Type of Organization

EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid

Job Function

EMT - Basic

Years in Fire/EMS:

14

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

shell pearl gtl qatar

Years With Department/Agency

3years

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

potchefstroom fire and rescue service 1997-2000 volunteer 2000-2007 permanent.shell pearl gtl qatar 2009-current

My Training:

emt-b,hazmat awareness.hazmat operational,fire fighter one,fire fighter two.hazmat technician

About Me:

i joined the fire service in 1997 as a volunteer fire fighter while attending high school.i joined the permanent force in 2000 where i attended all my training.when i left potchefstroom fire service in south africa i was a acting fire luitenant.currently i am working as a emergency responder for shell

Day Job:

emergency responder

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

to make a difference

Why I Love Fire/EMS

u can make difference just by doing your job

Top Issues Facing Responders:

crazy drivers on the road,underpaid and overworked staff.understaffed fire and ems stations putting unnecessary strain on staff