What State do you live in?

International

Type of Organization

Paid Fire Department

Job Function

Firefighter/Driver Operator

Years in Fire/EMS:

3

Years With Department/Agency

3

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

5years Army prior to joining the fire brigade

My Training:

My training includes Stage 2 heavy road accident rescue and Breathing Apparatus support van operations which include entry/exit control, air line trolley operations and stage 2 BA board control.

About Me:

I'm a very active person outside of work. On my days off I'm generally outside helping mates out with home projects or just hanging out. I do taekwondo in my spare time and I generally travel a fair bit when I'm on holidays.

Day Job:

Fireman

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I wanted to have a more stable life than what the army had to offer but I still wanted to serve so I applied for the fire department.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Every day is different and I have the ability to make a difference in someone else's life

Top Issues Facing Responders:

The increasing amount of medical assistance required and the level of training needed to cope.
Training and keeping up to date with current firefighting techniques, especially compartment fire behaviour training.