FL Smoke Diver

Male

Ocala, FL

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Military/Federal Response Agency
Job Function
Driver / Engineer
Years in Fire/EMS:
30+
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
ITT/Exelis Camp Phoenix, Kaubul. FGHANISTAN
Years With Department/Agency
2 years+
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations
Eaereckson Air Station Fire Dept, Shemya Island,AK, Eskan Village Fire Department Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Autec Fire Dept Andros Island, Bahamas
North Palm Beach Fire Rescue, FL
My Training:
Bachelors Degree in Fire Science. Currently enrolled in MBA in Public Administration
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
Joined as a jr firefighter at the age of 14. Now I'm 45 and still doing it.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Failure to adapt to changing equipment and tactics for the more traditional ways that have been killing firefighters since the inception of the fire service.

Comment Wall:

  • Fireyladd - Retired Chief Sharp

    Sir, 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 5, 2009