Fire medic 206

53, Male

South Elgin

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function
Safety Officer, Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS), EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS), Hazardous Materials Team Member, Driver / Engineer
Years in Fire/EMS:
19 Years
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
South Elgin, IL
Years With Department/Agency
18 Years
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations
Carol Stream Fire (past)
My Training:
Illinois FFIII, Hazmat Tech, Hazmat Bio-Specialist, Hazmat Ops Trainer, Instructor I, EMS-Lead Instructor, CPR instructor, TEPP Instructor, Swift water Tech, SCUBA Diver, Ice Rescue Suface Tech Trainer.
About Me:
I started in the EMS Field right out of High School. I then became a POC in South Elgin, During this time I contuined to work in the security and law enforcement field. I became the head of a small EMS department on a Local River boat Casino resort before becoming a contract Medic for the Carol Stream Fire Department. Finally I went full time with the South Elgin Fire Dept. and have become a Hazmat tech with training in Bio/Chemical Weapons. I am 1 of the deaprments 2 EMS Lead instructors. I work on the department safety committee, Training, Hazmat Team, and other areas.
Day Job:
Hazmat Team Leader
Relationship Status:
Married
Facebook or Other Online Profile:
http://www.facebook.com
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
My Grandfather was a volunteer in his younger days and I liked his stories. I also enjoy helping others. My Father also instilled a sense of Pride, Honor and Duty in me to help others.
A Firefighter's Pledge
I promise concern for others.
A willingness to help all those in need.
Promise courage - courage to face and conquer my fears.
Courage to share and endure the ordeal of those who need me.
I promise strength - strength of heart to bear
whatever burdens might be placed upon me.
Strength of body to deliver to safety
all those placed within my care.
I promise the wisdom to lead,
the compassion to comfort,
and the love to serve unselfishly
whenever I am called
Why I Love Fire/EMS
Being part of a brotherhood and team with the ability to use and learn new skill.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Safety in responding to calls and training

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  • Jenelle

    Thank you very much

    Apr 27, 2009

  • Kris Sihachack

    Thanks for the welcome message!

    May 27, 2009

  • Kris Sihachack

    Hi, just stopping by to show some love! ;-D Have a great week.

    Sep 10, 2009