Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Safety Officer

Years in Fire/EMS:

8 Years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

SHFD

Years With Department/Agency

8 Years

My Training:

Most of my training has been on the job with 3 training corses taken through KU fire school.

About Me:

I am 50 years old and work 50 miles one way from home.I joined the dept when we moved here in 2001 thinking it would be fun.Being a part of the dept got in my blood and I have never looked back.

Day Job:

Sara Lee Bakery Wichita Kansas

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

At the time there was only three fire dept members.I was asked to join and thought it would fun.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Its in my blood

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Retaining members