Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department, EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid, Law Enforcement

Job Function

Battalion Chief / Division Chief

Years in Fire/EMS:

20+

Years With Department/Agency

10

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Arnold PA 1981-1983

My Training:

Too Long to List...Over 1500 Hours beyond College. Master's License and Certification in LEO and Fire

About Me:

I am getting cranky in my old age. I have Lupus so some morning everyone avoids me. I still believe in Chain of Command and Span of Control. I am not informal and I command.

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

When I was young...most of the adults worked. You started as a Vol in PA at 16. I later received both a BS and MS in Criminal Justice and worked in a Public Safety Department where you took a call - you did it all.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

It is what I am...my Career has been good to me

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Quality Gear - all departments. The rural firefighters sometimes get shafted.
Train - Train - Train - The more you sweat now the less you bleed later