Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Safety Officer

Years in Fire/EMS:

45

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Grimshaw, Alberta, Canada

Years With Department/Agency

4

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Ballston Volunteer Fire Department, Arlington, VA
Arlington County Fire & Rescue Association, Arlington, VA

My Training:

FF II
Officer IV
Instructor IV
Hazmat Ops

About Me:

Volunteer Chief for 20+ years.
First FD Volunteer Coordinator for Arlington County, VA
Adjunct Instructor for Virginia Fire Services Training
Last "Big One:" The Pentagon on 9/11/01
Safety & Training Officer for Grimshaw Fire Department, Grimshaw, Alberta, Canada

Day Job:

Retired

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To serve my community and train for a new career. The career part never came to be, but nothing can take the place of helping others just because you want to.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Being able to help others

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Firefighter Safety
Volunteer Recruitment & Retention
VFD Funding