James Mclennan

Male

Binscarth, Manitoba

Canada

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function
Fire Chief / Chief of Department
Years in Fire/EMS:
9
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Binscarth Fire Department
Years With Department/Agency
9
Dept. Web Site:
http://https://sites.google.com/a/canadianfirefighter.com/binscarth...
My Training:
FF1, Hazmat tech (nh3),ics100,fire dept managment, fire ground managment, notation, confined space rescue
About Me:
I joined the Fire Dept. 7 years ago after a friend pestered me enough to join, he was the Chief at the time. At first I had no interest at all in this proffession, but I am sure glad he did. I now live, breath and sleep firefighting. It takes up more time than my day job, however I wouldnt want it any other way. 3 years ago I was promoted to Deputy Chief, along with a new Chief, and am now a member with the MAFC, Manitoba Association of Fire Chiefs. Since then we restructured the Dept, along with new members, which have contributed strongly. We now have more of a budget, new equiptment, more training....more of everything.But no need to stop there. The process of learning and making things better should never stop.
Day Job:
Nh3 maintanence/operator/inspector
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
At first it was from a friend pestering me to join
Why I Love Fire/EMS
I love the rush of a call, the orinized chaos of a scene, the teamwork and dedication, but most of all, the feeling of helping people through a rough time or experience. Thats the greatest reward
Top Issues Facing Responders:
the world is changing. with small communities, knowlege, training, resources and funding is always hard. being on top of the game isnt easy......train train train....ask everyone for all kinds aof tips,solutions,ideas....

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  • Stefan Hilgers

    james,
    i really like to exchange a shirt and patch with you !
    tell me if you are interested .
    stay save
    stefan

    Jun 29, 2011

  • John Gillard

    Hello James,

    Do you have have a patch coming my way? I sent you my FD patch some months ago. I have not received your patch nor have I heard from you.I would appreciate receiving your patch I would hate to think you will not be sending your patch. Being Chief ofyour Department and a member of the MFCA, I am looking forward to you doing the proped thing and will send your patch along.

    Please asvise me when you will be forwarding your patch.

    Thanks. John Gillard

     

    Aug 20, 2012

  • John Gillard

    Hello James,

    I received your Binscarth FD patch this morning.

    Thanks for the trade.

    John Gillard

    Aug 29, 2012