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Vehicle Extrication Today
97 members
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Firehouse Kitchen
92 members
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Air Management - The S...
123 members
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Fireground Strategies ...
106 members
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“Pride and Ownership”
431 members
Mark Wadsworth's Discussions
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This group will discuss extrication issues from A-Z. From training issues,New Vehicle Technology and the latest tricks of the trade. We will share information in order to keep our extrication scenes both efficient and safe.
We spend a lot of time at the firehouse. We train there, we sleep there, and we eat there. Because of that, there are many incredible firehouse cooks out there. Share your recipes with us. This is also a place to discuss nutrition in the firehouse.
Don't Breathe Smoke!!!
The Rule Of Air Management(ROAM), NFPA 1404, Hydrogen Cyanide/Toxic Smoke, Firefighter Cancer, MAYDAY/Out of Air and all things Air Management
Deep pockets and short arms....I like it. Might need to make some garment alterations for these folks.
Dave,
The "buy in" issue nails it. You can preach "what" is important all you want but if they don't get the "why" it is important, it doesn't mean much. Maybe as Jeff asked, "showing them the real world" should be a reminder that firefighters ju...
Brandon,
This has become a huge problem and I don't know what the answer is except somehow convincing promotional panels that a combination of the two is ideal. I agree that having the education and certifications shows your commitment to educati...
Jeff,
This is a good topic to bring up from time to time because it is a reoccuring issue, as disappointing that may be. We all get complacent and forget the importance of all of the points discussed here. We owe it to ourselves and each other to...
For those members preparing for a promotional exam or who just want to challenge their decision-making skills. Scenarios will be posted. Answers will be provided a few days later. Discussion or arguements can follow.
What are you and your department doing to get your firefighters to take ownership?
Grab a cup of coffee and let’s visit!
…and don’t forget to check out our Pride and Ownership show on Fire Engineering Radio.
Mike,
When I was hired I was married with one young child, renting a home. Financially it was a very difficult time through the academy but in the end it was worth it, without question. Funny thing is that I work for a different department now, b...
Chris,
Good topic. We are not necessarily putting too much emphasis on other areas as much as we have little choice to change as the fire service in general is changing. I am sure you would agree that the implementation of fire prevention in this...
Dave,
I like your comments and think that you have said it all. The "recliner mentality" is what is killing us. Unfortunately in my department we are not busy enough and that breeds a whole lot of finger pointing and complaining with no action (f...
Never too late, in my opinion. I can't answer the question if you should give up the career you have now for a career in the fire service, but I can say that your education will continue to help you down the road. I think that being a little older...
Profile Information
- Residence.
- Truckee, California
- Department:
- Truckee Fire District
- Title/rank:
- Captain
- Years of public service:
- 19
- Agency structure:
- Paid fire department
- Top issues in your department:
- Staffing, Training
- Professional Qualifications:
- Associates in Fire Science
Confined Space Operations
Haz Mat Specialist
Paramedic
Dive Rescue Team
- Topics you provide training for:
- A bit of everything...but primarily.
RIT
Confined Space
- Bio:
- I am a Captain with Truckee Fire District/Assistant Training Officer. I have been with the District since 1996. Truckee is a small mountain community of about 20,000 just north of Lake Tahoe in California. Most of our busy periods are centered around tourism especially durning summer and winter months when our population can swell over 100,000 during the holidays.
I have been in the fire service for 19 years in one form or another, Sacramento City, CDF (Cal Fire), USFS and a Paramedic since 1994.
Worked private ambulance out of Reno,NV and Chico, CA.
- Web site:
- http://www.truckeefire.org
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- At 8:30pm on October 22, 2009,
Eric Hankins said…
- Hey Bro,
Sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. I got your post and called Newquist, then never got back to ya.
Yes Davey is still here in the good ol Yubadoobadoooo. He is a Captain on the "A" on Engine 4. He and I are business partners in a catering gig as well. He remembers you well and said.... Well nevermind what he said. I'll let him tell you... Call him sometime at 4's (530)822-4802.
Be safe Bro. And Have fun!!!
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