Firstwhip

69, Male

Syracuse

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function
Training Officer, Firefighter, Other
Years in Fire/EMS:
30+
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Lakeside FD
Years With Department/Agency
Since August 1973.
Dept. Web Site:
http://lakesidefiredistrict.com
My Training:
FFE, Ladder Ops., SCO, Haz-Mat Tech Level for Miller Brewing Co. (Fulton, NY)
About Me:
Been a proud member since 1973! Held both Lieutenant and Captain line officer positions and had one unsuccessful attempt at an Asst' Chief's position. I currently sit on the board as a Commissioner for the Lakeside Fire District. Primary duty here besides overseeing the budget and purchases for the district is training.
Day Job:
Equipment Operator
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
Because 4 of my friends joined the local FD
Why I Love Fire/EMS
Cannot descibe it! The very best!!!
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Retention of volunteer members. Proper training for volunteers.

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  • Mary Ellen Shea

    thanks for that suggestion...I do actually keep dry socks, pants (scrubs, they don't take much room) and extra gloves, but I hadn't thought about stashing them on the rig.
    Smart thinking.

    Jan 18, 2009

  • NYFireengine

    What's up Man...?? How's things going in Lakeside? Like the water supply pick ..The old Dog, and the Boy... very cool...I see you straightened out Mary ellen on stashing the extra duds trick..I've done that for years on the engine...Many a day frose my ass as a kid..Getting smarter ....LMAO...JD

    Jan 31, 2009

  • John Bierling

    Hi Firstwhip, I’m a retired Fire Chief and understand the importance of health & fitness for our responders. I joined FF Nation to share my incredible wellness story with everyone. Fitness is only a part of the equation; internal wellness is the real essential for healthy responders. Many of us need to get healthier. If you’re interested in more information about this life changing program please send me an email at: John@IncidentMT.com
    Thanks, John

    Feb 9, 2009