Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Training Officer

Years in Fire/EMS:

thirty

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Clinton Fire Dept.

Years With Department/Agency

2.5

Web Site:

http://tedptallc@yahoo.com

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Coventry Fire Dept. training officer,infectious disease officer.diver.confined space,and rope rescue tech. line officer lieutenant, as well as state of ohio paramedic.

My Training:

certified ohio level 2 firefighter,state of ohio paramedic. numerous other certifications.
currently completing a biology/chemistry degree.

About Me:

married,a daughter, a son, a son inlaw, and a grandson. we also have two dogs & two cats.

Day Job:

firemedic

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

long story lol.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

the differant sitsuations we possibley face.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

I feel one of the top issues facing local fire dept's in our area is establishing a rit or ric team.