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FireTEAM Firefighter Selection Test
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About this exam
The FireTEAM Firefighter Selection Test is a pre-employment assessment used by many U.S. fire departments as part of firefighter hiring. It is designed to measure abilities relevant to entry-level work, rather than to certify firefighting skills. Depending on the department and test version, candidates may encounter video-based human-relations scenarios, mechanical aptitude questions, reading comprehension, and basic math. FireTEAM is one step in a selection process that may also include physical ability testing, interviews, background checks, and medical evaluations; the hiring department sets the full requirements.
FireTEAM is not generally a test of advanced fire science, and candidates should not assume every department uses the same sections or selection sequence. Read the current job announcement for eligibility rules, test details, deadlines, and any additional assessments. For broader firefighter hiring preparation, it can also help to review combustion and fire growth, PPE and SCBA, hose and nozzle operations, and water supply basics—but prioritize these technical topics only if the department’s materials call for them. Focused review, careful reading, and practice managing time can help you prepare.
How to prepare for the FireTEAM firefighter test
- Check the department’s current recruitment announcement and any Ergometrics candidate materials to confirm which FireTEAM sections and other assessments apply to your hiring process.
- Review basic arithmetic, reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning. Practice explaining why an answer follows from the information given, and use timed sets to build accuracy without rushing.
- For video-based human-relations questions, consider safety, communication, teamwork, and sound judgment. If the department also tests job knowledge, review its recommended materials on fire behavior, PPE and SCBA, hose streams, hydrants, and pump operations.
FAQ
Who takes the FireTEAM firefighter test?
Applicants for firefighter positions at departments that use FireTEAM may be required to take it. Eligibility requirements—such as age, education, certifications, or other qualifications—are set by each hiring department, so check the current job announcement.
What is the format of the FireTEAM test?
FireTEAM may include video-based human-relations scenarios along with sections such as mechanical aptitude, reading, and math. The exact format and sections can vary, so follow the department’s instructions and current candidate information.
What should I study for the FireTEAM firefighter test?
Start with the sections listed for your recruitment, commonly reading comprehension, basic math, mechanical reasoning, and judgment in workplace scenarios. Fire science and equipment topics may be relevant to other steps in a department’s process, but they are not necessarily FireTEAM sections.