Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Firefighter

Years in Fire/EMS:

3yrs

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

qfrs

Years With Department/Agency

20mths

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.fire.qld.gov.au/

My Training:

i train wednesday nights,just finished my ARTEP course thats pre-auxilliary training

About Me:

well im a auxilary firefighter have been for last few months before that i was a volunteer firey for 12mths...i enjoy the learning an knowledge of being a firey...i have the best crew at my station we are all one big family....i am also a nursing assistant have been doing that for many years now....i live in a semi urban-rural town..dont get to many calls but more than most....anything else you like to know ask away

Day Job:

nursing assistant

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

i joined becuase i have always wanted to give back to the community...and after ash wednesday an black saturday....i thought i might be able to make a difference..a extra set of hands is better than none i say....dont get me wrong its not a easy job..but it is rewarding

Why I Love Fire/EMS

i love it because i get to feel like im making a difference in someones eyes

Top Issues Facing Responders:

the unkowing.....your pager may say one thing but when u get there it could be a different ball game..especially if your 1st on scene....i say go in with open mind an eyes....