Firefighters are frequently the first emergency response team at the scene of an accident.
They help protect the public against these dangers. Today firefighters respond to medical emergencies and their departments require them to have training in medical emergency procedures. Firefighting is dangerous and complex work which requires the firefighters to work as teams. Firefighters must respond immediately to emergencies and each situation presents a unique and challenging experience. Superior officers such as a captain or chief guide firefighting teams to accomplish specific duties.