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Comment by WestPhilly on February 28, 2011 at 4:25pm

"PS - IM NOT YELLING. I ALWAYS TYPE IN CAPS."

Then you're ALWAYS YELLING.

Comment by Michael Carsey on February 28, 2011 at 2:12pm

First and for most what everybody is forgetting is that his Chief has made it and SOG to not have lights or sirens until your probationary period is up and if your challenging your Chief.... Just remember he didn't make it to Chief on his looks, respect the discussions that he makes!

Comment by Ryan Chinn on February 24, 2011 at 3:00am

im not sure about ohio law, but disregarding traffic laws are never a good idea. even if you doi it within a controlled situation and everything works out fine, you must remember: flashing lights and sirens doesnt mean everyone will let you pass, and you are not invincible. using lights and sirens to shave seconds from getting to the station/ scene only works if everyone is safe. is it worth risking civilian lives to try and get there 30 seconds faster? also if you are involved in an accident while running lights and sirens in a pov who covers it? the department or your insurance? believe me i understand the rush you get when the pager goes off and your sense of urgency, but some self control goes a long way. if you are an explorer dont worry. you still have plenty of time to see plenty of fires. right now all you should worry about is listening to your superiors advice and continuing training. good luck and be safe!

Comment by backsteprescue on February 21, 2011 at 1:21pm

According to your profile you're still an explorer so there is no reason for you to be worrying about lights and sirens. Second, even though you might not be yelling, typing in all caps is juvenile and you will be taken seriously if you type properly.... maybe you need to spend more time studying for english class.

Anyways, back to the original question. In Ohio, when a volunteer has lights and siren on his POV he is treated as a fire apparatus while responding. The law allows you to exceed the speed limit by 10 miles per hour, conditions permitting. You are allowed to go through a controlled intersection only after you have determined that all drivers have seen you and all traffic is stopped. The most important part of the law is that you must drive with DUE REGARD.