Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Safety Officer, Lieutenant, Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Driver / Engineer, Retired

Years in Fire/EMS:

36

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Baltimore City Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

32

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.baltimorecity.gov/government/fire/

Web Site:

http://www.arbutusvfd.org/

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

When I was younger, I also volunteered in Anne Arundel County, MD (Brooklyn, Ferndale VFDs)

My Training:

Too much to list!

About Me:

I'm happily married with no children by choice. My wife used to be involved in EMS. I'm partially retired and enjoying my vacation house near the beach. My interests are firefighting & fire safety, movies & Ham Radio (call sign N3WJG)

Day Job:

Retired

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.myspace.com/safetyofficer

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I've always admired firefighters ever since I was a little kid. As soon as I turned 16, I joined the Brooklyn Volunteer Fire Department. When I turned 18, I was hired by the Baltimore City Fire Department.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Comaradarie!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Politicians