Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Training Officer, Firefighter / EMT-Basic

Years in Fire/EMS:

7

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Posey Twp Fire Protection District

Years With Department/Agency

1

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Miller York VFD 7 years, Greendale EMS 5 yrs

My Training:

I am currently IFSAC FF2, NFPA Instructor 1, EMT-Basic, PTLS, Motorsports Emergency Certified, Ice Rescue, Auto and Heavy Equipment Extrication

About Me:

I am 25 years old, happily married, just had our first child(Jacob), working towards a career in the Public Safety field. I spent 3 yrs in the US Army as a medic, I have been a FF for 7 yrs and an EMT for 5.

Day Job:

Career EMT

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

At first it was a family thing. I stayed because I love what I do.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I love being on the front line between the public and danger.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Health and Safety. Cardiac problems and Seatbelts.