Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid, Military/Federal Response Agency, EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid

Job Function

Safety Officer, Firefighter / EMT-Basic, First Responder, Hazardous Materials Team Member, 911 Operator/Dispatcher, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

20 years F/F, 8 years EMS

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Grissom AFB, St. Joseph EMS

Years With Department/Agency

Grissom 1989-1993 MIlitary;1995-present USAF Reserves;1998-present Fulltime civilian

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Became Firefighter in the Air Force, Still at it

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Working together and the excitment of taking control of an out of control situation

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety and Training