New cadet fire fighters for langeberg

To expand our capacity to deliver quality disaster management services, the Langeberg Municipality called on local candidates to apply for the positions of Cadet Firefighters. Apart from a Grade 12 qualification, these candidates had to undergo medical and physical evaluations and they also had to complete a required training programme. Over 90 candidates applied for the position. After a strict elimination process, the 11 most suitable candidates were successfully appointed as Cadet Firefighters on the 1st of August 2022. These Cadet Firefighters went through a demanding and lengthy process, which included the Candidate Physical Ability Test. It measures an individual's ability to handle the physical demands of being a firefighter, together with medical evaluations and interviews. They had to prove their competence in firefighting, rescue, use of emergency vehicles, communication, and human relations. Excellent health and the ability to pro-actively carry out tasks were also evaluated. Chief of Fire and Disaster Management, Mr Nkosinathi Mdluli stated that although the Cadet Firefighters have now been permanently appointed, their training will remain an ongoing process. It includes practical on the job training, in-house training, and training from the accredited Firefighting Academy. This training will expand their knowledge and skills as Firefighters and will also build valuable, practical experience. “To the newly appointed Cadet Firefighters, always remember that in this profession it is all about the people, second their properties and the infrastructure. The decisions that Firefighters make, sometimes determine whether people live or die, whether memories survive, or are destroyed. It is therefore imperative that you remain true to the profession and its values, to always uphold the esteemed standards left by our predecessors “, said Mdluli. The Langeberg Municipal Fire Services are proud to also expand its reach in the area. As from the 1st of September 2022 the Fire Services also respond to emergency incidents from their new Robertson station. This aim of the Robertson station is to ensure that areas on the West side of the Langeberg area are reached in less time. We ask the community to help us, to serve them. Please save the Fire Department Emergency number 023 615 8911 (for emergencies only) and avoid unnecessary delays by calling this number as soon as a fire is detected.