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Outside Training At Your Department
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Marty Mayes Dec 24, 2008.

Building construction placards.
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Chris Fleming Sep 28, 2008.

What do you use for your high rise pack?
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Charlie Rivera replied to Eddie Crombie's discussion What's In Your Pockets?
"I have... -2 door chocks in my coat and one on my lid -Wire Cutters -16ft of webbing water knotted to make a loop -Electrical tape and Medical tape -Spring loaded center punch -A saw blade tool -Safety glasses -Medical gloves -Flat head &…"
Jul 15, 2011
Brian Jones replied to Eddie Crombie's discussion What's In Your Pockets?
"Well stated and I couldnt agree more.  I too started out with a mobile hardware store in my gear, but the first survival class I took, I went to do the head first bail onto the ladder and the guys butting it almost got a concussion from all the…"
May 13, 2011
Eddie Crombie and Michael M. Dugan are now friends
May 4, 2011
Chris Naff replied to Eddie Crombie's discussion What's In Your Pockets?
"What type of rope were you carrying? I carry 50' of Sterling rope (heat resistant kind) in a gallon zip-lock bag with two carabiner's and a DCD. I just fold the rope in there nice and neat, it fit's great in my side bunker pants…"
May 3, 2011
Chris Naff replied to Eddie Crombie's discussion What's In Your Pockets?
"Totally agree with Michael, some people carry way to much stuff. All I carry is a utility knife, multi screw driver, cutters. Of course I have my bailout kit and some pieces of webbing too. Those are essential! "
May 3, 2011
Joe Hall replied to Eddie Crombie's discussion What's In Your Pockets?
"I picked this up at Lowes CRESENT CUTTERS.  They looked user friendly and tough.  So far I have been able to cut through chain link fence, 16 penny nails, dryer vent wire, and all sorts of wire without having to pull it tight to cut…"
May 2, 2011
Stephen Charlton commented on Eddie Crombie's blog post A Culture of Acceptable Mediocracy
"Great posting. You really open some eyes and the fact you not only really listen but try to implement the action stated in the keynote speaches are awesome. I have read one of your entries and I am hooked already. Good job and stay safe…"
Apr 23, 2011
Eddie Crombie and Stephen Charlton are now friends
Apr 23, 2011

Profile Information

Lives in:
Joliet, IL
Department:
Joliet, IL
Title/rank:
Firefighter/ Paramedic
Years of public service:
Since 2001
Agency structure:
Paid fire department
Top issues in your department:
NOT PLAYING WELL WITH OTHERS. By this I mean our trend of not working with neighboring departments.
Bio:
My firefighting career started in my hometown in 2001 at Minooka Fire Protection District where I volunteered until 2007. I also worked my way up to a contract FF/Medic for the district.

During my time there I routinely helped with training. I ran the recruit program under the training officer and was in charge of EMS training.

In 2007 I was hired by the City of Joliet as a FF/Medic.
Web site:
http://www.hooks-irons.com

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A Culture of Acceptable Mediocracy

A Culture of Acceptable Mediocracy

Since the attacks at the World Trade Centers on 9/11 the fire service has evolved at a rapid rate.  Hazardous materials and technical…
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Posted on April 5, 2011 at 4:40pm — 2 Comments

Calling All Firefighters

Calling All Firefighters!!!





Hello everyone,
I would like to start a recurring post here at Hooks & Irons where I interview prominent figures in the present and future fire service.  However, there is…
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Posted on March 8, 2011 at 5:52pm

Academy To The Rescue!

Academy To The Rescue!

Like many things in life, my personal drive for all things fire service has it's highs and lows.  It seems I hit those dreadful lows at the end of each year.  I am sure the marathon of the holidays does not help, but I feel this is due to a long…
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Posted on February 9, 2011 at 9:45pm

"Pickle Irons"

"Pickle Irons"

I am a proud owner of a 1955 F100 Ford Truck.  One summer afternoon, while driving my steering became very loose.  After giving the suspension a through once over the culprit was very evident.  I needed to replace the old, worn ball joint.  This being the first time undertaking such a project, I elicited the help of my father who is a…
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Posted on February 6, 2011 at 6:55pm

The Power Of A Kitchen Table

Camden Firefighters Storytelling.  Keep them in your thoughts through their ruff patch.




Like many of our fellow brothers and sisters I have a passion, actually obsession, with our beloved fire service.  From the time I first sat it an engine as a cub scout,… Continue

Posted on January 18, 2011 at 1:04pm

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At 7:31am on February 16, 2011, Michele Buonocore said…

Hello, Eddie, I'm I'm from the South of Italy, the city of Salerno.

I have discovered yesterday the fire engineering community.
On my web site (www.115extreme.it) there are many information on Italian Firefighters, sorry but at this moment it is only in Italian :)

I research, Firefighters friends around the world that they want  exchange info, photo, video, gadgets and more on the fantastic Firefighters World :)

 

At 12:31pm on August 25, 2009, Todd Sweeney said…
Hello, I just read a response by you in one of the discussions. You talked about your mentoring program. We have one as well. I would be very interested in seeing more of your program so I could compare and maybe improve ours. Would you be willing to share anything? Thanks!!
At 3:02pm on November 9, 2008, Brotherhood Instructors, LLC said…
Thanks for dropping a line about the class. We really appreciate the kind words. We had a lot of fun and met a lot of great firefighters from all over.

Thanks a lot to all of you guys for your donation to my nephew. It is greatly appreciated!

We'll be in touch!

Stay safe
At 12:17am on November 9, 2008, Curt DeMarse said…
Thanks brother. I would really appreciate that.

Glad you guys enjoyed the class.
Stay Safe.
At 2:24pm on November 3, 2008, John Barrett said…
Eddie,

We have been trying to contact you...are you still interested in helping?
At 12:34pm on September 16, 2008, Jessica Lynn said…
Hey.
DO you ever work at the Autobahn Track?
At 10:24am on July 31, 2008, Edgar Hughes said…
Hey hope your doing good. Just finished doing MDA Boot Drive & Scholarship Golf Outing on same weekend. Ain't doing that again! I think I'll hide in one of Tom's bags and get a vaca break too.
At 8:23am on June 5, 2008, Edgar Hughes said…
Thanks for hooking me up bro. This site has tons of info, I'll be busy for awhile.
At 6:12pm on June 2, 2008, John DiCola said…
Althouhg carrying your own tools might be the answer--a better system is where everyone is properly trained on the departments tools--including proper maintenance,putting them back where they belong and understanding their proper use. Imagine the inventory nightmare if each firefighter carried his or her own tools--We all need to understand that our business is about supporting one another, working as a team and getting the job done that provides the best level of service our communities have decided they want. I agree that some of the smaller pocket tools could be firefighter owned--but the FE Tools we need should be department issue and everyone must be responsible for their use.
 
 
 

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