Jeonnam Fire Department, Firefighter Recruitment Exam '88.8% Attendance Rate'

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Jin-hyung] The Jeonnam Fire Headquarters announced on the 11th that the written examination for the recruitment of fire officers was conducted at six general test centers in the province and one separate test center for COVID-19 confirmed cases.

The total number of recruits, including open competitive and special recruitment, is 212, with 2,046 applicants showing an attendance rate of 88.8%. This is 1.8% lower than last year's attendance rate of 90.6%.

This exam is the first to be conducted entirely under the supervision of the Fire Headquarters, whereas previously it was overseen by the General Affairs Division of the Jeonnam Provincial Office.

This year, elective high school subjects such as Social Studies, Science, and Mathematics were abolished, and practical subjects such as Introduction to Fire Science and Fire-related Laws and Regulations were designated as mandatory.

The test centers strictly followed quarantine guidelines, requiring mask-wearing and screening for fever and respiratory symptoms before entry. Separate test centers were operated to allow COVID-19 confirmed cases to take the exam.

The provisional answers for the written exam were released on the 9th, and the successful candidates for the written exam will be announced on the 9th of next month. After physical and interview tests, the final successful candidates will be announced on July 29.

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