Edward George
Rootstown,OH
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Prevention Officer
Ravenna City Fire Department
Ravenna, OH
04.2022 - Current
- Prevented public from entering hazardous areas to maximize safety and security.
- Created fire prevention plans to reduce risk of fire in various locations.
- Relayed messages about emergencies, accidents and fire hazard conditions.
- Conducted fire safety inspections to check compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
- Educated public about fire safety and prevention.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Fire Safety Inspector
Ravenna City Fire Department
Ravenna, OH
10.2021 - Current
- Inspected buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code violations such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems and inadequate or non-functional fire exits.
- Located fire code violations and recommended actions to bring properties into compliance.
- Wrote detailed reports of fire inspections, fire code violations observed and corrective recommendations offered.
- Reviewed blueprints and plans for new or remodeled buildings to verify structures met fire safety codes.
- Prepared recommendations to eliminate potential fire and safety hazards at establishments.
- Conducted fire exit drills to monitor and evaluate evacuation procedures.
- Conducted follow-up site visits to check compliance with corrective actions implemented to address violations.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Ravenna City Fire Department
Ravenna, OH
05.2006 - 04.2022
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
- Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries.
Education
Fire And Life Safety Educator -
Ohio Fire Marshal's Office
Reynoldsburg, OH09.2023
Fire Safety Inspector -
University of Akron
Akron, OH11.2021
EMS Instructor -
University Hospitals Portage Medical Center
Ravenna, OH07.2013
Fire Officer I
04.2008
Firefighter I & II -
University of Akron
Akron, OH11.2004
Paramedic Certification -
Akron General Paramedic Program
Akron, OH10.2003
Accomplishments
2016 Ohio EMS star of life recipient for managing a flail chest and successful decompressing a tension pneumothorax from a single car roll over MVC.
Affiliations
IAFF
NEOFPA
NEOSEN
Training
Fire Investigator Scene Safety - CFI Trainer - October, 2023
MagneTek: A Case Study in The Daubert Challenge - CFI Trainer - October 2023
Discovery in Criminal Cases - CFI Trainer - October 2023
Search and Seizure - CFI Trainer - October 2023
Fire Protection Systems - CFI Trainer - September 2023
Fundamentals of Residential Building Construction - CFI Trainer - September 2023
Ethics and the Fire Investigator - CFI Trainer - September 2023
NFPA 1033 and Your Career - CFI Trainer - September 2023
The Practical Application of the Relationship Between NFPA 1033 and NFPA 921 - CFI Trainer - September 2023
Fire Chemistry - CFI Trainer - October 2021
Effective Investigation and Testimony - CFI Trainer - October 2021
The HAZWOPER Standard - CFI Trainer - October 2021
NFPA 13 Training - NFPA - August - 2022
Timeline
Fire Prevention Officer
Ravenna City Fire Department
04.2022 - Current
Fire Safety Inspector
Ravenna City Fire Department
10.2021 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Ravenna City Fire Department
05.2006 - 04.2022
Fire And Life Safety Educator -
Ohio Fire Marshal's Office
Fire Safety Inspector -
University of Akron
EMS Instructor -
University Hospitals Portage Medical Center
Fire Officer I
Firefighter I & II -
University of Akron
Paramedic Certification -
Akron General Paramedic Program