Jack Herald

Through Stamping Ground Fire Department I’ve been able to attend many trainings not only through their personal weekly trainings they’ve put on, but various other external trainings all over the state of Kentucky.

Several certifications include, IFSAC 1 certified, IFSAC 2 certified (minus hazmat ops), Emt certification (studying for registry now), ARFF 40 hour certified, Among the weekly trainings I attend we have put countless hours of hard work and dedication to our commitment to the people of Stamping Ground and the safety of them. Through helping set up school visits to teaching even adults about the importance of fire safety and what the fire service truly means.

While being a volunteer, I’ve learned the importance of getting straight to work and completing the tasks set at hand even when we’re short handed. Whether it’s 2 people on a truck or 4, there is still work to be done and it must be completed in order to complete the tasks set at hand. Stamping Ground has taught me many of the important characteristics of being a firefighter such as hard work, dedication, determination, teamwork, attitude, chain of command, and it has truly transformed my mind and personality into the person I’ve always wanted to be by opening a world of opportunities. It’s always been a dream of mine to be able to help people, not for the money, but for the simple reason of wanting to make an impact however small it may be.

• Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
• Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
• Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
• Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
• Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Ensured proper animal care by administering medications, vaccinations, or treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Reduced crop loss by carefully monitoring for signs of pests or disease and applying appropriate treatments when necessary.