"Your right 100%. I stuffed it. And it ended my career. Chronic PTSD."
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going for my ham license
Started Mar 4 0 Replies 0 Likes
after careful consideration I'm going for my ham license.Ive had a spate of repairing radios and antenna systems due to an incident where we had to redirect large trucks on a narrow road.at the time…Continue
through a vehicle hose deployment
Started Feb 2 0 Replies 0 Likes
twitter, and other social media is ablaze with rants about this incident.…Continue
Lucky to be Alive Incidents
Started Jan 21 0 Replies 0 Likes
went out on a call the other day (MVA) truck struck a utility pole due to icy roads. the young couple escaped the vehicle in the short interval before the auto-recloser re-nergized the lines.the…Continue
Keep Up on Rope and Rescue Training
Started Nov 10, 2019 0 Replies 0 Likes
many departments have some training in rope and rescue.but as a navy veteran we have had a lot of training in rope and its multitude of uses.aside from scheduled training we throw in a few surprise…Continue
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Memory, Stress, and Counseling.
This is a kind of touchy subject because every person is different and how they handle stress is myriad as well.there are those of us who are Cursed with a photographic memory and in our line of work the trauma we deal with can take its toll in ptsd.now many people would say its not a curse but a blessing! NOT REALLY!!no matter how long it goes on a stressful event can be likened to an angry crow in your head screaming at regular intervals in your ear so you never forget it..here is why you…See More
Memory, Stress, and Counseling.
This is a kind of touchy subject because every person is different and how they handle stress is myriad as well.there are those of us who are Cursed with a photographic memory and in our line of work the trauma we deal with can take its toll in ptsd.now many people would say its not a curse but a blessing! NOT REALLY!!no matter how long it goes on a stressful event can be likened to an angry crow in your head screaming at regular intervals in your ear so you never forget it..here is why you…See More
"the black one is a cairns helmet usually dated around 1970 to 1980. and is probably past its safety date for fire use. We use some of these for fire police/traffic control because they are a symbol of authority recognized by the public.
the red one…"
"Good to hear surgery went well. Take it easy brother!"
"recovering from pacemaker surgery, a bit sore but feel good. using the rest time to organize my office (much to the wife's delight)"
going for my ham license
after careful consideration I'm going for my ham license.Ive had a spate of repairing radios and antenna systems due to an incident where we had to redirect large trucks on a narrow road.at the time of the night that it happened a vehicle into a pole and live lines down! it was a while before the power company was able to shut the power off.in the meantime we had to get 20 big rigs turned around at a narrow intersection.Im glad the guys had a little patience, but i told them i wished i had my…See More
"cb radios can be of some use, But not as firefighting communications.
I have one in my pov because sometimes we have had to close roads due to accidents and the cb gave me a means of communicating the road closure to the truckers in our area.
I have…"
"due to the confusion caused by code-speak It has largely fallen by the wayside and is now discouraged in communication of the fire and police services.
and if you think about it if you are calling for help because a person is down what are the…"
"small equipment maintenance such as trash pumps, portable generators, hydraulic pumps, "minor" vehicular electric and mechanical work.
our equipment (Trucks and main generator) is under maintenance contracts for major and cyclic pms…"
through a vehicle hose deployment
twitter, and other social media is ablaze with rants about this incident.…See More
Lucky to be Alive Incidents
went out on a call the other day (MVA) truck struck a utility pole due to icy roads. the young couple escaped the vehicle in the short interval before the auto-recloser re-nergized the lines.the vehicle then burned as the power came back on before the engine arrived(rural area)this couple escaped with only minor scrapes and bruises. I think someone was watching out for them.Its one of these cases where i wish i could have told them just how lucky they were.it was a 10 kv line that was laying…See More
"a field training officer program! That depends on your location, and local government requirements.
I could create one but it would be for my area and may not be suitable for yours.
