Any person who can be active in carrying out the objectives of this organization, and who actively participates in emergency calls, drills, and other functions.
Fire Service - Any person who mainly will participate in fire related activity.
EMS service - Any person who mainly participates in EMS related activities, but who will have a voice and vote on company matters.
Cadet - Any person who is sixteen to eighteen years of age and mainly will participate in Fire/EMS related activities.
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS - The Fire and EMS service is a dangerous activity involving the safeguard of life and property:
1. Each member shall understand verbal and written directives often during high stress situations.
2. Each member shall read, interpret, and apply complicated technical information involving procedures and tactics.
3. Each member shall expand knowledge by attending drills and classes.
4. Each member is required to have a physical examination.
5. Each member is required to have a drug screening.
6. Each member is to have a criminal background check.
7. Each member is to have a reference check.
8. Each member must be eighteen years of age and be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D., the exception being:
a. Probationary members who are enrolled in high school. Proof of satisfactory level of performance must be presented to the Chief in the form of a report card.
b. Cadet members must be enrolled in high school. Proof of a satisfactory level of achievement must be presented to the Chief or designated Cadet program supervisor as appointed by the chief. Additionally, Cadets are not permitted to respond to calls while school is in session.
c. Auxiliary members do not need a high school diploma or GED.
9. Cadets must have written consent of parents or guardians to become a member.
10. Each member is to complete an orientation program.
11. Each member must complete the MFRI FIREFIGHTER I PROGRAM or equivalent for fire service or EMT-B or equivalent for EMS service within twenty-four months of joining this organization.
12. Each active, active lifetime, active exemplary lifetime fire service and cadet member must maintain a minimum number of emergencycalls,drills, clean-ups and meetings as set by the officers and Board of Directors in November each year. The statistics for the minimum requirements shall be tracked in conjunction with The Harford County Pension System Year.
13. Each EMS Service member must maintain minimum levels of activity as set by the officers.
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS - Active Non-Voting Members must meet all membership requirements as set forth below:
1. Each member is required to have a physical examination.
2. Each member is required to have a drug screening.
3. Each member is to have a criminal background check.
4. Each member is to have a reference check.
5. Each member must be eighteen years of age and be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D.
6. Each member is to complete an orientation program.
7. Each member must complete the MFRI FIREFIGHTER I PROGRAM or equivalent for fire service or EMT-B or equivalent for EMS service within twenty-four months of joining this organization.
8. Each active non-voting member must maintain a minimum number of yearly required statistics as set by the officers and Board of Directors in November each year and published in a Company Standard Operating Document. This requirement shall be significantly lower than the requirements for active members. The statistics for the minimum requirements shall be tracked in conjunction with The Harford County Pension System Year.
Any person who desires to work for the good of the company in areas other than emergency service may apply for Associate Membership. The candidate shall meet all the requirements of the membership with the exception of a physical examination.
1. The Auxiliary Member shall be an individual who has been reviewed by the Personnel Division and approved by the membership of the Auxiliary. The applicant must be sixteen (16) years of age.
2. The Personnel Division shall perform a complete check of references and a criminal background check must be completed
3. Each Auxiliary member is required to have a physical exam.
4. Each Auxiliary member is required to have a drug test.
E-Signature Disclaimer
By signing my e-signature signature above, I acknowledge and agree that my e-signature holds the same legal validity and enforceability as a handwritten signature under the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (E-SIGN Act) and the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA). I consent to the use of electronic records and signatures for all forms, agreements, and transactions related to this application.
I hereby certify that the facts set forth in the above application are true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge, and I have not intentionally omitted any information. I further certify that there are no willful misrepresentations or falsifications of the above statements and answers to questions. If an investigation discloses such misrepresentations, omissions, and/or falsifications, my application could be rejected and I could be immediately dismissed and/or terminated from the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.
Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. and/or any respresentative thereof is herby authorized to investigate my erson history, criminal history, and/or employment history. I consent to the release of information concerning my capacity and fitness by employers, educational institutions, law enforcement agencies, and other individuals and agencies duly accredited.
I understand and agree that, if I am accepted as a member of the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company, Inc., I am to abide by the Constitution, Bylaws, and Manual of Procedures (M.O.P.'s) of the Bel Air Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.
