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I am looking for some input on Mayday training. We have had several training classes over the past few years, and I want to see if anyone has any better ideas than what we have been doing. This is…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by John Wright Jul 9, 2011.

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Lives in:: Frisco, Texas

Department:: Flower Mound Fire Department

Title/rank:: Captain/Paramedic

Years of public service:: 16

Agency structure:: Paid fire department

Top issues in your department:: We have recently expanded our troops by almost a third. We were fortunate enough to hire 29 new firefighters, opened two new stations, added a Truck Company and made several promotions. To call it growing pains is an understatement, but we are seemingly handling it well.

Professional Qualifications:: Advanced Firefighter, Intermediate Instructor, HAZMAT Tech, Licensed Paramedic, Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice, Associates in Paramedicine.

Topics you provide training for:: I have been heavy on EMS training over the past several years, specializing in Cardiology related subjects. With my recent promotion, I am making the switch to more fire based training. I have taken an interest in Mayday and RIT training and will be making firefighter safety my top priority when it comes to training.

Areas of expertise:: I'm not an expert at anything, technology moves too fast to make that claim.

Bio:: I started my career in Huntsville Texas as a part time/paid firefighter in 1995. Started with Flower Mound in 1999 and have loved every minute of it. I have a loving wife who supports me and a 3 year old son who keeps me on my toes.

Web site:: http://www.flower-mound.com

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