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Eric Standley
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how well do you know your truck?
Replied Sep. 13, 2009
Need advice for training
Replied Mar. 1, 2009
Pre Trip Inspections
Replied Jan. 16, 2009
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Walt,
About 2 yrs ago our dept went through a similar specing process. We were looking for more of a straight tanker, 2 man cab, with similar features that you mentioned. We feel as though we were pretty thorough in our process...having also consid…
Those are some great ideas!! We are supposed to inventory our rigs at least once a month, so to start with newer folks, when they come in to hang out, we will often have them do an inventory on a certain truck. Our rescue squad is the tool box and h…
Brad, we're not currently specing anything. However, just to throw something your direction and you can do what you wish with it. While budgets are tight, depending on what the purpose of these rigs are for, seriously consider a custom cab. Im not g…
In these tough economic times we need to ensure we are getting the most bang for our taxpayers bucks. This group will cover the pros and cons of apparatus specs and purchasing and how departments got what they wanted or would have done differently.
J, first of all congrats!! Getting to the point, Im not sure what kind of organization youre dealing with. But if youre trying to ease into things, maybe consider some relatively simple drills, maybe stuff everyone is familiar with or can stay insid…
Profile Information
- Residence.
- Franklin co. Mo
- Department:
- Boles Fire Prot. Dist.
- Title/rank:
- Capt./EMT
- Years of public service:
- 15
- Agency structure:
- Combination fire department
- Top issues in your department:
- Paid/Reserve issues
Lack of member participation
- Professional Qualifications:
- FF I/II
EMT-B
Instructor I
Officer I
Driver/Operator
Swiftwater rescue tech
- Topics you provide training for:
- Apparatus Operations
Water supply
Apparatus Maintenance
Water Rescue
- Bio:
- I began my career in 1995 as a Jr. FF w/ a combo dept in Jefferson county, MO where I grew up. I worked through the ranks to a sr. FF/operator, obtained my education from Jefferson College in Hillsboro. Continued volunteering while working pt as an EMT on ALS ambulance until being hired by my current employer. Have been on the job here since end of 03' and was promoted to rank of Capt in March of 08'.
- Web site:
- http://Bolesfiredistrict.com
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Comment Wall (1 comment)
- At 11:43am on December 29, 2008,
Scott Eckels said… - Eric, Thanks for the information on leather helmets Brother. I really appreciate it. I did a reply and included the language used by a neighboring department on the use of leather helmets. Hope that helps if you decide to pursue getting something in writing. Take care, Scott
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