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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How many calls do you respond to?
  2. Can I have an outdoor firepit in Grande Prairie?
  3. How can I become a Firefighter?
  4. What should I do if I am driving and I hear or see an emergency vehicle?

Q: How many calls do you respond to?
In 2001 we had 1499 emergency responses.  The number of calls increased to 1769 in 2002.  There were 1817 calls in 2003 and 1934 calls in 2004.  That is an average of approximately 5 calls per day between the two stations.  About two thirds of our call volume is medical related.
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Q: Can I have an outdoor firepit in Grande Prairie?
Yes, but you do need to have a burning permit to comply with City bylaws.  There are some conditions, and a cost in getting the permit.  Details can be found on the firepit page in the Fire Prevention channel.
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Q: How can I become a Firefighter?
Grande Prairie (and many other departments) require pre-employment education which consists of NFPA 1001 Firefighter and Emergency Medical Responder or Emergency Medical Technician.   There are several schools that teach to the National standard of NFPA 1001.  See the Career channel for more information on pre-employment requirements.
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Q: What should I do if I am driving and I hear or see an emergency vehicle?
Slow down, and if it is safe to do so, pull over to the right and stop.  Coming to a complete stop gives responders the best chance to predict traffic movement as they negotiate large vehicles to what may be critical life situations where seconds may save lives.  Also, it is important to remember that we often respond with multiple vehicles and may have police and/or ambulance responding as well.
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