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Like Brooks, I don't know of any requirements out there specifically, and like many NFPA requirements it would have to be adopted. However, we did go through an extensive RIT, bailout and self survival course this past spring and last fall. In tha...
November 13
Well, by looking at the replies, it seems as though you have accomplished your goal. THIS is what this site is supposed to be about. Passing of knowledge and looking out for one another.
November 10
Hi Paul- appreciate the response. The video is more than likely the Dayton Ohio video which has been around for many years and as far as Iknow is the only one in the world that has deployed while firefighters are working a wreck. Don't get me wro...
November 9
funny you should post this. Just participated in a similar course and they mentioned that as well. Great that you shared this with everyone.
November 9
I'm not aware of a documented case where this has happened. But I have taken 2 classes by different instructors and was given the same caution. Given the fact that it takes just a few miliamps to trigger some seat belt pre-tensioners and side imp...
November 9
It actually sounds like a war story to me- is there documented proof of this? There's been loads (and I mean laods!) of rumours surrounding airbags for so long now, that I'm cautious of any "new" one that pops up such as this....
November 9
Thanks for the info bro!
November 8
Good info, thanks
November 8

Profile Information

Hometown:
Ogdensburg, New York
I Live: (City, State)
Heuvelton, NY
Years in Fire/EMS:
30
Why I Joined the Fire/EMS:
Enjoyed "giving back" to my community. Always enjoyed a challenge.
Relationship Status:
Other
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Heuvelton Volunteer Fire Department
Department Type:
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Rank/Role There:
Fire / Arson Investigator, Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Other
Years With This Department/Agency
4
Dept. Web Site:
http://www.hvfd4516@westelcom
2nd Department Type:
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Rank/Role at Second Department:
EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)
Years With Second Department/Agency
14
Other Past or Current Departments:
Ogdensburg Volunteer Rescue Squad ...North Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps....
My Training:
CFR...EMT....Basic, Level II...and finally Paramed... Also an ICU/ER Nurse and a member of the transport team...Nationally cert in acls....CCRN....CEN..then comes FF1,FF2, Cause and Origin, FF Survival,EVOC,ISO,Fire Police,Propane Emergencies,Live Fire Evolution Operations,Tech Rescue, High Angle Rescue...
About Me:
Love to be involved....never say quit
Day Job:
Registered Nurse
Side Jobs or Other Organizations:
Don't have time for anything else....LOL...But I also work with the local Cub Scouts
Top Issues Facing Responders:
LODD....and the use of SEAT BELTS in our apparatus...one life lost is one too many....
I Love Being in Fire/EMS Because:
Respect among the youth and our brothers and sisters in the fire service

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Keeping the Faith

OK...Here's one for the masses....when someone tells you to "Keep the Faith" what does it mean to you...? I know what it means to me......I see this phrase used a great deal here and started to wonder what it meant to others...anyone care to share....?? Promise with this thread no-one will cut your heart out on your response...Stay safe and KEEP THE FAITH......Paul

Posted on May 13, 2008 at 2:38pm — 6 Comments

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At 11:18am on October 23, 2009, Alyssa Koloc said…
Haha why thank you! How are you?
At 9:02pm on October 9, 2009, OMNIS CEDO DOMUS said…
http://www.firefighternation.com/forum/topics/fuel-usage-for-acquired
At 8:04pm on September 25, 2009, Frederick Georges said…
Thank you Paul, it is good to know folks like you are there.

Fritz
At 10:33am on August 21, 2009, Frederick Georges said…
Thank you for the greeting.
Yes indeed I do look ruff there.
I was confronted by some angry W.A.S.P.s in 1975 at a truck stop in Oregon for my looks. They said I looked Iranian ( the United States was having problems with the leader of Iran) and they wanted me to shave right there and then.

The little child in my arms is a doctor now and looks like this:

Be safe.
Fritz
At 6:44pm on August 20, 2009, Bobbie Jo Bracamonte said…
Thank you for the comment on Tink... you stay safe out there!!!
At 12:09am on August 20, 2009, Floyd Aldridge Jr said…
No problem Paul!!! Stay safe and keep the North Country safe!!!!
At 2:13am on August 14, 2009, Leonard (Rusty) Endicott said…
I just back to my profile and saw your message and there were no hard feelings.
At 9:07pm on August 7, 2009, Scott said…
Paul, Do you any Pictures of your 29 Sanford Pumper. I would love to see them.
At 4:17pm on July 30, 2009, Brent A. Ellis said…
thanks bro! & be safe
At 2:13pm on July 30, 2009, Brent A. Ellis said…
thanks for your comment on my blog how much is enough. please see the rebuttal i just posted aS A BLOG
 
 

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