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Robert Kahl replied to John D. Calamia's discussion 'What's in your pockets/' in the group Cancel The Engine

I carry a lot of multi tools so that way it limits the amount of things i actualyl need to carry. And the follow is all the stuff that is on my helmet coat and pants as well as in the pockets. other then actualy PPE Nomex clothing. I carry two woo...

November 6

Fred Cummings, Jr. replied to John D. Calamia's discussion 'What's in your pockets/' in the group Cancel The Engine

I started with a 12' piece and have my ends tied together because it's a b*tch trying to find one in the dark when your making it into a drag harness when time is not on your side.

October 25

josh slagel replied to John D. Calamia's discussion 'What's in your pockets/' in the group Cancel The Engine

In my pockets i carry 15 ft of webbing one carabeiner vehicle and rope rescue gloves structeral gloves and muliple door chalksin pants/ in my coat i carry shove knife notepad and pencil along with a sharpie and my cable cutters.

October 22

Cory Deaton replied to John D. Calamia's discussion 'What's in your pockets/' in the group Cancel The Engine

Well i carry a truck belt and on that I have 3 steel beaners, an extra pair of structure gloves, 2 flashlights, rubber door markers. In my pockets I have 20' of 1" webbing, pair of dykes, acouple of wooden wedges

July 28

Marty replied to John D. Calamia's discussion 'What's in your pockets/' in the group Cancel The Engine

Chalks...in my pocket and on my helmet, Webbing, 40' of Personal Escape Rpoe, 3 "D" caribeaners, Window punch, Structual and Rescue Gloves, My GF's thong for when poppin doors, Utility knife.

May 13

Chris Larson replied to John D. Calamia's discussion 'What's in your pockets/' in the group Cancel The Engine

nothing new or original here im actually packing light need to bulk up a lil lol but do you guys have a loop in the end of your webbing? and if not why? and i guess for those of you that do have the loop why? i have a loop in mine because i found ...

April 23

Tim Llewellyn replied to John D. Calamia's discussion 'What's in your pockets/' in the group Cancel The Engine

Helmet: 2 wedges, seatbelt cutter, UK 4aa light under the left brim Coat: Radio pocket: (no radio - that's on a NY strap INSIDE my coat - that's another discussion!) long-handled cross cut cable cutters Right chest: Survivor light, MSA stand alone...

April 5

Ryan Cox replied to John D. Calamia's discussion 'What's in your pockets/' in the group Cancel The Engine

I have much the same stuff as posted earlier with a few additions. Welded a ring to the end of my vice-grips (curved jaw Irwin's) for a carabiner. Also one mod I've had real good luck with so far is the following. Instead of a traditional hose bel...

February 13

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Hometown:: Norristown, PA

I Live: (City, State): Upper Darby, PA

Years in Fire/EMS:: 16

Why I Joined the Fire/EMS:: Family Tradition

Relationship Status:: Married

Primary Fire/EMS Department:: Upper Darby Fire Department

Department Type:: Fire/Rescue Department - Paid, EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid

Rank/Role There:: Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years With This Department/Agency: 1

Dept. Web Site:: http://www.iafflocal2493.com

My Training:: Fire Officer IV, ProBoard Rescue Technician (Vehicle & machinery, Trench, Confined Space, Rope), NREMT Paramedic

About Me:: 16 years in the service
11 years career Paramedic
7 years career firefighter

Side Jobs or Other Organizations:: Electrician - Union Trained

Top Issues Facing Responders:: FD Staffing & Budgeting

I Love Being in Fire/EMS Because:: Fire House Life

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At 5:19pm on February 3, 2008, Jim aka Bick said…: HELLO AND WELCOME TO THE FFN . FEEL FREE TO ADD ME AS A FRIEND IF YOU WANT TO, ONE CAN NEVER HAVE TOO MANY FRIENDS IN THIS WORLD . HAVE A GREAT 08 AND STAY SAFE OUT THERE.

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