Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter, First Responder, Hazardous Materials Team Member

Years in Fire/EMS:

10

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Ridge VFD Ridge, MD

Years With Department/Agency

4

Dept. Web Site:

http://ridgevfd.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

St. Bethlehem VFS Montgomery County, TN - 7 years

My Training:

FF1, FR, Hazmat Ops

Day Job:

Aircraft Mechanic

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.powermiser.biz

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To serve the average citizen.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Helping those in need.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of respect for service by employers. Failure to allow time off as needed. Younger membership pushing older membership out of departments. Form over Function. Lack of fiscal responsibility. Community apathy towards fire service.