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Rich
  • 25, Male
  • Cranston
  • United States
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Hometown:
Cranston, RI
I Live: (City, State)
Smithfield, RI
Years in Fire/EMS:
10+
Why I Joined the Fire/EMS:
I've wanted to be a firefigher since the first time i ever visited a fire station back when i was in kindergarton.
Relationship Status:
In a Relationship
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Coventry Fire District IAFF Local-3240
Department Type:
Fire/Rescue Department - Paid
Rank/Role There:
Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)
Years With This Department/Agency
3 Months
Other Past or Current Departments:
Washington Fire Dept.
Coventry, RI
Call Firefighter/EMT-C
1998-2006

Central Coventry Fire Dept.
Coventry, RI
Call Firefighter/EMT-C
2006 to 2008

Coventry Fire Alarm
Coventry, RI
Fire Dispatcher
2004 to 2008

Oakland Mapleville Fire Dept.
Burrillville, RI
Per Diem Firefighter/EMT-C
2005 to 2008

Nasonville Fire Dept.
Burrillville, RI
Per Diem Firefighter/EMT-C
2007 to 2008

Coventry Fire District - IAFF Local-3240
Coventry, RI
Career Firefighter
October 3, 2008 to Present
My Training:
EMT-Cardiac
Firefighter Level I & II
Hazmat Technician
ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800
About Me:
I've been in the fire service since the age of 13. I recently got hired as a Career firefighter for the Coventry Fire District. I am loving every minute of it!
Personal Site/Profile:
http://myspace.com/rich92784
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Lack of training!
Lack of manpower!
I Love Being in Fire/EMS Because:
Not knowing what to expect....every call is different

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At 4:40pm on February 25, 2009, Bill said…
Henderson Fire Dept. in Nevada(borders Las Vegas) is hiring Firefighter/Paramedics Great benefits, salary, retirement, and equipment.
www.hfdcareers.com www.cityofhenderson.com www.hendersonfireonline.com
Please pass it along!
At 10:16pm on June 1, 2008, Rusty R. said…
Summer School
2008

July 11th, 12th and 13th 2008


Friday July 11th 1900 hours

Saturday and Sunday, July 12th and 13th 0800-1700 hours


Fri night: Keynote speaker Lt. Dave Gallagher presents his Big Truck, Little Crew approach to short staffed companies at the Georgetown Country Club, Andover St Georgetown Ma

Sat/Sun: Hands-on at the acquired structure 20 Parish Rd, Georgetown Ma

Cost: $150 FOOLS Members, $175 non-members; lunch included both days

Friday Evening Lecture only: $25.00

So, you missed Spring Training again, eh? Heard about it from a Brother? Wanted to go to the April FOOLS training but just had to rearrange that sock drawer, or was it wash your hair? Well, just like 3rd grade you get a second chance!

Here is Summer School 2008. Join the Georgetown Fire Department and the New England FOOLS for skill stations and real-time evolutions in an acquired farmhouse that is sure to make for a weekend not to be missed! We know where they were in March;
Let’s find out yet again “where have all the firemen gone…”

• Vent/Enter/Search, what every big city and small town “truckie” should know.
• Forcible Entry means never having to knock twice.
• SCBA Confidence and Mayday recognition, you’ll be a-mazed what you don’t know!
• Firefighter Self-Survival Skills, so that Everyone Goes Home.

For further information and downloadable application visit www.NEFOOLS.org.
At 8:50pm on March 25, 2008, Anya said…
Hey, how are you??
At 10:20pm on February 26, 2008, Marie said…
thanks for the add! how're you doin this evenin?

stay safe,
~Marie
At 9:18pm on February 26, 2008, KERMIT said…
HEY RICH,
HELLO FROM NEW JERSEY,LOVE YOUR PICTURES.
STAY SAFE OUT THERE.
At 9:34am on February 26, 2008, Joel Swanson said…
Welcome to FFN, Rich!
Glad to have you on board here...
Take Care Now!
At 7:34pm on February 25, 2008, AVI LAP said…
Hi,
You Are more then welcome to join Police Facebook - Worldwide Social Network for active and retired law enforcement officers, Volunteers & supporters.
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Avi Lap
At 5:40pm on February 25, 2008, Jim aka Bick said…
JUST DROPPING BY TO SAY WELCOME TO FIREFIGHTER NATION, ADD ME IF YOU WANT TO AND BE SAFE OUT THERE
At 11:49am on February 25, 2008, Jojo said…
Hello and welcome to FFN Rich! Stay safe:-)
At 11:37am on February 25, 2008, Casper said…
Hi Rich welcome to The Nation take care and be safe.
 
 

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