Chad Berg

51, Male

Snohomish County, WA

United States

Profile Information:

Lives in:: Snohomish County, WA
Department:: Snohomish County F.D. #7
Title/rank:: Driver/Operator
Years of public service:: 19
Agency structure:: Paid fire department
Professional Qualifications:: IFSAC Firefighter I/II
WA State EMT
Driver/Operator
Instructor 1
Haz Mat Ops.
Inc. Safety Off.
Technical Rescue Technician
Member of the Puget Sound FOOLS (Chapter President)
Topics you provide training for:: Forcible Entry
Ground Ladders
Aerial Operations
Ventilation
Technical Rescue
Areas of expertise:: Still learning the craft.
Bio:: I'm a Dad, a Husband, and an American Fireman

I like cows!
Web site:: http://pugetsoundfools.com

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Eric Hankins

Bergalicious,

How ya been Bro? Hope all is well in SnoCo.

If Kristi is missing the "stach" you can have her call......... Fleagle JK

Be safe, Have Fun...

Tater

Sep 5, 2008
Jeremy Stocker

Thank you SIR!!!! I am very proud to be apart of a great department.

Sep 5, 2008
Ben Fleagle

What??????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sep 13, 2008
Jeremy Stocker

:)

Sep 22, 2008
Ellen Brown

9 months to go....geez...sorta like I'm going to have a baby !!!! NOT !!!

Can't wait to see you. Lets have a bar-b-que at the RV.

Maine....2009...FOOLS Convention....Yeah Baby !!!

P.S. Love you too :-)))

Sep 22, 2008
Kaleb Bruch

Cap took a lateral position with North Whatcom Fire Rescue. He will be missed. A true FOOL.

Sep 22, 2008
Rob Fisher

Hey Berg!!!

Wife and I just got back from our cruise. Great time relaxing and doing nothing.

I'm assuming you'll be off on Sunday when I return. See you in another week...unless you're coming up with us for MCO's.

Have a great shift without me.

Sep 26, 2008
Brent Kaiser

Hey Berg! Didn't even know this existed. Pretty lame on my part. I've been chatting with all the youngsters on MySpace and FaceBook. Guess it's time I grew up and played with the big boys and girls. I miss you brother.

Sep 26, 2008
Chad Berg

Bring it on down!

Sep 26, 2008
Brent Kaiser

I would love to, but I have to save all my cans and bottles for Maine!

Sep 26, 2008
Chad Berg

Now you're talkin'!

Sep 26, 2008
Ryan Cox

G******** from the SWWA! Keep your tool cool and don't let your meat loaf!

Sep 26, 2008
Ben Fleagle

Yo Baby Yo!!,.......oops. Wrong website.

Hey Brother.

Snow fallin' in Fairbanks (What?!!!), watch the cars sliiiide!

Oct 1, 2008
Brent Kaiser

Well, I didn't want to bring it down to your level, but if you'd be so kind as to send me your address I'd be more then willing to send back your leftovers that you forgot under my bed! I miss you lover :)

Oct 3, 2008
Tim Kelahan

Chad good to see you on this site- hope to get you guys to Arizona sometime soon.
Long Live the F.O.O.L.S.

Oct 3, 2008
Ed Hadfield

Chad,

Call me when you get a chance. Mattson is sick and we need your expertise in Sequim

Oct 12, 2008
Kevin O'Keefe

Chad whats up bro?? Yeah I figured it was about time to get "with it" and get on here.

Oct 18, 2008
Josh Materi

Good working with you again Brother.

Oct 18, 2008
Ben Fleagle

Hey,

Funny how we seem to know. I was just talking to Paula about how I haven't been in touch with you for several weeks.

I have been cold, colder it seems than past years. Its only -3, I should be feeling like a sunny day. Lots happenin' up here. We should talk, I could use you as a sounding board.

Oct 24, 2008
scott corrigan

Chad, Who would be a good contact at your dept. for information and discussion regarding tactical use of CAFS. We ar facing some hot topics: GPM of 1 3/4 and 2 1/2 CAF lines and do you use CAFS in bldgs that do not have carpets?

Oct 24, 2008
Ben Fleagle

Hey Brother: Check out the pics on my page! 109 playin' truckie whooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!....yeah, open mic.

Nov 1, 2008
Ben Fleagle

Look, I know those with bugles are supposed to stay off the nozzle, but in Fairbanks, at -15 degrees, (a balmy evening), air packs go bad quick and the guy wearin' the functionin SCBA is the one on the tip!! ......I'm just sayin.

Nov 6, 2008
Ben Fleagle

As far as truckie vs. nozzlejockie, ...I'm not gonna lie to ya, ..I swing both ways. After all, its Alaska.

Nov 6, 2008
Brent Kaiser

Hope you enjoy the new pictures as much as I did. That was one awsome convention Brother. See you soon.

Nov 7, 2008
Ben Fleagle

Hey Brother,

Hope you like the story.

Nov 7, 2008
Billy lewis

Whats up Brother Berg? Hope you got my voice mail. If not or you missed it, I'll do this in public form. hahahaha
"The Nor Cal Fools challenge the Puget Sound Fools to a Fitness Challenge"
Gimme a ring for the full details,
Talk to ya soon!!!!

Nov 10, 2008
Ben Fleagle

Hey, I know I been busy, but what online drill?

Brother, everything is set. We decorate the engine today, the bell is in place, the color guard equipment is shined. We're lookin' good. Chief would be proud. I just wanted to take a minute to let you know that I keep you close. You're positive attitude and enthusiastic greeting always warms my meloncholy heart. I need people like you from time to time, and I'll keep you close in my heart tommorrow.

