Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

12

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Rescue.

Years With Department/Agency

12

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Santiago city Civil Defense Office / Santiago city Fire Department / Dominican Red Cross.

My Training:

I started my training in emergency management at the age of 19. The first test I took was basic training for emergency and disaster response workers. A month later I took psychology courses, basic first aid and basic techniques for emergency management. In 1999 I received my certification as a firefighter technician, then in 2004 as a professional firefighter. I am a certified paramedic and take advanced courses in hazardous materials and urban search and rescue. I have basic knowledge of incident investigation and evidence recovery.

About Me:

I am a simple person and I like good manners responsibility and sincere to what I do. I always try to give my best, I have always believed that the basis of all who dedicates his life to take care of others depends on four words, vocation, training, courage and sacrifice. I like to share with family and friends, being a firefighter is my life, the best thing that ever happened to me and it is a blessing from God.

Day Job:

24 hours / 365 days a year ...

Relationship Status:

Single

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://elvin.vidal.9@facebook.com

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I feel I was born to do this job ...

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Is a philosophy of life. There is nothing better than saving lives...

Top Issues Facing Responders:

In my country there are many misfortunes for emergency services, firefighters, paramedics, emergency medical technicians. We are a developing country and even emergency response resources are limited. The main problems are lack of training, vehicles and equipment.