Firefighter Challenge

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Match the following firefighting gear with their descriptions:

Turnout pants = Fire pants SCBA = Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Helmet = Head protection Hood = Protects neck and head

Match the following actions with their descriptions:

Loud bell rings = Indicates a call for firefighting Red light goes off = Emergency signal Jump out of bed = Immediate response to a call Work inside burning buildings = Advanced firefighting activity

Match the following statements with their descriptions:

Weekend volunteer firefighter = A.J. Coston's firefighting role Junior captain and firefighter = A.J. Coston's rank Fighting fires is dangerous work = Challenges of firefighting Teamwork is huge = Importance of collaboration in firefighting

Match the following with their descriptions:

High school student = A.J. Coston's main occupation 160 hours of firefighting class = Additional commitment alongside high school Bored and on the Internet = How A.J. Coston discovered the junior firefighter program Watching fire trucks go by = A.J. Coston's childhood inspiration for firefighting Signup and view all the answers

Match the following with their descriptions:

Northern Virginia = Location of Loudoun County Fire and Rescue Station Firefighting boots = Part of A.J. Coston's firefighting gear Going to high school = A.J. Coston's weekday activity Lives at home with his family = A.J. Coston's living arrangement Signup and view all the answers

What motivated A.J. Coston to become a firefighter?

A.J. Coston was motivated to become a firefighter since he was a little kid watching fire trucks go by. He found out about the junior firefighter program offered by Loudoun County and got hooked. Signup and view all the answers

What challenges did A.J. Coston face while pursuing firefighting while in high school?

A.J. Coston faced the challenge of managing his time between high school, homework, and fitting in 160 hours of firefighting classes. He attended classes from 7:00 to 10:30 two nights a week and all day Saturday for months. Signup and view all the answers

What firefighting gear does A.J. Coston wear while working inside burning buildings?

A.J. Coston wears firefighting boots, turnout pants (fire pants), a turnout coat, a hood to protect his neck and head, a helmet, and an SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) including a mask, air bottle and pack, and gloves. Signup and view all the answers

Why is teamwork important for firefighters according to A.J. Coston?

A.J. Coston emphasizes that teamwork is huge for firefighters. This is because firefighters need to work together to ensure safety and effectively tackle the challenges they face during their duties. Signup and view all the answers

What are the responsibilities of A.J. Coston as a junior captain and firefighter at the Loudoun County Fire and Rescue Station?

As a junior captain and firefighter, A.J. Coston is responsible for responding to fire calls, participating in firefighting classes, and continuously practicing the necessary skills to stay safe while on duty. Signup and view all the answers

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