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- Residence.
- Lincoln, NE
- Department:
- LFR/SWFR
- Title/rank:
- CPT/AC
- Years of public service:
- 15
- Agency structure:
- other
- Top issues in your department:
- Morale, Tactics, Training
- Professional Qualifications:
- FFI, FO I/II, FI I, NREMTP
- Topics you provide training for:
- Recruit Training, EMS, Engine Company Operations, Truck Company Operations, Extrication, Incident Command, Firefighter Survival/RIT
- Areas of expertise:
- Master of None
- Bio:
- Currently a Captain/Paramedic with Lincoln, NE Fire and Rescue Engine/Medic 8-C shift. Also an Assistant Chief with Southwest Fire and Rescue, where I assist with various training functions. President, Flatwater FOOLs. Avid internet junkie, and student of the fire service. Married with one little boy.
- Web site:
- http://phyrtraining.blogspot.com
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Little Things
As I was writing the "You Know What Really Grinds My Gears" Post, I was reminded of the things that really keep me coming back for more. Some are obvious, of course, but others more ethereal. Now that's a big word for a fireman...but don't worry, I looked it up. So, here are a few of the "Little Things" that keep me into the job...again, you can agree, disagree, laugh, or add to it....
1) A working fire.
2) A cigar back at the station after a working fire (don't worry...
… ContinuePosted on September 1, 2008 at 5:25pm — 12 Comments
Do you know what really GRINDS my gears?
I'm sure that a few of you are fans of the TV Show "Family Guy." In one episode, Peter gets a job on the local newscast as a commentator. His spot was called "Ya' know what grinds my gears?" Of course, Peter's perspective on life is a little slanted, and wackiness ensued. I've decided to add this to my blog post as a "ya know what grinds me gears related to the fire service?" You can agree, disagree, laugh, or agree to disagree. I'll add more as I think of them.
Things that really "Gri
… ContinuePosted on August 27, 2008 at 9:59pm — 11 Comments
Comment Wall (20 comments)
- At 11:08pm on October 17, 2009,
Josh Materi said… - Just got back from Fiji, sorry it took a bit to get back at you. I sent you my address on the Puget Sound FOOLS forum. send me your address and I will get you the Leather chin strap!
Leather Forever!
- At 11:43am on March 24, 2009,
Adam Frick said… - Thanks Tim!!!!
- At 10:36pm on January 19, 2009,
Adam Frick said…
- Interested a little more about the flatwater FOOLS...I think I emaild you, but not sure it went through. My phone is 605-660-6676 if you wish to give me a call.
- At 7:31am on October 13, 2008,
Jim Mason said… - Tim
Glad to have you as a freind. When you get a chance take a peak at the Common Sense Firefighting Blog we're doing on this site
Jim Mason
Chicago FD
- At 10:17pm on September 1, 2008,
Brent Sanger said… - Well, NWS just updated the track, and Hanna is now pointing at Charleston. I am not sure if anyone from here is headed to Gustav. I will find out tomorrow.
- At 10:09pm on September 1, 2008,
Brent Sanger said…
- Getting ready for Hurricane Hanna. From the current track, she will make landfall 35 miles due east of me in Brunswick. First direct hit on the GA coast in a very, very long time.
- At 10:04pm on September 1, 2008,
Brent Sanger said…
- Thanks for the add Brother. How's everything up in the Great Plains?
- At 3:44pm on August 25, 2008,
Ed Hadfield said… - No not surfin' just catching up on things in the office. You rose to the list of things to do..
- At 7:16pm on June 29, 2008,
Christopher Naum, SFPE said… - Glad to hear that....Stay safe on the shift...
Been real busy myself, planning for the fisrt live webcast (live streaming video) for a new PIP program at Firehouse Expo in Baltimore via Firehouse.com.
Working on a new book project thru Delmar-writing a book on Building Construction w/ an integration on FF safety, Command Risk Mgmt....plus lost of other stuff.
Lets talk at some point and see if you'd like to "sponsor" a weekend Building Construction call up your way. LMK.
talk to you soon.....
- At 5:57am on June 27, 2008,
Christopher Naum, SFPE said…
- Hey Tim;
How's everything, hope all is good on the job and at home...hope to talk to you soon.
Stay safe....
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