RFB

Nov 28, 2008
Eric Hankins

I know that you know that I know that I am really stalking you. But I am so good at it, you think you are stalking me. So in reality we are....... Oh whatever.... How are ya Brother?

Dec 1, 2008
Eric Hankins

It's nice having a probie isn't it... YCFD is going good. Looks like we may be getting an 8 screen theater to train on for a few days. Only bad part is when we get it, it will be last minute and only for a few days.. Oh well Train when ever you can right. Slower than heck on the fires though. I can't buy a job. My engine has been on close to 20+ working fires this year, and I have only been on duty for 1!!!!!!! Sucks to be me huh???

Be safe and have fun Bro. I love ya!!!

E

Dec 1, 2008
Adam Arkins

Things are going great, I just completed 1 yr in the companies on Aug 17th and am out trying to increase my education. I love truck work and everything about it. I have read many of your posts in the past and been able to utilize alot of info you have handed out. I gotta alot of respect and thanks for you and the many other guys on this site laying down all you have learned to help us young guys out. Thanks and hope to see you at FDIC. Be safe.

Dec 2, 2008
Forrest Kuiper

Brother....Thanks for watching. We all miss him dearly. It was a beautiful thing on saturday. He would have been damn proud. I look forward to seeing you this spring. Has ben given you the dates? It is much earlier....You have the potential of seeing some sub-zero tempetures......Cant wait.

Dec 4, 2008
Dan Grimes

Likewise, Brother!
Hope all is well down in the the states, and you and the family are well!

Dec 4, 2008
Ben Fleagle

Hey Brother:

Can't wait to see you again. By the way, you may need some warmer clothes ........

Forrest, Tod and I go up for Battalion next week. What a line up. Three brothers, three friends, we'd all be glad to work under each of the other, can't fail. FTM-PTB!!!!!

Dec 15, 2008
Ben Fleagle

-40 going down...........Headline in paper says that "-50 degrees will seem passe in the coming week". Yeah. Flippin' sweet.

Hey brother, just wanted to let you know, I'll be privileged to remain in charge of my company for the foreseeable future. Our win/win was turned upside down the other day. I'll call you and tell you all about the latest.

Dec 30, 2008
le neouanic laurent

hello my name is laurent so french paramedic fire figther,i search for trade uniform's and helmet's for my collection ,thank's for your reponse my blog : http://sssm22.skyrock.com/
my mail : laurent.leneouanic@cegetel.net
happy new year for you and your family ,so long .laurent

Jan 3, 2009
Ben Fleagle

Hey,

You aren't cold are yuh? Itsssss..........-55555-5----(asystole has set in)0000 below here..
So anyway, just got off the phone with my new soon to be boss, he and I have a lot in common and very similar mindsets and "core" values. I think we're going to be okay. Look forward to talking with you, bud.

Jan 7, 2009
Eric Hankins

Chad,

Are you still dry Bro?

Call me...

Stay safe,

And if Kristie is missing that old mustache feel, then.... never mind

Jan 8, 2009
Ben Fleagle

Here's a thought. The United States of the Western Coast. Alaska, BC and Washington. Yeah? You said you were cut off except through the North. I figure if you can put up with a few Cannoooks, we can make a go of it. Be'in cut off isn't all that bad once you get used to it.

Jan 11, 2009
Billy lewis

SD for sure. Good times....0500 jog? No Good? See ya there Brother

Jan 26, 2009
Ben Fleagle

The Two Chads: Goin to Alaska!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey brother, we got ten dedicated students, we got supplies, we got the Psyche House, we'll probably have some ribs again too! Lookin' for ward to rockin' this out.

Oh, ...it will be somewhat colder than previous years.

Feb 17, 2009
Billy lewis

always a great time around you guys. Hope to see ya in Maine Brother.
Till then be safe.

Feb 19, 2009
Brendan Grace

Ya I just wanted to be where all the cool kids are.

Feb 22, 2009
Brandon Roark

Brother Berg, could you take a look at http://community.fireengineering.com/xn/detail/1219672:Topic:125613 and offer your two cents worth regarding venting metal roofs (residental and commerical)??

Mar 2, 2009
scott corrigan

The belt that you made is great!! Getting a lot of comments. I took the flyer and forwarded if to my dist. list of emails and printed it out and hung them at work. I have one that should be sending in a request right away (he is our AC's kid). Thanks again, it works and looks great. Scott

Mar 15, 2009
Ben Fleagle

Hey Brother,

Havin' hot time in the city! Actually, I can came in on call back and missed out on the hot stuff, just a lot of defense and overhaul. Lost our favorite spot for pancakes on a Sunday morning. Roof came in right after the interior lines pulled out. Call me, we need to talk about class...time is short!! Lodging is set!

Mar 18, 2009
Michael Haefner

Chad,
Im glad I finally got the opportunity to meet you and there couldent have been a better place. I had a lot of fun learning things from a true truckie. Thank you for all your teachings, stay safe and keep in touch.

Apr 6, 2009
Ben Fleagle

Dunno if this will show up, but its a pic my daughter took I thought you might enjoy.

Apr 12, 2009
Ben Fleagle

Hey Brother

Did you see the video posted on your Forum? Unfortunately it ends just before you declare you're about to lose your lunch, but the effect is there none the less. Let me know what you think!

Apr 25, 2009
Todd McKee

Dear Friend,

Please allow me to invite you to the group called HazMat Placards to Success. This group will allow firefighters to discuss a step by step process for a Hazardous Materials response. From the firefighter to the hazmat technician. The first step has been posted in the group, with many more steps to come.

Thank you!
Todd McKee

May 23, 2009
Ben Fleagle

Thanks, Brother. I need to bounce a few things off you, I like the way you think things through..we should talk. I have no time. I'll call as soon as I can.

Jul 13, 2009