Chris

Male

North Carolina

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

18

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

City of Conover Fire Dept

Years With Department/Agency

18

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Long View Fire Dept

My Training:

FF1, FF2, D/O Pumps, D/O Ariels, EMT, Haz Mat, FLSE 1

About Me:

I really enjoy the profession that I chose. I look foward to going to work when the time comes. I've been married for 5 years now and have a wife that understands when I have to leave in a hurry. I enjoy doing Fire Prevention for the Depts. that I am affiliated with.

Day Job:

Fire Engineer

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

"The Rush".. I enjoy helping other people. Knowing that I help make a difference in a great feeling.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I like to help others and make a difference.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Manpower and the funds for manpower. Cities and municipalities want the best fire protection but, can't or will not provide the funds. A big one is FF safety.

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