Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Combination

Job Function

Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

12

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Westview-Fairforest Fire & EMS Dept. Moore, SC

Years With Department/Agency

12

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.wffd.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Hilltop Fire District, Boiling Springs Fire District

My Training:

Main ones are FF1, NREMT-P, Haz-Mat, Extrication, Arson Investigation, Pump Ops. I have many others but don't remember them all.

About Me:

I'm a fourth generation firefighter. My great grandfather and grandfather were founding memebers of the department that I work for now. My dad also served as Chief of the same department for 10 years. I have a little brother who is also a firefighter. It's in our blood. It's what we do.

Day Job:

Being a daddy.

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.myspace.com/firemanmikey78

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I'm a fourth generation member. It's in my blood.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Knowing that I might have a made a difference in someone's day.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Personal fitness, eating habits, & the lack of manpower we are facing.