ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The author would like to extend his heartfelt gratitude to the following people

who willingly and generously contributed to the success of this OJT. They are truly

great help and support in the realization of this study. This would not have been

possible without the support of many people especially the following:

Almighty God, first and foremost for giving wisdom every day; for the

strength and healthy living; for the graces and blessings that help the author perform

his task as part of OJT;

Ms. Carol M. Rodriguez, OJT coordinator, with deepest gratitude and

appreciation, the author humbly give thanks for the assistance and recommendation to

find a good agency. Your guidance and pieces of advice given to us that helps to

achieve our aspirations as we go along with our journey in life;

All the faculty members, for the learning experiences shared, encouragements,

concern and support during the internship of the author;

Cavite State University, the institution where the author studied and grew as

student bestowed with competitiveness. Thank you for giving the opportunity to have

a good education, providing instructions and necessary training which helps in the

development of future professionals.

Bureau of Fire Protection, Imus Central fire station, the author would like to

convey his gratefulness for sharing all your knowledge. Thank you for your warm

welcome and accepting us as a family. Also, for giving the interns this one of a kind

experience to explore the real world of Criminology in your agency. We have learned

a lot from you City Fire Marshall Rowena Gollod, Ma’am Andres, Ma’am Ivy,

Ma’am Elvie, Sir Tapia, Sir Bobbie and to all BFP personnel and fire aide. Also, the

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author would like thank the presence of all BFP personnel of Bureau of Fire

Protection Sub-station at Malagasang for accepting us and sharing their knowledge

even for a short period of time.

SFO3 Mae Andres, site supervisor of the author, thank you for your good

companionship and generosity; for your guidance and supervision; and for all the

effort that you’ve given to us. This time, you really made our On-the-Job Training

(OJT) memorable and knowledgeable;

Mr. Reynier A. Olivares, English critic, for the patience, understanding and

suggestions to make the words and thoughts organized;

OJT buddies, Jalim, Shervin, Carl, Arfel, Elgie Dave, Arjay, B-ann, Caterine

and Blessie, the author thank them for the friendship, happiness and teamwork. For

being there to comfort whenever there were difficulties during his training;

Class Tinanghal, friends and classmates, thanks for the laughter and tears

shared during the four years; for accompanying to this memorable journey; and for

always giving strength to continue and pursue our dream.

Parents for love, peace and joy felt. Thank you for all the sacrifices; for

showing your unconditional love; for all the motivation; for being my inspiration; for

always guiding and giving your effort and support; and for always making me a better

person all the time. This is for you.

Allow the author to thank you once again for this great support in the

successful completion of the author. To all of them, the author whole-heartedly

dedicates this piece of work.

God will repay all your goodness. To God Be All the Glory.

JEFFREY A. JAVIER

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