What happens if I fail the POCFF physical or medical examination and who will pay for it?

OHFD will assume the cost of all testing examinations for POCFF candidates.

Due to the rigorous nature of emergency services work, POCFFs responding in this capacity must be in excellent health and physical condition. The physical agility tests and medical examination are intended to identify any health problems which may place the candidate at a higher risk of injury. These examinations must be passed to become a POCFF.

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1. Are Paid-on-Call and Career Firefighter positions the same?
2. As a Paid-on-Call Firefighter (POCFF), will I receive payment for my time?
3. As a POCFF, are there opportunities for advancement?
4. As a POCFF, my uniforms and equipment will be provided free of charge, is this correct?
5. Do men and women have to meet the same requirements?
6. Does Oak Harbor Fire Department (OHFD) have volunteer firefighters?
7. How much physical strength is required?
8. If I have prior fire service experience, will it count toward meeting OHFD requirements?
9. What are the minimum qualifications to be a POC Firefighter?
10. What happens if I fail the POCFF physical or medical examination and who will pay for it?
11. What is the Oak Harbor Fire Academy?
12. When are Oak Harbor POC Firefighter applications taken?
13. Where do POC Firefighters serve?
14. Who provides insurance coverage for POCFFs?