Greg Bristol

Male

Argyle, New York

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function: Captain
Years in Fire/EMS:: 37
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: Argyle Fire Department
Years With Department/Agency: 37
Dept. Web Site:: http://argyle-fire.com
My Training:: 1.)Most state training that has been available
2.)In house training
3.)Special emphasis on vehicle extrication
About Me:: I worked 31 years at a medical catheter plant in our fire district until the company moved it's operation to Mexico(thanks NAFTA). For the last 5 years I have been working the 3 to 11 shift at our local school which makes it difficult to take any new training courses.
Day Job:: Custodian
Relationship Status:: Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: My Dad was Chief of the Department at the time and my Mom was president of the auxiliary. I grew up with the fire department as a big part of my life.
Why I Love Fire/EMS: I love the comraderie and helping people.
Top Issues Facing Responders:: 1.)Recruitment and Retention
2.)Training