Christopher Hindo
Saltillo,MS
Summary
Skilled firefighter with extensive experience at Saltillo and Booneville Fire Departments, adept in fire containment and emergency support. Demonstrated leadership in high-pressure situations, ensuring efficient team collaboration and patient care. Proficient in apparatus maintenance and medical assessments, contributing to significant improvements in incident response times and safety protocols.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter
Saltillo Fire Department
Saltillo, MS
12.2023 - Current
- Provided life-saving first aid to victims of accidents or medical emergencies.
- Conducted investigations into the cause and origin of fires, hazardous materials incidents, and explosions.
- Responded to emergency calls for assistance from citizens in distress.
- Assisted in controlling traffic at accident scenes and other emergency situations.
- Maintained a thorough knowledge of the streets, buildings, landmarks, and hydrants within assigned area of responsibility.
- Administered oxygen therapy and CPR when necessary to revive victims who had stopped breathing or suffered cardiac arrest.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all aspects of response activities performed while on duty.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while performing hazardous tasks such as entering burning structures or handling hazardous materials spills.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to educate citizens about fire safety practices and procedures.
- Instructed personnel on proper operation of specialized rescue tools including hydraulic spreaders, cutters, and saws.
- Performed maintenance tasks on firefighting vehicles such as checking fluid levels, inspecting hoses, testing pumps.
- Served as first responder to many scenes and provided life support to victims, including taking blood pressure, observing skin changes, and taking pulses.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for emergency situations.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families during medical emergencies.
- Performed basic and advanced airway management to ensure patient breathing and airway integrity.
- Utilized medical technology and equipment effectively for diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responded to changes in condition with appropriate interventions.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Documented patient care and treatment procedures accurately for medical records and reporting purposes.
- Administered first aid and emergency care to patients in various settings, ensuring rapid response to medical needs.
Firefighter
Booneville Fire Department
Booneville, MS
11.2019 - Current
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saltillo High School
Saltillo, MS05-2017
Skills
- Fire containment
- Alarm response
- Building containment
- Apparatus maintenance
- Medical team collaboration
- Fire suppression tools operations
- Firefighting activities
- Apparatus inspection
- Emergency support
- Incident safety
- Staff development and leadership
- Medical assessments
- Report preparation
- Personnel management
Certification
- 1001: Firefighter level 1 and 2
- Hazmat awareness and Operations
- Hazmat Technician
- CPR and BLS Certified
- EMR certified
Timeline
Firefighter
Saltillo Fire Department
12.2023 - Current
Firefighter
Booneville Fire Department
11.2019 - Current
- 1001: Firefighter level 1 and 2
- Hazmat awareness and Operations
- Hazmat Technician
- CPR and BLS Certified
- EMR certified
High School Diploma -
Saltillo High School
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