Co-owner and Lead Instructor of Engine House Training, LLC. I am a deputy chief/fire marshal with my combination department where I have been a member for 28 years. My career department I am a Battalion Chief and have been a career firefighter for 19 years.
I had an older cousin that was a firefighter and being 8 years older than me, he was my role model. So, since about the age of seven, this is all I have wanted to do.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
It's the greatest job on the planet.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Leadership, resources and training. Include political road blocks and things can be very challenging. Stay focused and stay positive and things will turn out okay. Only you can control your attitude.
Jason, welcome to the Nation. I am glad you dropped in to join the group. Dont be shy just jump in anywhere and get your feet wet. There is lots to do, read and be involved with. Your participation and involvement is important to us all. Takes a bit to kinda figure it all out but you will be glad you did. Have fun and look around.
Back at you. Your posts are well thought out and thought provoking... I'm assuming that's your goal here and you are doing it well. I'm all over the map on the FFN after doing this gig for over 30 years. It's fun to give back once and awhile...
My passion is WMD hospital hazmat response and decon. I have been teaching this in the field nationally for a long time now and look forward to being able to focus on this endeavor once getting retired from the fire department and dealing with a couple of medical issues.
TCSS my friend,
Mike Schlags, Fire Captain, Hazmat WMD Specialist
Santa Barbara County Fire Department
mschlags@yahoo.com
Thanks Jason, for the pdf. Just got it now and will take a look at it after.
Awesome of you for sharing your information to others, the way it should be.
KSHF
Thanks for the invite and add brother! I've visited your FFOWE site and you're doing an awesome job! - I also appreciate the "hat tips" you've given my way. It's very refreshing to see individuals like yourself who put in a tremendous amount of time to ensure the safety of our fellow firefighters. Keep up the great work - It's appreciated by more than you know.
Fireyladd - Retired Chief Sharp
Chief William Sharp
Southern Oregon Coast
Mar 18, 2009
Brotherhood Instructors, LLC
Jan 10, 2010
Ron King (Fire Chief)
Jan 25, 2010
Mike Schlags (Captain Busy) Retd
My passion is WMD hospital hazmat response and decon. I have been teaching this in the field nationally for a long time now and look forward to being able to focus on this endeavor once getting retired from the fire department and dealing with a couple of medical issues.
TCSS my friend,
Mike Schlags, Fire Captain, Hazmat WMD Specialist
Santa Barbara County Fire Department
mschlags@yahoo.com
Feb 5, 2010
Derek R.
Awesome of you for sharing your information to others, the way it should be.
KSHF
May 13, 2010
DALE G. PEKEL
Thanks for the invite and add brother! I've visited your FFOWE site and you're doing an awesome job! - I also appreciate the "hat tips" you've given my way. It's very refreshing to see individuals like yourself who put in a tremendous amount of time to ensure the safety of our fellow firefighters. Keep up the great work - It's appreciated by more than you know.
Best Regards,
Dale G. Pekel
May 17, 2010
Marc
thanks!
May 21, 2010
Roy Walker
Jul 22, 2010
Gregory Borg
Aug 16, 2010
adel
Jan 10, 2011