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What will your nickname be?

I wrote this quite some time ago for our Municipal Districts Recruitment Drive, I just stumbled across it and it brought a smile to my face. I am a Captain now and can only hope that I can lead as I was once led.  I thought this would be a fitting start to my foray into blogging on Fire Engineering.  Hope you enjoy...........

The First Call

It’s 2:00 in the morning your fast asleep when suddenly the peaceful silence is broken by your radio “Foothills…

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Posted on April 11, 2012 at 8:30am — 3 Comments

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THOMAS D HORNE commented on Chad Sartison's photo
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What if Volunteer Firefighters Didn't Volunteer?

"Oh you can't answer that question.  They would all be replaced by career staff.  That is what some of my IAFF colleagues believe.  If the volunteers would just stay home there would be endless expansion in the career ranks. …"
Apr 12, 2012
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What if Volunteer Firefighters Didn't Volunteer?

I wanted a shot that illustrated a firefighter alone against the world and that is what I got! This is a volunteer firefighter in Leslieville and was taken for their calendar in 2012. Charles Hope our photographer never disappoints and I have an…
Apr 11, 2012
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Apr 11, 2012
Joel Fournie commented on Chad Sartison's blog post What will your nickname be?
"Nice one Sartison! "
Apr 11, 2012
Chad Sartison commented on Chad Sartison's blog post What will your nickname be?
"Cheers Mike!  Stay safe.... "
Apr 11, 2012
Mike France commented on Chad Sartison's blog post What will your nickname be?
"Nicely put,.  "
Apr 11, 2012
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Apr 11, 2012
Chad Sartison posted a blog post

What will your nickname be?

I wrote this quite some time ago for our Municipal Districts Recruitment Drive, I just stumbled across it and it brought a smile to my face. I am a Captain now and can only hope that I can lead as I was once led.  I thought this would be a fitting start to my foray into blogging on Fire Engineering.  Hope you enjoy...........The First CallIt’s 2:00 in the morning your fast asleep when suddenly the peaceful silence is broken by your radio “Foothills Station respond to your hall vehicle crash car…See More
Apr 11, 2012
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Chad Sartison commented on Paul Combs's blog post 2012 FDIC - ARE YOU PREPARED FOR BATTLE ?
"Will be great to meet you Paul!!   Your illustrations are a virtual encyclopaedia!  A window into everything right and everything wrong with our beloved fire service today!!"
Apr 11, 2012
Paul Combs and Chad Sartison are now friends
Mar 22, 2012
Chad Sartison commented on Paul Combs's blog post Empty Well
"Thank's for your comment on my post Paul I agree 100% our pool has changed under our watch and we have not changed with it.  May I have your permission to use this illustration in my KeyNote presentations and at my FDIC class? "
Mar 22, 2012
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Respect

"Yet another poignant cartoon by Paul that speaks volumes!   I have always believed the greatest leaders don't lead they are followed!  "
Mar 21, 2012
Chad Sartison left a comment for Bobby Halton
"Hey Bobby Great to here from you!!!  No excused I just joined a few minuets ago and it is long overdue. Excited about Steve Kraft!!! Your ears must have been burning Jodi and I were discussing you in our meeting today I was going to reach out…"
Mar 20, 2012
Chad Sartison commented on Paul Combs's blog post Empty Well
"Hey Paul Love the cartoon! You would be are pressed to find a more committed fan thank you for bringing awareness to such a prolific problem!!!! A quick observation for your readers.   Our well isn't dry our bucked is broke!  I have…"
Mar 20, 2012
Bobby Halton left a comment for Chad Sartison
"Welcome Chad, what took you so long to find us! What are our plans for FDIC when is Canada night? Did you see Steve Kraft is keynoting!"
Mar 20, 2012

Profile Information

Lives in:
Priddis Alberta Canada
Department:
Foothills Fire Department
Title/rank:
Captain
Years of public service:
8
Agency structure:
Volunteer fire department
Top issues in your department:
Recruitment and retention
Professional Qualifications:
1001 FF Level 2
ICS100,200,300
1021 Level 1
Topics you provide training for:
Firehouse Leadership, Retention & Recruitment, Public Relations
Areas of expertise:
Retention & Recruitment

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At 9:19pm on March 20, 2012, Bobby Halton said…
Welcome Chad, what took you so long to find us! What are our plans for FDIC when is Canada night? Did you see Steve Kraft is keynoting!
 
 
 

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