• How old do I have to be to join?

• Do I have to live in Little Falls?

• What type of training must I posses?

• How many hours am I required to be available?

• I'm only interested in riding the ambulances, do I have to ride the fire apparatus?

• Do you have a ride a long program?

• What does the towns medical exam consist of?

• How do I get started?

How old do I have to be to join?
Currently, anyone 16 and older can apply.  Individuals under 18 must provide a parents written consent to join at the time of the membership interview.  Also, Individuals under the age of 18 will be restricted from certain activities as defined in the Child Labor Laws.

Do I have to live in Little Falls?
No.  Anyone in the immediate area can apply for membership.  Residents of Little Falls are given the option of sleeping at home during night shifts.  Individuals who reside outside of Little Falls are required to sleep in house during their assigned shift.  The building is equipped with a full kitchen and sleeping arrangements for convenience.

What type of training must I posses?
None!  We will train you in everything you need to begin riding the ambulances.  Experience is definitely a plus, but it isn't required.  For a list of coursed that will be provided to you, click here.

How many hours am I required to be available?
Currently new members are required to ride a full night shift.  If night shifts are impossible, you will be required to ride a full day shift.  Our membership committee will discuss shifts in full detail during your interview.  We will work with you and your schedule to find a shift that best suits your availability.

I'm only interested in riding the ambulances, do I have to ride the fire apparatus?
No.  Those interested strictly in EMS do not have to ride the fire apparatus.  Those who do not attend firefighter 1 are not eligible to apply for regular membership.  You will remain an auxiliary.  The major difference between regular and auxiliary membership is that regulars are given the opportunity to vote on squad and fire department officers.  This will be explained to you in detail when you talk with our membership committee.

 Do you have a ride a long program?
Due to insurance restrictions, we do not offer a ride a long program.

What does the towns medical exam consist of?
In order to start riding any township piece of apparatus, you must pass a medical exam given by the township physician.  The exam may consist of some of the following: Chest X-Rays, Urinalysis,   Lung Capacity Exam, Eye Exam, Blood Work, and possibly others.  Do not let the exam scare you.  We currently have members with Asthma who have passed this test and have had no problems.  This exam is necessary for insurance reasons.

How do I get started?
The first step is to call (973)256-0331.  If there is no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you soon.  If you prefer to stop by the building and talk to someone in person, there is usually someone at the building around between 7pm and 11pm.  For directions to the squad building, click here