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A.J. Heightman
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Hometown:
Scranton, PA
I Live: (City, State)
Vista, CA
Years in Fire/EMS:
45
Why I Joined the Fire/EMS:
Family background/tradition & love for the field
Relationship Status:
Single
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Elsevier Public Safety
Department Type:
Other Response Agency Type
Rank/Role There:
Battalion Chief / Division Chief, EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)
Years With This Department/Agency
14
Rank/Role at Second Department:
Junior Firefighter/Explorer
Other Past or Current Departments:
Bethlehem Township Vol. Fire Department
Bethlehem, PA
My Training:
Firefighter
Rescue Technicial
EMT-Paramedic
Basic Rescue Practices - Instructor
Advanced Rescue Practices - Instructor
Mass Casualty Incident Management - Instructor
National Disaster Life Support - Instructor
About Me:
Involved inb the fire service since 1963 - My Dad retired from the Scranton (PA) Fire Dept after 37 years on the job .

I spent 20 years (lifetime member) with Bethlehem Twp. Vol. Fire Dept.

I am Editorial Director for Fire Rescue Magazine & Editor-in-Chief of JEMS (the Journal of Emergency Medical Services)
Day Job:
Editorial Director for Fire Rescue Magazine & Editor-in-Chief of JEMS (the Journal of Emergency Medical Services)
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Roadway safety
Diminishing volunteers
Ambulance vehicle saftey
I Love Being in Fire/EMS Because:
Assisting others in their time of need is very gratifying

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At 7:29pm on November 6, 2009, Christian Cossey said…
How's it going?
At 11:32pm on February 11, 2009, Fireyladd Chief Sharp said…
AJ, welcome to the Nation. Glad you dropped in to join the group. Your involvement and participation here is important to us all. Dont be shy just jump in and get your feet wet. You will get out of this what you put into it. Lots to do, read and become involved with here. Have fun and be safe.

Chief William Sharp
Southern Oregon Coast
At 8:36pm on February 11, 2009, John Bierling said…
Hi A.J., I enjoy reading your articles in the ezines. Thank you.
I’m a retired Fire Chief and understand the importance of health & fitness for our responders. I joined FF Nation to share my incredible wellness story with everyone. Fitness is only a part of the equation; internal wellness is the real essential for healthy responders. Many of us need to get healthier. If you’re interested in more information about this life changing program please send me an email at: John@IncidentMT.com
Thanks, John
 
 

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