Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Assistant or Deputy Chief, Safety Officer, EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS), Hazardous Materials Team Member

Years in Fire/EMS:

25+

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Fire / Rescue

Years With Department/Agency

19

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.stillmanfire.com

Web Site:

http://www.exeloncorp.com/ourcompanies/powergen/nuclear/byron_gener...

My Training:

FF-III, Paramedic, Confined Space Rescue Team, Haz-Mat Team.

Day Job:

Fire Mashal - Byron Nuclear Power Station

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

My Dad has been in the Ski Patrol for 60+ years. He was a Paramedic in the early 70's. So, when one of my best friends asked me to join his local FD, I jumped on the chance!

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I can make a difference!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety and the lack of leadership beliving that Safety can save lives. Recent favorite quote heard - "People Die and you can't change that!"