R Griffin

Male

East Liverpool, OH

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function: Other
Years in Fire/EMS:: 21
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: Glenmoor Fire/ resigned
Years With Department/Agency: 21
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations: Currently debating on joining another department in our twp.--
Pittsburgh Metro F.O.O.L.S
My Training:: I train with other departments in Ohio and Pennsylvania. Extrication, Haz mat, Awareness of command and control decision making at multiple alarm incidents,Alternative water supply planning and implementing.#1 DON'T TRAIN UNTIL YOU GET IT RIGHT--TRAIN UNTIL YOU CAN'T GET IT WRONG..................#2 IF YOU RESPOND 2 MINUTES LATE NO ONE WILL NOTICE IF YOU DON'T RESPOND AT ALL NO ONE WILL FORGET! #3 IT IS BETTER TO GET THERE GOING THE SPEED LIMIT THEN HALF WAY THERE FAST!!!
About Me:: I joined the Ohio State Highway Patrol Auxiliary and served many years before the demand of the construction of our station left no free time between work. I spend free time now visiting different fire departments and sharing training ideas and attending classes. I am a member of the Pittsburgh FOOLS and enjoy the activities and trainings available. BE SAFE!!!
Day Job:: Overhead crane operator
Relationship Status:: Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: My brother talked me into it.
Why I Love Fire/EMS: There's always something to learn
Top Issues Facing Responders:: Training, New construction and cost $$$$ of new equipment.