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HOW TO JOIN SCOTT VFD

Scott VFD is a volunteer run organization supported by members of the community who choose to aid others in time of need. In order to provide a professional level of service to the community, however, a certain level of commitment is asked of members. This insures that citizens we serve receive competent care in times of emergency. 
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Steps To Join:
1. Attend fire dept. meetings, held weekly at Station One.
2. Apply for membership. A background check will be performed.
3. Upon membership acceptance, a new firefighter will be issued gear and will start probationary period. For six months, a probationary firefighter will be evaluated and trained. After the probationary period, a firefighter will be voted in by the membership, and will attain full membership rights.

Membership Eligibility:
1. Must be 18 years of age.
2. Should live in or near the city of Scott, LA.

Types of Membership:
Members may choose to either do one type of membership or both.
Firefighter - Fights structure and vehicle fires, responds to car wrecks, investigates hazardous situations.
Emergency Medical First Responder - Gives first aid to citizens having breathing problems, heart trouble, chest pains, choking, drownings, or injured in car wrecks.
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Jr. Firefighter - will be provided with training to become active responders and responsible members and leaders of the Scott Fire Department. 

Member Expectations:
Scott VFD is a volunteer run organization supported by members of the community who choose to aid others in time of need. In order to provide a professional level of service to the community, however, a certain level of commitment is asked of members. This insures that citizens we serve receive competent care in times of emergency. Volunteers are asked to:
1. Respond to at least 10% of calls received per month.
2. Participate in Monday meetings and trainings at least every other week.
3. Contact their supervisor if a problem arises making the previous two commitments so that arrangements can be made.
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 Scott Volunteer Fire Department 
PO Box 306 
​Scott, Louisiana 70583
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  • About
    • Firefighters
    • Outfit A Firefighter
    • Station Tour
    • Board Members
    • Insurance Ratings
    • Maltese Cross
    • Photo Gallery
  • Connect
    • Donate
    • Volunteer
    • Press Releases
  • Fire Safety
    • Fire Safety
    • Knox Home Box
    • Fire Prevention
    • Fire Safety Checklist
    • Smoke Alarm
    • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
    • Fireplace Safety
    • Fire Extinguisher Safety
    • Fire Escape Planning
    • Haz-Mat
  • Contact
    • Submit Request
    • Request Fire Report
    • Locations
  • Firefighters Only
    • Driver/Pump Training
    • Class Training Roster
    • Missing/Broken Equipment Form
    • Training Schedule
    • Orientation Guide
    • Resources
    • Codes
    • SOGS