Brian Woods
Williamsburg,KY
Summary
Dynamic Firefighter Captain dedicated to effective communication and leadership development. Skilled in training programs and community outreach initiatives, resulting in improved emergency preparedness strategies and enhanced team performance during critical situations. Experienced Firefighter Captain with a strong focus on emergency response, incident management, and team collaboration. Proven track record in developing operational protocols and enhancing fire safety education within the community. Results-driven Firefighter Captain recognized for developing operational protocols and ensuring safety compliance. Known for strong leadership and attention to detail, contributing to effective incident management and community fire safety education.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter Captain
Williamsburg Fire Department
Williamsburg, Kentucky
08.2017 - Current
- Managed incident command during complex emergency scenarios and multi-agency responses.
- Supervised emergency response operations during fires and rescue situations.
- Supervised emergency response operations during fire and rescue situations.
- Coordinated training programs for new firefighters and facilitated ongoing staff development to enhance team readiness.
- Developed operational protocols to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness.
- Conducted safety inspections of equipment and facilities to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducted safety inspections of equipment and facilities to ensure compliance.
- Implemented community outreach initiatives to educate the public on fire safety and prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with local agencies to improve emergency preparedness strategies.
- Ensured effective water supply for firefighting efforts. and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Inspected buildings for fire prevention and hazardous materials code violations or potential hazards.
- Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency calls from dispatch center providing medical aid if needed.
- Monitored radio communications during shift ensuring timely response to emergencies.
- Collaborated with other agencies responding to emergency situations such as medical services or law enforcement.
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities including responses to emergencies, maintenance tasks completed.
- Actively participated in drills simulating various types of emergency scenarios.
- Investigated fires to identify causes and recommend preventive measures, improving overall community safety.
- Drafted reports summarizing incident details including cause analysis, recommendations for preventative measures and corrective actions taken.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards and codes governing fire safety operations.
- Provided leadership and direction in the safe execution of all fire suppression activities.
- Attended meetings with local officials to discuss fire department operations. with local government officials as well as community leaders regarding departmental operations or policy changes.
Firefighter
Williamsburg Fire Department
Williamsburg, Kentucky
01.2006 - 08.2017
- Responded to emergency calls and provided life-saving support to community members.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during fire suppression efforts.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections to ensure safety compliance in properties.
- Collaborated with team members during rescue operations and emergency situations.
- Trained new recruits on firefighting techniques and safety protocols.
- Communicated with crew members to coordinate tasks effectively during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Assisted in emergency responses by assessing situations and delivering critical medical aid to individuals.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Executed search and rescue operations in hazardous conditions to locate and support individuals in distress. in hazardous environments.
Firefighter-volunteer
Williamsburg Fire Department
Williamsburg, Kentucky
07.2002 - 01.2006
- Responded to emergency calls for fire and rescue operations.
- Operated firefighting equipment during active incidents.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections in local businesses and residences.
- Collaborated with team members on rescue strategies and safety protocols.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
- Worked on equipment desk and demobilized fire engines, water tenders and other machinery used in responding to incidents.
- Assisted with emergency response operations during fire incidents and community events.
- Participated in fire safety education programs for local schools and community groups.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective emergency response strategies.
Education
Firefighter - Fire Science
Kentucky State Fire
London, KY07-2002
High School Diploma -
Whitley County High School
Williamsburg, KY05-1991
Some College (No Degree) - Diesel Mechanic
Somerset Community College
Somerset, KYSkills
- Emergency response
- Incident management
- Fire safety inspection
- Hazardous materials handling
- Operational protocol development
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Record keeping
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Training and mentoring
- Leadership development
- Vehicle extrication techniques
- Fire prevention strategies
Certification
- ICS- 100 Intro to the Incident Command System
- ICS-200 for Single Resources and Initial action incidents
- ICS-700 National Incident Management System
- ICS- 800 National Response Framework
- KCTCS Fire fighter- 400 Hour Level
- Hazardous Material- Hazmat Operations
- Hazardous Material Awareness/ERG
- Man- Tracking Awareness Course
- National Fire Academy Arson Detection for the First Responder
- Kentucky Wildland Firefighting -Awareness
- Confined Space Training Technician
- Basic Search and Rescue Skills Training
- Rail Safety for Emergency Responders
- Firefighter Rescue
- CSX SAFE program
- Basic Work Zone and Flagger Qualification
Timeline
Firefighter Captain
Williamsburg Fire Department
08.2017 - Current
Firefighter
Williamsburg Fire Department
01.2006 - 08.2017
Firefighter-volunteer
Williamsburg Fire Department
07.2002 - 01.2006
Firefighter - Fire Science
Kentucky State Fire
High School Diploma -
Whitley County High School
Some College (No Degree) - Diesel Mechanic
Somerset Community College