Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Firefighter

Years in Fire/EMS:

11

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Camp Robinson Department of Public Safety

Years With Department/Agency

5

My Training:

FFI & FFII, Fire & Emergency Services Instructor I, Inspector I, HAZMAT OPS, AHA BLS Instructor, Graduate of the NFA Chief Fire Officer Program (160 hours), planning on pursuing EMT, Fire/Arson Investigator, & HAZMAT TECH. WAY MORE THAN THIS - YOU ALL KNOW HOW IT GOES!

About Me:

Over worked and under paid. Love Camping, fishing, hunting, 4-wheelers, and my horses.

Day Job:

Fire & Safety Coordinator

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.myspace.com/caryncates

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I watched 65 acres surrounding my home burn. Decided that this is what I wanted to do.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

DUH!!!!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Not enough people wanting to pursue this career field, funding, manpower, and dedication.