Generally many of your senior personnel handle much of the training…"
Lucky to be alive incidents.
went out on a call the other day (MVA) truck struck a utility pole due to icy roads. the young couple escaped the vehicle in the short interval before the auto-recloser re-nergized the lines.the vehicle then burned as the power came back on before the engine arrived(rural area)this couple escaped with only minor scrapes and bruises. I think someone was watching out for them.Its one of these cases where i wish i could have told them just how lucky they were.it was a 10 kv line that was laying…See More
Profile Information
- What State do you live in?
- PA
- Type of Organization
- Volunteer Fire Department
- Job Function
- First Repsonder, Other
- Years in Fire/EMS:
- 1
- Primary Fire/EMS Department:
- Fire Police
- Years With Department/Agency
- 1
- Dept. Web Site:
- http://smethportfd.com/index.php
- Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations
- trained fire-fighter Orlando navy base (past)
specialized in petroleum products oil, fuels. aircraft,electrical and alpha class fires
- My Training:
- Fire police,BLS, landing zone, (present) and applying for vehicle rescue when it becomes available
- About Me:
- I enjoy volunteering for many causes including camp JJ (a camp for disabled children) I am a computer technician and retired industrial electrician, i enjoy spoiling grandkids and pets alike, and i enjoy fishing,hunting, and quiet walks.
- Day Job:
- Retired Industrial Electrician
- Relationship Status:
- In a Relationship
- Why I Joined Fire/EMS
- to be able to assist where and when i could in any emergency
- Why I Love Fire/EMS
- brotherhood
- Top Issues Facing Responders:
- fire, traffic incidents and bad weather emergencies
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Memory, Stress, and Counseling.
Posted on June 7, 2020 at 9:52pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
This is a kind of touchy subject because every person is different and how they handle stress is myriad as well.
there are those of us who are Cursed with a photographic memory and in our line of work the trauma we deal with can take its toll in ptsd.
now many people would say its not a curse but a blessing! NOT REALLY!!
no matter how long it goes on a stressful event can be likened to an angry crow in your head screaming at regular intervals in your ear so you never…
Continuededication to our departments
Posted on November 6, 2019 at 12:46pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
we all know that it takes dedication to be a firefighter/ems/ police!.
Its difficult for the average person to understand the dedication we put forth to the community and often we face criticism from people who just don't get it!
being part of a fire department whether its a paid dept or a volunteer one takes a certain amount of character that people only find they have after they have joined.
there are those who feel alone, depressed, and often mildly…
Continuevehicle rescue training refresher
Posted on August 21, 2018 at 6:00pm 0 Comments 1 Like
had a little vehicle rescue refresher training today to give the new guys a little practice with the jaws of life.
our trainer was excellent in explaining the different methods and options for cutting a vehicle open.
our local salvage yard happily donates car bodies for training!1534893485377.jpg
early morning fire in Eldred Pa Numerous companies and ems services responded, multiple patients transported to hospitals for smoke inhalation. traffic was routed to alternate routes due to main stre…
Posted on June 22, 2018 at 1:16pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
early morning fire in Eldred Pa Numerous companies and ems services responded, multiple patients transported to hospitals for smoke inhalation. traffic was routed to alternate routes due to main street being closed off completely.
no serious injuries but it was a long battle (over 4 hours) for the crews who responded!
Hats off to the guys and gals of Eldred, Port Allegany, Coudersport, Olean, Roulette. Knapps Creek, Smethport, Otto, and Portville
ContinueComment Wall (3 comments)
- At 3:03pm on May 1, 2018,
Mqondisi Moyo said…
Thank you Ted, there is so much dedication by my fellow firefighters indeed, usually working by improvising due to lack of equipment but usually achieving the end goal which is to spare other peoples lives and maintaining our safety. its best to be part of this network, the greatest weapon fireman needs is Knowledge.
- At 1:52am on April 23, 2018,
Sanatha Rajeev Pagoda said…
- Thank you for excepting me to my freighter nation.Regards
Rajeev
- At 1:40pm on April 20, 2018,
Fireyladd - Chief Sharp said…
Welcome to Firefighter Nation Ted. Its awesome you joined the group. There is lots to do, read and be involved with here. Your participation and involvement is important to us all.
Chief William Sharp- Retired
Brookings Fire / Rescue
Living in Alaska
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