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Rob Cannon
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- Kaneville, IL
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F.O.O.L.S.
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Apparatus Specificatio...
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Musters, Parades and S...
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Rob Cannon's Discussions
Up-keep of hand tools
Replied Apr 23
Up-keep of hand tools
Replied Apr 23
Stihl TS 460 Cut off saw
Replied Jan 21
"Semper Vigilante"
Latest Activity
We've used a triple layer load with a shoulder load on top for a little while now, we shoulder 100' and then triple layer is 50' (100' doubled back like a trypical triple layer load) My mind got to thinking and that's where we ended up.
Great ide...
Great knock, but I have to ask, the guy who had a pack on his back... why didn"t he mask up? Where was the officer's pack?
Nice jacket and car too!
I'd love to see that in person! What beautiful piece of apparatus...
Profile Information
- Residence.
- Geneva, IL
- Department:
- Kaneville Fire Protection District
- Title/rank:
- Firefighter/EMT
- Years of public service:
- 10 (total) 5 Cadet/5 Line Firefighter
- Agency structure:
- Volunteer fire department
- Top issues in your department:
- - Staffing
- Recruitment and Retention
- Professional Qualifications:
- Illinois
- FF-II
- Fire Service Vehicle Operator
- EMT-B
My Goals This Year
- Fire Apparatus Engineer
- Instructor I
- Haz-Mat Ops.
- Start my Paramedic School
- Topics you provide training for:
- I help instruct for the Fox Valley Career Center which is sponsored through the Kaneland School District. I help teach Fire Science to high school aged individuals from 5 different school districts.
- Areas of expertise:
- These are my GOALS to train on more in 2009!
Pride, Ownership, Honor
Fire Behavior
Fire Control
Initial Scene Size-up
Ground Ladders
Rapid Intervention
- Bio:
- I'm a progressive and aggressive firefighter. I am VERY dedicated to my fire department. I train hard... my whole life is the fire service. I love to learn and love to teach when I can.
I started as a Firefighter/EMT in Illinois with the Kaneville Fire Protection District. I spent 5 hard earned years there. I made several achievements and found what I wanted to obtain in the fire service.
I moved away for a couple of months to Prince Georges County, Maryland to be a live in firefighter with Laurel Rescue Station 49. I had some amazing experiences there, but found out very quick that living in a firehouse wasn't for me. I overcame several challenges and learned more about myself as a person in the time I was there.
I have moved back to Illinois with a solid mindset of what my goals are how I plan to achieve them. I have rejoined with my department back home and ready to push forward with my education. I thank everyone who has supported me in the past and today... without you I am not sure where I'd be. I love the fire service with all my heart and moving away put into perspective how I ran from my goals, because I thought I couldn't achieve them or they were too hard.
FTM-PTB-EGH-RFB-KTF-DTRT
One of my biggest inspirations is Chief Rick Lasky of the City of Lewisville Fire Department.
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My Big Move!
I make my big move to the east coast this Friday. I am really excited, but at the same time nervous to venture out of what I call "Home". I am moving to Prince Georges County, MD. Specifically as a "live-in" Firefighter/EMT with the Laurel Vol. Rescue Squad Company 49. It was a decision I decided to make a few months ago. I wanted to gain to experience and saw my chance. They run a Rescue-Engine, Squad, Ambulance and a Dive unit mostly volunteer. They run about 6,000 calls out of one station. I… Continue
Posted on January 29, 2009 at 1:00am — 5 Comments
Lost Generation...
Great short film! Just take a look at it.
When watching, think about some of the current "Bring Me Down" Leadership & Management.
Then, once it's over take the time to think about our current issues and perception?
Stay Safe - Be Smart,
Rob Continue
When watching, think about some of the current "Bring Me Down" Leadership & Management.
Then, once it's over take the time to think about our current issues and perception?
Stay Safe - Be Smart,
Rob Continue
Posted on January 26, 2009 at 1:00pm — 3 Comments
Midwest Freeze
To all the fellow brothers in the mid section,
Be careful tonight, we're in for 20 below zero temps with wind chills near 40 below tonight! Water freezes faster and our muscles tighten up exceptionally fast in this type of weather! Take it easy and do some stretches today to keep in shape. Call for manpower if needed!
Take Care and Stay Safe,
-Rob
Be careful tonight, we're in for 20 below zero temps with wind chills near 40 below tonight! Water freezes faster and our muscles tighten up exceptionally fast in this type of weather! Take it easy and do some stretches today to keep in shape. Call for manpower if needed!
Take Care and Stay Safe,
-Rob
Posted on January 15, 2009 at 11:30am —
Fellow Brothers...
I am writing this blog for all everyone to get to know who I am and what my experiences are and where I am going in the fire service. Feel free to message me any advice... I want to learn and never stop!
Well I am from Northern Illinois, born and raised. I grew up like many families, mom,dad and siblings. my mom knew I destined to for the fire service when I was 5 years old when we tookt he first trip to the fire station. I climbed on every piece asked every typical question a 5 yeat old does!… Continue
Well I am from Northern Illinois, born and raised. I grew up like many families, mom,dad and siblings. my mom knew I destined to for the fire service when I was 5 years old when we tookt he first trip to the fire station. I climbed on every piece asked every typical question a 5 yeat old does!… Continue
Posted on January 12, 2009 at 7:29pm — 3 Comments
Comment Wall (29 comments)
- At 6:11pm on May 25, 2009,
Mike Walker said…
- Thanks for leaving a comment on that hose load. Guys are still working with different aspects of it. Tweeking it here and there. If you don't have pistol grips on your nozzles, it can be placed on a cross lay. It works best with higher pressures (ie. fog nozzles 150 psi +) The problem with lower pressure applications is that the hose may kink as it uncoiles. With the high pressure applications, it works great. 50 ft. at the door, everytime. You can look on Youtube and find several close applications. Oh, if you have houses that set very close to the street, this load works fantastic.
- At 12:22pm on April 26, 2009,
Patrick Dooley said…
- If you look at my site http://squadfirephotos.smugmug.com I have alot more pictures of Hartford, Ct's water tower.
- At 10:02pm on April 23, 2009,
Joe McClelland said…
- I am teaching Coordinated Fire Attack at Fire College. Probably truck/engine and standpipe. South West corner of tower. Stop on by Brother.
Fill me in on the move back.
- At 4:11pm on April 21, 2009,
John Tippett said… - Rob,
Thanks for the comment. I'm looking forward to the new opportunity.
John T.
- At 4:54pm on March 25, 2009,
Pete Forshaw said… - Rob
Expect the unexpected. When *^%$@ happens you always CYA.
Pete
Play Hard Train Safe!!
- At 11:24am on March 3, 2009,
David Kovach said… - Rob, I hope you're doing well. Sounds like you've got a great opportunity and I hope you're able to make the most of it. Keep in touch and keep learning.
- At 9:57am on January 26, 2009,
Jay Lowry said… - Rob,
An engine was right behind them.
- At 9:25pm on January 24, 2009,
Marques Bush said… - Rob thanks for the add! You will find many great discussions here by some real professionals! Stay Safe
- At 10:04am on January 21, 2009,
Scott Thompson said… - Thanks for the add.....
Be Safe
- At 7:30am on January 21, 2009,
Jay Lowry said…
- Rob,
Thanks a great deal.
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