Firefighting is a dangerous career that requires long shifts and a high level of physical exertion. When it comes to dealing with the tension and anguish of others, you'll have the strength to do so. Many youngsters want to be firefighters. But it takes a lot more than wishful thinking to achieve this level of dedication.  As a fireman, you'll need to be able to do a variety of jobs, including rescuing people from plane disasters, gas spills, water, and ice rescues, and flooding. This is why you must have courage, endurance, quickness, and strength to be an effective fireman....