Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Assistant or Deputy Chief, Training Officer, First Responder

Years in Fire/EMS:

13

Years With Department/Agency

13

Dept. Web Site:

http://pgcfd.tripod.com

My Training:

IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting (Edition 4) A.K.A. "Level 1 Firefighting", Basic Forest Fire Suppression, WHMIS, Code 4 Advanced Vehicle Extrication, St. John Ambulance certified Medical First Responder, Assistant to the Nova Scotia Fire Marshal

About Me:

I'm a pretty laid back guy but I have a deep passion for firefighting, I believe it to be one of the most honorable and rewarding jobs any person can have. When I'm not working with the fire department I am an auto parts specialist for an auto service center.

Day Job:

Auto Parts Specialist

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

My father joined the fire department many years ago, and as a kid I would tag along. I guess it grows on you and I became interested in helping people and fighting fires. I've enjoyed it ever since I've joined.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I get to help people in a time of need

Top Issues Facing Responders:

In Nova Scotia, lack of training standards and money to make it better. That lack of money is also a major set-back for small rural departments who are in desperate need of new apparatus, firefighting equipment and facilities to do their jobs properly.