Examine of the Effect of the Training Program Applied to Firefighters on Their Performance (Istanbul Case)

Abstract

Purpose: Firefighting profession that is hard and risky is characterized by physical exertion spent at different intensity by prolonged working periods. There is a need for a high level of condition for works that are the necessities of the profession such as carrying equipment, using heavy tools, and rescuing the injured persons. This is because the personnel of every organization regularly train. The purpose of this study was to investigation of the effect of the training program applied by firefighters on their performance.