Fire medic 206

53, Male

South Elgin

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Safety Officer, Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS), EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS), Hazardous Materials Team Member, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

19 Years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

South Elgin, IL

Years With Department/Agency

18 Years

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Carol Stream Fire (past)

My Training:

Illinois FFIII, Hazmat Tech, Hazmat Bio-Specialist, Hazmat Ops Trainer, Instructor I, EMS-Lead Instructor, CPR instructor, TEPP Instructor, Swift water Tech, SCUBA Diver, Ice Rescue Suface Tech Trainer.

About Me:

I started in the EMS Field right out of High School. I then became a POC in South Elgin, During this time I contuined to work in the security and law enforcement field. I became the head of a small EMS department on a Local River boat Casino resort before becoming a contract Medic for the Carol Stream Fire Department. Finally I went full time with the South Elgin Fire Dept. and have become a Hazmat tech with training in Bio/Chemical Weapons. I am 1 of the deaprments 2 EMS Lead instructors. I work on the department safety committee, Training, Hazmat Team, and other areas.

Day Job:

Hazmat Team Leader

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.facebook.com

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

My Grandfather was a volunteer in his younger days and I liked his stories. I also enjoy helping others. My Father also instilled a sense of Pride, Honor and Duty in me to help others.
A Firefighter's Pledge
I promise concern for others.
A willingness to help all those in need.
Promise courage - courage to face and conquer my fears.
Courage to share and endure the ordeal of those who need me.
I promise strength - strength of heart to bear
whatever burdens might be placed upon me.
Strength of body to deliver to safety
all those placed within my care.
I promise the wisdom to lead,
the compassion to comfort,
and the love to serve unselfishly
whenever I am called

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Being part of a brotherhood and team with the ability to use and learn new skill.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety in responding to calls and training

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