The damage that a fire can cause is obvious and this is why the firefighters' jobs are so important. Firefighters are usually the first ones responding to any type of emergency and perform many tasks, which include putting out burning buildings, helping out with medical emergencies, vehicle accidents and many other incidents. They must make sure their equipment is clean and all the items they use are in proper working order. Keeping their skills up to date is necessary. Therefore, they will be continually trained with new equipment and techniques. Because of the extreme conditions and also the stress associated with the emergency situations that arise, the firefighters definitely need to stay in shape for the work they must do. They will stay in the fire station while on duty. Unless they need to work on the trucks or respond to a call, they can eat, sleep, shower and watch TV at the fire station, just like at home.