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This section will be used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the work of this position at the next lower grade, pay band or equivalent. FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THIS QUESTION WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE
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From the descriptions below, choose the one letter beside the statement that best describes your experience relevant to the position of Firefighter (Basic Life Support), GS-0081-07. NOTE: THE SELECTION YOU MAKE MUST BE SUPPORTED BY A DETAILED BLOCK OF WORK EXPERIENCE IN YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION.
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For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item. NOTE: YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE RESPONSE YOU SELECT.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Participate as a crew member in controlling and extinguishing fires by operating hoses, ladders, and hydrants.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Perform pre-fire planning by physically going through structures to become familiar with the layout, fire hazards, and location of fixed fire protection systems.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Drive and operate firefighting vehicles, such as pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, and Airport Rescue Firefighting vehicles to the scene of the fire.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Perform rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures to alleviate further injury.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Initiate established medical protocols in providing basic life support, such as performing noninvasive emergency procedures, controlling external bleeding and treating for shock.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automatic external defibrillation where required.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Stabilize and prepare patient for transport to medical facility.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Perform crash-rescue and firefighting duties involving air traffic or support operations where hazardous conditions are such that the expectancy for fire is high and potential for becoming destructive is great.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Perform work at airfields handling aircraft carrying large volumes of fuel, conventional and sometimes nuclear weapons, or highly flammable or explosive cargo; or handling a large number of air moves with high crash or fire potential.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Perform structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities, which may include large multistoried buildings, industrial areas, and/or base storage facilities.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Perform noninvasive emergency procedures such as: conduct initial and on-going patient assessment and physical examination; maintain airway, breathing, and circulation.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Employ a variety of established emergency medical techniques, methods, and equipment to stabilize the patient for transport.
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automatic external defibrillation (AED).
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For each response of "D" or "E" above, please indicate what experience entry on your resume supports this response (include position title, organization & specific employment dates). If you fail to include this information, your application will be considered incomplete and you will be removed from consideration for this position.
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I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.
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