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Tim Linke
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- Lincoln, NE
- United States
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Tim Linke's Groups
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Operational Guides
43 members
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Aggressive Firefighting
32 members
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This House Rocks!
45 members
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The Backroom Crew
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Tools and Equipment
46 members
Tim Linke's Page
Latest Activity
Michael Bricault replied to Tim Linke's discussion Tower Ladder Resources? in the group Aerial Operations"-You first need to identify your community needs/resources and limitations, specifically you need to know the stations limitations that will house the rig. Height of overhead doors, length of the bay and gross weight supported by the bay…"
Larry Lasich replied to Tim Linke's discussion Tower Ladder Resources? in the group Aerial Operations"Tim,
What kind of rig (short wheel base stick, dual axle bucket or TDA) are you looking at and what kind of structures and problem areas are you working on? The training, ops and use can be pulled from another Departments like yours (there is…"
Tim Linke added a discussion to the group Aerial Operations
Tower Ladder Resources?
Would anyone be able to point me in the right direction of the best Tower Ladder Resources (ie Baker Aerialscope) in regard to the specification, purchase, training, operation, and strategies of using such apparatus?
Tim Linke joined Dan Rice's group
Aggressive Firefighting
The purpose of this group is to discuss aggressive firefighting tactics and understand that safety can be a part of them at the same time.See More
Tim Linke posted a status"Lookin' at the Fire Engineering Community Page for the first time in a while...still a good place to visit."
Tim Linke replied to Todd Jennings's discussion RIT Drills in the group COMPANY DRILLS"Brian...if you get a chance, could you email me a copy of your RIT drills also? Thanks, Tim Linke
phyrngn@neb.rr.com"
Profile Information
- Lives in:
- 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
Tim Linke's Blog
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…
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…
ContinuePosted on August 27, 2008 at 9:59pm — 11 Comments
Comment Wall (18 comments)
- At 9:57am on December 27, 2009,
Jerritt Gideon said… - Hi Tim, welcome to our FOOLS page.
- 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 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....
- At 9:03am on June 12, 2008,
Shane Cuttlers said… - Hey Tim, I finally signed up and joined. Thanks for the Invite. Later Bro
- At 9:50am on May 4, 2008,
Tom Chapman said… - Hey Tim, just joined up. Very cool
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