Daniel Lawson

53, Male

somerset, new jersey

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Combination
Job Function
Firefighter / EMT-Basic
Years in Fire/EMS:
17 plus
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
North Plainfield Fire dept, North Plainfield New Jersey
Years With Department/Agency
7
Dept. Web Site:
http://iafflocal2958.org
Web Site:
http://Middlebushfire.org
My Training:
Fire fighter /EMT level 1 instructor and fire inspector current certs and lots of other classes
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
was looking for something to do when i was 21 started at the volly fd and got hooked now im a career firefighter and i still volunteer as well.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
helping when everyone else runs away im running in
Top Issues Facing Responders:
from the volly side lack of recruitment and retention of volunteers the continuing pressure put on by legislative requirements for training. The paid side not enough manpower responding to calls, the fact that the fire dept no longer is immune to being sued we are now held accountable for what we do.

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  • George Wade

    Dan - Just checking in, my friend. Stay safe.

    Feb 12, 2008

  • Michael Reinbeck Jr.

    I'm good,how are things in North Plainfield and Middlebush?

    Apr 4, 2008

  • Rich

    Hey Dan, a quick check in. How ya doin' buddy?
    Hope you are ok, I'm still hangin' in there. Just had a bunch layed off at work, I survived...so far.
    Here's to ya, be safe!
    Rich

    Nov 6, 2008