Are there any firefighter in New York states, Or in other states. Who are being mandated by the state that every firefighter have a bailout system with a Harness, hook, and descender. I have recently heard that all firefighters in NY but have one my May. Has anyone else heard of this?

I am 20 Years old and have been involved in the both career and volunteer Fire and EMS since I was 18. In my Two and a half years in this business I have noticed that I am have a very difficult time staying friends with people my own age. I feel that this job has made me grow up much faster than them. I find myself getting very frustrated with them. I spend my day at work running calls going to fires, car crashes, and medical calls , and for my friends my age their biggest concern in life is… Continue