Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer, Private EMS

Job Function

Assistant or Deputy Chief, Training Officer, Safety Officer, Hazardous Materials Team Member

Years in Fire/EMS:

15

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Dalzell F.D.

Years With Department/Agency

15

Web Site:

http://www.1033ambulance.org

My Training:

Firefighter II, Safety Officer, Training Officer classes, Leadership classes, EMT-I, Hazardous Materials Operations Level

Day Job:

EMT

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Firefighting was in my family for over 50 years. I felt it was something I had to do and have loved every moment. I got into EMS from a friend that kept telling me I should become an EMT, so I did.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I can bring a smile to someone in a time of need.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

For my department it is money, lack there of and personal. We are very short on funding and volunteers.