Type of Organization

EMS/Rescue Squad - Volunteer

Job Function

EMT - Basic, Retired

Years in Fire/EMS:

25+

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Alleghany County Rescue Squad

Years With Department/Agency

23 years

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Alleghany County Emergency Services Director
North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal

My Training:

EMT 1978 to Current
BRT / ART Rescue Instructor
ERT Rescue Instructor
NFPA 1006 Rescue Technician Instructor
NFPA 1006 Confined Space Rescue Instructor
NFPA 1006 Ropes Technician Instructor
NFPA 1006 Structural Collapse Instructor
NFPA 1006 Surface Water Rescue Instructor
NFPA 472 Haz-Mat Operations Instructor

About Me:

Father of two (2) boys
Grandfather of four (4) (3 boys and a girl)
Husband of 41 years
Vietnam Veteran (1966-1970)

Day Job:

Retired

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To be a part of something that helps others

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The thrill of helping someone in trouble.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Training and Safety
Safety and Training

One begets the other