The Process
What's Required of You
Fill out the online form to be contacted by one of our membership committee. We will then reach out to you to come and join us for an orientation where we will then give you a formal application. Once the application is completed and turned in, your application will be sent to the Chief’s Office and the Board of Fire Commissioners for review.
You’ll undergo a thorough character investigation and background check. This includes a background check by the Nassau County Fire Marshall, as required by New York State.
A mandatory drug test and physical (providing medical clearance) is required prior to membership as well.
Once these steps are completed, you will have the opportunity to choose which company you would like to be in (Engine Company 1, Truck Company 1, or EMS Company 1) and then be sworn into the South Farmingdale Fire Department.
Training
As a probationary member, you will be expected to complete the following training courses:
- Bloodborne Pathogens and CPR (In-House)
- Attend Department / Company training (In-House)
For Firefighters:
- Primary Training (Hands-On) – Nassau County Fire Service Academy (NCFSA)*
- Essential Training (Classroom) – (NCFSA)*
- Hazardous Materials Operations (NCFSA)*
For EMS Personnel:
- EMT School (Hands-On and Classroom) -- Nassau County EMS Academy
For Junior Firefighters:
- Attend Department / Company training (In-House)
*At the completion of the above, you will be a NYS Certified Firefighter I
