Volunteer Firefighter
Saddle Brook Volunteer Fire Department
Saddle Brook, NJ
01.1995 - Current
- Rehabilitated fire hoses, portable water tanks and other equipment.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Patrolled previously burned areas after fire containment to locate and eliminate dangerous hot spots.
- Participated in post-emergency reviews with supervisors to discuss ways to improve future responses.
- Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Conducted fire drills at schools and businesses.
- Advised homeowners on methods for preventing house fires through proper storage of flammable materials and use of extinguishers.
- Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
- Conducted public education programs about fire safety topics, such as smoke alarms and home escape plans.
- Interacted professionally with victims, witnesses and other personnel associated with an incident.
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.