Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter

Years in Fire/EMS:

18

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

NSW Rural Fire Service

Years With Department/Agency

5

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

PGFD Prince George's County Maryland, USA
College Park MD
District Heights MD

My Training:

Fire, HazMat II, EMT-B

About Me:

American expat living in Australia. Grew up in Prince George's County Maryland, now living about 30km from Sydney. Back home, my department was entirely urban, here we are mostly bush fire, it's very different, but a lot of fun doing a new thing.

Day Job:

computer security guy

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I joined because I love the excitement. I stayed in because I enjoy making a postive impact.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Chicks dig it!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

The heavy focus on firefighter safety is starting to outpace our commitment to the public. We need to be prepared to risk our lives a little for property, and a lot for life.