Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer, Fire/Rescue Department - Paid, Other Fire Department, EMS/Rescue Squad - Volunteer, EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid, Private EMS, Other Response Agency Type

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS), Firefighter, Junior Firefighter/Explorer, First Responder

Years in Fire/EMS:

7 years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Antioch Volunteer Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

1st year with them

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I have always loved helping people. I new the first time i saw that fire truck fly by me when i was a kid that i wonted to do that one day. I love the way people smile and say thanks when me as a firefighter does something for them. This is why i joined the Fire/EMS world.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I love to help people that are in need of help

Top Issues Facing Responders:

I think the biggest thing for volunteers is when someone does not wont to get out of the way of a POV with rescue lights in it.