoses, ladders, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBAs), and First Aid/CPR.

- Tour local fire stations, the Valley Communication Center, and Bates Technical College.

- Learn to combine great teaming skills with physical and mental strength as you progress through the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA) training program.

- And so much more.

Some students are selected for sponsorship to an:
1. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) class
2. Wildland Firefighting Training and apprentice program
3. Job Shadowing with participating Agencies
4. Ride-A-Longs with participating Agencies

Approved Equivalency Credit: 0.5 English, 1.0 Physical Education, 0.5 Health, and 1.0 Lab Science

College Credits: Bates Technical College - 15 credits; University of Alaska - Fairbanks - 18 credits

For more information please visit or contact:

Admissions:
https://pssc.highlineschools.org/admissions

John Madson
Instructor: Chief John Madson

Phone: 206-631-7349

Email: [email protected]

An informational video about the importance of skills centers in our communities.

02/05/2023

Mountain View Fire and Rescue Mountain View Fire & Rescue Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3186 - Saturday evening just after 9pm, a chimney fire on the 16000 BLK of SE Auburn Black Diamond Rd, was upgraded to a working residential fire with smoke and flames through the roof. Residents escaped the home safely with their family and pets.

Mountain Views' E392 was first in with initial fire attack. Then supported by units from Mountain View Fire and Rescue , Puget Sound Fire Kent Firefighters Local 1747 , Valley Regional Fire Authority and King County Sheriff's Office

E398, A396 B331, D307, E372, E375 and L331. E375 laid 1000 ft of LDH and E372 assisted and laid the last 250 ft of LDH (Large diameter hose) supply from hydrant to E392.

Medical, Rehab and Air was Staffed by King County Medic One King County Paramedics Local 2595 MSO1 and M11 , Skyway Firefighters King County Fire District 20 with RHB322 Air/REHAB and The Zone 3 Fire Cadets RHB305 with full formal rehab support and resources. RHB302 was quickly called in for Resident care to provide shelter and support for the residents, in the box of RHB302, during the incident. Additionally, RHB304 brought in Cadets from our Zone 3 Fire Cadets and Puget Sound Skills Center Fire and Emergency Services programs to assist with rehab and fireground support. RHB305, white Dodge Pickup truck, along with Cadets and firefighters were employed to roll, pickup and load all of the LDH onto RHB305 and return it all to their respective rigs.

The Cadets and Rehab stayed on scene until all the rigs were put back together and until the residents were able to access their belongings and vehicle.

Thank you to D307, B331, Captain Angelo Lowrie of Mountain View Fire and Rescue and all of the crews for allowing the the Cadets to assist and learn all the while gaining valuable first-hand knowledge, experience and relationships. We are proud to assist and serve these agencies, residents and communities.

02/05/2023

Earlier a structure fire (shed and truck with camper) upgraded to a working Residential Fire near SE 208th St & Soos Creek Trail, Kent. Minor injury with no transport. Puget Sound Fire Renton Regional Fire Authority King County Medic One King County Fire District 20 and the Zone 3 fire Cadets

01/29/2023

This weekend Mountain View Fire and Rescue Mountain View Fire & Rescue Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3186 , King County Fire District 20 , Puget Sound Fire Kent Firefighters Local 1747 are helping cover Vashon Island while Vashon Island Fire & Rescue members attend training. These units will have a shift full of new experiences, meeting new residents, businesses and puppies while learning the areas they are covering.

Zone 3 (South King County) agencies routinely work and train together nearly everyday. So though the agencies are unique to the areas they serve, they truly are "One Huge Family" of first responders working to benefit their communities and others when needed.

Vashon Island Fire & Rescue is a part of Zone 3 and they have assisted on the "mainland" to as well, especially during wildfire incidents. It is great to see the other agencies getting an opportunity to work on the island.

Your Mountain View firefighters on Engine 392 are providing mutual aid to Vashon Island Fire & Rescue with Aid 322 from King County Fire District 20. Our crews are covering fire and medical calls for Vashon Island while their firefighters participate in training.

In South King County, fire and ems crews regularly cover each other’s jurisdictions during large scale incidents and training events.

01/29/2023

Puget Sound Fire has a working Residential fire on East Hill.

Multiple callers describing smoke and flames on the back wall of what appears to be an abandoned home on the 26000 BLK of 116th Ave SE. E374 called in a thermal column and got the working upgrade in motion.

Crews were offensive and softening the home when one crew called in a priority traffic for soft flooring. Command immediately went to defensive posture with all crews exiting the structure. Fire control and a clear search from the exterior only, soon followed.

Valley Regional Fire Authority , King County Medic One and the Zone 3 Fire Cadets - RHB305 with Cadet are on scene.

During these responses, the Cadets learn valuable information and lessons. Most importantly, for the Cadets, is they get to work and help the firefighters, medics and police officers of the various agencies that we serve. At times we assist the residents, community members as well during an incident.

Kent Firefighters Local 1747