Section 180. Requirements of candidates

Part III. Candidates

A. Candidates shall possess a valid driver's license for the Commonwealth of Virginia and shall identify state and local laws governing the operation of emergency vehicles.

B. Candidates shall demonstrate:

1. An ability to clearly express themselves orally;

2. An ability to clearly express themselves in writing;

3. A knowledge of occupationally related personal safety practices and procedures; and

4. Through tests, or interview, or both, their ability to interact with the public, under conditions of code enforcement, fire investigation, or fire prevention education duties, with tact, discretion, and without loss of authority.

C. The candidates shall meet the requirements specified for Firefighter II unless such requirements are waived by the executive director.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR310-01-2 § 3.1, eff. July 8, 1987; amended, Volume 05, Issue 14, eff. June 1, 1989.

Statutory Authority

§ 9.1-203 of the Code of Virginia.