... an inclusive culture are important factors for both motivation and satisfaction. Originality/value Paid PTFs are under-represented in the literature, despite the reliance on them in Sweden, and this study begins to address the knowledge gap. To improve retention, it is vital to understand paid PTFs work...

...Emelie Lantz; Marcus Runefors Purpose The purpose of this paper is to provide a review of literature about recruitment, retention and resignation among non-career firefighters. Design/methodology/approach A systematic review was conducted to identify factors associated with the recruitment...

... or older), children under the age of four and populations with low per capita incomes (FEMA, 2015). The FEMA report addresses who is at risk of dying or being hurt in a fire. It does not address whether this has an effect on recruitment and retention to the fire service in these areas as compared...