Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Retired

Years in Fire/EMS:

18

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Colerain Twp. Fire Dept.

Years With Department/Agency

14

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.colerainfire.com

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Cincinnati Fire Division, Greater Cincinnati HazMat Unit, Hamilton County USAR.

My Training:

Ohio FF I&II, Paramedic, HazMat Technician, Ohio certified fire instructor & EMS instructor (Paramedic).

About Me:

I try to live life as simple as I can. I'm blessed with an amazing wife & daughter. Love the outdoors (camp, hunt, fish, etc...) and time with family & friends. Unfortunately, I am now retired from the fire svc. as a result of PTSD & a list of things like it.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I had basic fire training in the Navy, and enjoyed it. Actually was talked into it by my bro-in-law, but would not trade it for anything.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I actually get to make a difference.....

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of attention to stress management/mental health of our brother & sister Firefighters. Too many lives are being ruined as a result of post-traumatic stress not being adequately recognized/addressed.