r/Firefighting • u/Launch_Rockface • Jul 10 '25

General Discussion Unpopular Opinions In the Fire Service

I am curious what other peoples unpopular opinions of the fire service are? I know there are alot of things we are doing or trying to do to improve the fire service as far as training and wellness, but I also know alot of it is just not that great in my opinion.

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u/ButtSexington3rd Jul 11 '25

I work for an aggressive competitive department. Once the trucks are on scene and positions are established, cut the crap. It's the department vs the fire, not your precious company. Imagine your mom's house catches fire, and afterwards you hear some lunks complaining about how so and so "stole your job". Also if I see any pics of you cheesing in my mom's burnt out kitchen I'm putting you on blast. Act like an adult.

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u/sweet_feet90 Jul 11 '25

Gatorades and hi fives baby