volunteer firefighter recruitment and retention strategy

6. Training and PractisesTraining and practices are valuable, and time is managed efficiently during these events.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 107. SupportThe fire department‟s support programs and services are well utilized and valuable.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 108. BelongingFire department members take the time to understand one another and make everyone feel likean integral part of the team.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 109. TrustFire department members trust one another and openly discuss most matters.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1010. AppreciationFire department members feel appreciated not just by the department, but by the entirecommunity.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011. Social ActivitiesSocial activities put on by the department are held regularly and encourage team-building.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1012. CritiqueFire department members take time to give each other feedback (both positive anddevelopmental) about how they are working together without “blaming” each other.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1013. Communication with Fire Chief and Deputy Fire ChiefFire department members feel able to talk openly with the Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chiefabout issues faced by the fire department.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment and Retention Strategy & ToolkitPrepared by Volunteer Alberta for the Alberta Fire Chiefs’Association42