Type of Organization

EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid

Job Function

EMS Chief / Division Head

Years in Fire/EMS:

25

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Tamaqua Community Ambulance Assn, Inc.

Years With Department/Agency

25

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.tamaquaems.com

Web Site:

http://www.cfc65.com

Day Job:

Mack Trucks

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Watched my father pass away in front of me when I was 12 yrs old, and didnt know CPR and if I did at that time, I might have been able too help him! Died at the age of 49

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Helping people, and seeing them smile when they come too see you at the station and say thank you for helping save my life!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety, lack of support from community