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matt-man24 replied to nita's discussion 'EMS Transport...Does your department do it?' in the group I.A.F.F. Firefighters

My department on the west side of Indy has 4 full time ALS ambulances and 1 tack bus staffed by IAFF civilian personnel since Jan. 2000. Our EMS crews are very professional and patient care and advocacy is of the our main objective. I have been an...

March 2

matt-man24 replied to Little Gary's discussion 'What do you all think SAFE minmum manning should be and RESPONSE TIMES' in the group I.A.F.F. Firefighters

NFPA 1710 recommends 4 man engine companies and 5 man truck crews with 4 to 5 min responses, some departments have been successful by tossing it on the table during contract negotiations

March 1

matt-man24 replied to Mark Affolter's discussion 'The Beer Group' in the group I.A.F.F. Firefighters

I want to join. My favorite Lager is and always be: Yuengling, but I can't get it in Indiana, unless I import it. I also enjoy drinking Shiner Blonde, but can't get it in Indiana either.

March 1

matt-man24 replied to terry farrell firefighters fund's discussion 'JIM BEAM FIREFIGHTERS BOTTLE' in the group I.A.F.F. Firefighters

How much are these bottles selling for? i haven't seen any in Indianapolis area.

March 1

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Hometown:: Bradford, Pa

I Live: (City, State): Edinburgh, IN

Years in Fire/EMS:: 15 years

Why I Joined the Fire/EMS:: Spring of 1994

Relationship Status:: Married

Primary Fire/EMS Department:: Wayne Township Fire Department, Indianapolis, IN

Department Type:: Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

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

Years With This Department/Agency: 4

Dept. Web Site:: http://waynefire.org

Second Department (if appl.): Edinburgh Fire + Rescue

2nd Department Type:: Combination Fire Rescue Department

Rank/Role at Second Department:: Firefighter / EMT-Basic

Years With Second Department/Agency: 3

Web Site:: http://edinburghfire@att.net

Other Past or Current Departments:: City of Bradford Fire Department I.A.F.F. Local 655

My Training:: Fire Medic IV, Paramedic, IFSAC FF I+II, Hazmat Tech, Driver Operator-Pumper, Vehicle + Machinery Rescue

About Me:: Married with 3 children

Day Job:: Fire/Medic

Side Jobs or Other Organizations:: Paramedic-Private Service

Top Issues Facing Responders:: Job Security, Safety, IDLH Atmosphere and effects on the body

I Love Being in Fire/EMS Because:: Helping people

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