Anthony Avillo

Profile Information:

Lives in:
Freehold, NJ
Department:
North Hudson (NJ) Regional Fire & Rescue
Title/rank:
Deputy Chief -- Region-wide Tour Commander
Years of public service:
24
Agency structure:
Paid fire department
Top issues in your department:
training
compliance
accountability
Professional Qualifications:
Level II instructor
Arson Investigator
BS-- Fire Service -- New Jersey City University
Topics you provide training for:
IMS
Fireground strategies
Areas of expertise:
Strategy & tactics
Bio:
Anthony Avillo, a 24 year veteran, is a Deputy Chief in North Hudson Regional (NJ) Fire & Rescue, assigned as Regional Tour Commander of the 1st Platoon. Chief Avillo has a B.S. in Fire Science from New Jersey City University and is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Educational Technology. He is an instructor at the Bergen County (NJ) and Monmouth County (NJ) Fire Academies. Avillo, an FDIC instructor, is also an editorial advisor and contributing editor to Fire Engineering Magazine. He is the author of Fireground Strategies (Pennwell 2002) and Fireground Strategies Workbook (Pennwell 2003). The 2nd Edition of Fireground Strategies is now out. Fireground Strategies Workbook Vol. 2 should be out before the end of the year. Also co-authored the Safety and Survival chapter in the new Fire Engineering Firefighter's Handbook (with Frank Ricci and Jay Woron) and is co-auther of the Fire Engineering Firefighter handbook Student Study Guide (with Jimmy Kirsch) .
Web site:
http://studygroupinc.org

Comment Wall:

  • Eddie Buchanan

    Ant-Nie!

    The Harp Player! How are ya brother! Don't forget your harp this year for the Noodle! See ya there!

    Eddie B

    Mar 5, 2008

  • Scott Thompson

    Hey Chief, how's it going. We met last year in Jersey, can't remember the name of the academy. I see you are doing a couple courses for Kean. I will be back in June. Be safe and I will see ya in Indy and buy you a beer

    Mar 6, 2008

  • Rick Lasky

    Hey brother Anthony,

    Thanks buddy right back at ya! See ya at Indy pal, it's right around the corner. Be safe!

    Mar 7, 2008

  • Mike Gagliano

    hey brother... we are just about to publish a book on air management with pennwell...

    should be out just in time for fdic...

    i'd like to chat about having you out to seattle to do a seminar... both my buddies john lewis and rob moran speak very highly of your classes...

    mike

    Mar 9, 2008

  • Joseph Alvarez

    i put up a pic not as nice as your's and INDY is here YES

    Mar 14, 2008

  • Moises Valdes

    I'm getting dizzy already with all of the info on this site. Thanks for the invite. Pretty awesome...

    Mar 16, 2008

  • Carl Wendt

    Chief, I have been as low as 1 and 2 but normally all units are evened out by details to assure at least 1 and 3. Presently my Engine is 1 and 4 and with the next class, I am pretty sure it will bring almost the entire city up to 1 and 4 on the roster.
    Going to Cooperstown at the end of the month, Go Sox!

    Mar 17, 2008

  • TR Hagerty

    Hey Anthony Hope to see ya at FDIC TR

    Mar 18, 2008

  • Kevin Reilly

    Hi Anthony,
    Great pics. Hope all is well. Kev

    Mar 19, 2008

  • TR Hagerty

    Cuz
    Hey they stopped having the ND fire school. But we are tring to get one started up in Fort Wayne. Hope things are going good see u at FDIC Bro

    Mar 20, 2008

  • Tiger Schmittendorf

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    Mar 23, 2008

  • JOSEPH KOONCE

    Tony, as a new member looking forward to hearing from you as much as possible joe koonce

    Mar 23, 2008

  • JOSEPH KOONCE

    not yet. waiting for the officers to retire. one will go in july, one or two by nov.

    Mar 24, 2008

  • Todd McKee

    Hey Chief! It is Eastern Knox County Joint Fire DIstrict!!
    We put EKCJFD on the back of our shirts and you can actually take an eye test if your walking behind us...lol Take care

    Mar 25, 2008

  • TR Hagerty

    AA
    You ready for next week !!! See you then TR

    Mar 30, 2008

  • Mike Walker

    Hey Chief

    We have 948 total on the job. In Suppression we run around 200-220 per shift. We have 37 Engine, 13 Ladders, 1 Heavy Rescue, gobs of Brush Pumpers, and 6 Tankers (Tenders). We have 35 stations.

    I have six stations in my Battalion.

    We're a little unique because we are very spread out. OKC limits encompasses 630 square miles. I have 120 square miles in my disrict.

    Apr 1, 2008

  • Mike Walker

    OH, we also have a Haz-Mat rig that is staffed full time.

    Apr 1, 2008

  • Scott Thompson

    Thanks Brother........

    Apr 1, 2008

  • Mike Walker

    That dense of population would be wild! I read your book and I enjoyed it very much.

    Apr 1, 2008

  • Stacy White

    will you be available at FDIC to sign your book for me??

    Apr 1, 2008

  • BB Baker

    We'll be in the Noodle in about 24 hrs. I'll save you a seat!

    Apr 2, 2008

  • Mike Walker

    Hey Chief

    How about starting a High-Rise Group? I'll do it but here in Oklahoma City, we're not exactly known for that sort of thing.

    Apr 3, 2008

  • Mike Walker

    Thanks for joining the High-Rise group Chief.

    I hope you start or add to the discussions.

    Make it safe brother.

    Apr 8, 2008

  • Joseph Alvarez

    Hey Ant kevin and i are at the INDY airport and need change of a 18 dollar bill

    Apr 11, 2008

  • Chris Piepenburg

    Chief, thanks for putting together the training scenarios. These are not only great for my learning, but we are using them in the firehouse as well. Take care and stay safe.

    Chris

    Apr 17, 2008

  • Scott Thompson

    Anytime Brother. It was great seeing you and visiting a little in Indy. I will give you a shout when I get up there in June. Be Safe,,,,,,,,,

    Apr 20, 2008

  • Scott Tichenor

    Hey Chief, sorry for the delay in responding to you. My wife gave birth to our third son,so i was off for a bit. White River Township is in Indy just south of Indianapolis. Take care.

    Apr 21, 2008

  • Scott Tichenor

    Thanks Chief, if god is willing hopefully they will be engine guys like me!

    Apr 21, 2008

  • Nick Morgan

    Thanks Chief! I'm really enjoying this site! Probably spending too much time here too. LOL!! Stay safe!

    Apr 24, 2008

  • Art Zern

    Thanks Tony, I have enjoyed your postings and replys. Seems that we have meny similar interests and thoughts about our service. You must be an old truckie.....

    May 18, 2008

  • Chris Pepler

    Chief,
    I would like to give you access as an administrator to the Flashover group. Anything you think that is applicable,please feel free to post it.

    May 19, 2008

  • Mark Belanger

    Chief
    We have almost 300 FF, 13 Engine Co. 4 Truck Co. 1 ARFF (Gary/Chicago International Airport) And yes the Jackson 5 originated in Gary. lol
    I'll be looking for the artical on the DRD you guy are doing. Take care and stay safe MB

    May 20, 2008

  • Chris Pepler

    Chief,
    This means that you will have the ability to start any discussions specifically related to this group. You will have access to the group as an administrator. I have learned that it hard to come up with new ideas for discussion on a regular basis. It is apparent, that you have some experience and knowledge that can be shared. let me know what you think.
    Thanks

    May 21, 2008