I am constantly amazed (actually not) at the number of individuals who come on here and post discussions criticizing, slamming members and leadership within their department or organization. Do they not realize they do not live in a vacuum here. Everything is open for all the world to see. Your picture, name, department and community are all represented by you and what you say represents them. Did you stop to think about that before you posted your criticism? Did you run that by your Chief or Officers to get their perspective and support? I think not. Therein lies the problem in most cases. If you WERE discussing this with your leadership we wouldn't see it posted here for all to see. Its been said those who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones. Well, if you really had a concern or question shouldn't you be taking it to the source? I am sure your Chief, Officers, other firefighters and your community would rather have these comments kept in house and dealt with there rather then brought out for all to see. Of course if you choose to do this you may reap the consequences of your lack of forethought by getting a phone call, requested visit to the Chiefs office or worse find yourself on the outside looking in. Finally, we all represent a department and others. That said, be part of the solution rather then the problem. Do yourself and your department a favor. Take the time to think about what you write here before your post it for all to see.