Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations
International Association of Arson Investigators
National Association of Fire Investigators
International Association of Fire Fighters
My Training:
I am a graduate of Columbia Southern Fire Admin. program along with many other certification courses obtained from the Alabama Fire College, and National Fire Academy.
About Me:
I am currently serving as the Assistant Fire Marshal in Gadsden, Alabama. I have an extreme passion for code enforcement and fire investigation. I firmly feel that through these mediums we can reduce not only fire fatalities, but primarily firefighter LODD's.
Day Job:
Code enforcement, Fire Investigation, Public Education
I felt a strong connection to the fire service from the minute I was introduced to it. Once I got my feet wet I realized this is the best job in the world. I get to go to work everyday having a great time.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
I feel that I get to be part of something that is much larger than myself.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Firefighter fatalities, Reduced manpower, modern construction techniques
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Welcome! My name is Joe Vavra and I used to be a volunteer fireman for Markle FD. I was raised in Braddock Hills and am now retired and living in Fl. I sell plaques and other unique items to fire, police, military, etc. all over the country and wondered if you could take a look at my website at www.customwallplaques.us and let me know who I could contact in your department? Thanks - Joe
Welcome to Firefighter Nation Heath. I'm glad you joined the group. There is lots to do, read and be involved with. Your participation and involvement is important to us all. Chief William Sharp- Retired Brookings Fire / Rescue Living in Alaska
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Welcome! My name is Joe Vavra and I used to be a volunteer fireman for Markle FD. I was raised in Braddock Hills and am now retired and living in Fl. I sell plaques and other unique items to fire, police, military, etc. all over the country and wondered if you could take a look at my website at www.customwallplaques.us and let me know who I could contact in your department? Thanks - Joe
Welcome to Firefighter Nation Heath. I'm glad you joined the group. There is lots to do, read and be involved with. Your participation and involvement is important to us all.
Chief William Sharp- Retired
Brookings Fire / Rescue
Living in Alaska