What State do you live in?

NC

Type of Organization

Federal/State/Local Government

Job Function

Battalion Chief/District Chief/Shift Commander, Fire Marshal/Inspector

Years in Fire/EMS:

12

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

8

Years With Department/Agency

3

Dept. Web Site:

http://Ncosfm.gov

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

NC Office of State Fire Marshal Raleigh, NC
SC State Fire Marshal Columbia, SC
New Hanover County Fire Rescue Wilmington, NC
Long Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Charlotte,NC

My Training:

- Firefighter I and II Certification
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Technical Rescue Specialist
- Fire Code Enforcement Officer III
- Fire Investigator Technician
- Q School qualified Instructor
- Fire Instructor I, II, and III
- Child Passenger Safety Seat Instructor
- Fire Officer I, II, and III
- NFA Leadership I, II, and III
- Wildland Firefighter Certified
- Incident Safety Officer
- All Hazards Safety Officer
- Resource Unit Leader
- Situation Unit Leader
- Public Information Officer

About Me:

I am a husband, father, fireman, and lover of the outdoors. I'm a novice photographer, Voiceover actor, Part 107 Drone pilot, and technology buff. I caught the fire bug late in life. I enjoy educating my community, as well as individuals from different cultures and backgrounds, about the greatest career there is.

Day Job:

Deputy State Fire Marshal - CRR Division Supervisor

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://Facebook.Com/TDavidson72

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I began volunteering to give back to my community. Along the way, I got hooked the moment I rode backwards on my first fire call as a tailboard. " I remember feeling like a kid, heart pounding and saying wee as we rounded the corner. The cue screaming, siren blaring. I still get excited when I get a chance to ride or drive an Engine.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I love my brothers and sisters, their dedication and sacrifice. The passion and desire to place your life on the line.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Retention, Decline in recruitment, Diversity, Cancer, Understanding the underreported, underserved youth firesetting problem