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It is aimed to examine the pre-service and in-service vocational training processes of firefighters in order to carry out services more effectively and efficiently in municipal and metropolitan municipality fire brigade organisations, and to determine the areas that fail and need to be improved. This research was designed according to case analysis from qualitative research designs. Interview technique was used to collect the data. The data obtained from 6 managers and 6 firefighters from 6 different metropolitan fire departments were analysed according to the content analysis technique. MAXQDA 22 package programme was used to analyse the data. From the findings obtained in the study; the employment of instructors according to merit, the presence of tools, equipment and practice areas, co-operation with the fire brigade and internship training positively affect the quality of pre-service training. In addition to the need to improve inadequate legislation and standards, the existence of training centres where qualified trainers are employed, designed and operated according to international standards, where up-to-date and scientific training materials are provided and fully equipped in terms of tools, equipment and equipment also positively affects in-service training. Training programmes for candidate and firefighter personnel, training of technical and administrative personnel, preparation for higher positions, executive training and national or international exchange programmes also have positive effects in terms of rapid adaptation of personnel to the profession, development of work discipline and increase in internal communication. It is considered that this study will contribute to the field of firefighter training in municipal fire brigades by revealing the current situation and weaknesses in firefighter training and making suggestions on the issues that need to be improved.

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