Christopher Anderson

42, Male

Milwaukee, WI

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Combination Fire Rescue Department
Job Function
Firefighter / EMT-Basic
Years in Fire/EMS:
12 Years
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Menomonee Falls
Years With Department/Agency
2
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations
Started on Sussesx Fire Department when I was still in High School with the youth explorer program. Also worked 3 years at a private ambulance company on the North side of Milwaukee. Currently work as standby on Menomonee Falls Fire Dept and am enrolled in an accelerated 22 week paramedic program.
My Training:
FF-1, EMT-Basic, Paramedic Student
About Me:
Trying to go career now after leaving fire service for EMS, I am testing all over my area, trying to get something full time. After 12 years as an EMT-B and waiting on the Paramedic wait list for 8 I am about to start the program full time. I am excited for the challenge and opportunities.
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
To get involved in my community, and because I enjoy the physical and mental challenges.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
I have never found anything as rewarding as this.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
1) Budget cuts!!
2) Training, always more to learn
3) Safety, see numbers 1 & 2.

Comment Wall:

  • Fireyladd - Retired Chief Sharp

    Christopher, welcome to the FF Nation. I am glad you dropped in to join the group. Dont be shy. 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.


    Chief William Sharp
    Southern Oregon Coast

    Apr 28, 2009

  • Leo Cartwright

    Hi there Christopher; I’m Leo from Australia, Paramedic; Welcome to FFN hope U enjoy the site and gather many friends during your stay. If you read my profile and think that I am suited; please feel free to add me to your collection of FFN friends. If I have not added you as a friend, it’s because I have reached my Max and I am waiting for members to reply to me.
    I also collect Patches and badges and would love to show one of yours in my collection. I am looking for Police, Medical, Ambulance, S&R; Dispatcher & Fire Service patches. If U are interested, or U know someone in these groups please contact me. My Email is lecar1@bigpond.net.au
    My address is:-
    Leo J. Cartwright
    246 Kay Street
    TRARALGON
    VICTORIA 3844
    AUSTRALIA Cheers Leo

    May 3, 2009