Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer, EMS/Rescue Squad - Volunteer

Job Function

Training Officer, Captain

Years in Fire/EMS:

30

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Woolwich Fire Department, Elmira Station

Years With Department/Agency

30

Dept. Web Site:

http://woolwich.ca/en/townshipservices/fire_stations.asp

My Training:

Basic Firefighting
Pumps and Fireground
Officer
Arson Investigation
Defib and First Aid, Casualty Care

About Me:

I am a fortunate man with 30 close friends who I can trust to pack my parachute. I joined to be with my brother (Station Chief), brother-in law (retired) and now with two nephews. Supportive wife, who is beyond belief.

Day Job:

Distribution Manager

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To be an active member of the community.
Giving back to those who are in need.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I am part of a team that always helps and cares in time of peril.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Budgets, support from local goverment.
Safety with new vehicles, the materials, airbags, etc., also new home construction materials.
Day Job losses, results in more new recruits, training, etc.