Fire Service

Explore wisdom from a seasoned fire service professional and author.

Two firefighters wearing red protective uniforms with reflective stripes are standing next to a fire truck with bright red and yellow stripes. The fire truck is parked on a city street, and the firefighters appear to be tending to equipment on the truck. Nearby, a building with decorative balconies and windows is visible in the background.
Two firefighters wearing red protective uniforms with reflective stripes are standing next to a fire truck with bright red and yellow stripes. The fire truck is parked on a city street, and the firefighters appear to be tending to equipment on the truck. Nearby, a building with decorative balconies and windows is visible in the background.
A neatly organized collection of firefighting equipment, including coiled hoses, metal nozzles, yellow plastic containers, and various metal pipes and fittings. The equipment is stored within compartments on a fire truck, showcasing its readiness and accessibility.
A neatly organized collection of firefighting equipment, including coiled hoses, metal nozzles, yellow plastic containers, and various metal pipes and fittings. The equipment is stored within compartments on a fire truck, showcasing its readiness and accessibility.
Two red fire trucks are parked inside a fire station garage. The station has signage indicating 'Engine Co. 24' and 'Ladder Co. 5'. The trucks are adorned with American flags and various firefighting equipment. The setting includes visible pipes and lighting fixtures on the ceiling.
Two red fire trucks are parked inside a fire station garage. The station has signage indicating 'Engine Co. 24' and 'Ladder Co. 5'. The trucks are adorned with American flags and various firefighting equipment. The setting includes visible pipes and lighting fixtures on the ceiling.
Three firefighters are in uniform, sitting and standing in front of a fire truck. They are inside a fire station, and the truck features a red front with chrome details.
Three firefighters are in uniform, sitting and standing in front of a fire truck. They are inside a fire station, and the truck features a red front with chrome details.

Fire Service

Books guiding your fire service career with wisdom.

Firefighters in yellow protective suits spray water towards a burning black structure. Flames are visible rising from the building, with smoke billowing into the sky. Fire hoses are laid out on the ground, and a red fire truck is parked in the background. The setting appears to be an outdoor area surrounded by trees.
Firefighters in yellow protective suits spray water towards a burning black structure. Flames are visible rising from the building, with smoke billowing into the sky. Fire hoses are laid out on the ground, and a red fire truck is parked in the background. The setting appears to be an outdoor area surrounded by trees.
Captain Salty's

A guide for navigating probation in fire service.

A red fire truck is parked outside a Safeway store. The truck is a Scania model, marked with 'Metropolitan Fire Brigade' and equipped with water hoses and rescue gear. Bright safety stripes and emergency lights are visible, emphasizing its readiness for action.
A red fire truck is parked outside a Safeway store. The truck is a Scania model, marked with 'Metropolitan Fire Brigade' and equipped with water hoses and rescue gear. Bright safety stripes and emergency lights are visible, emphasizing its readiness for action.
Wisdom Series

Life lessons from thirty-one years in fire service.

Firefighters wearing protective gear, including helmets and uniforms with reflective stripes, stand in an outdoor setting with a focused demeanor.
Firefighters wearing protective gear, including helmets and uniforms with reflective stripes, stand in an outdoor setting with a focused demeanor.
Several firefighters are standing in front of an open fire truck equipment compartment during a rainstorm. They are wearing dark uniforms, caps, and are surrounded by yellow caution tape. Various firefighting tools are visible in the truck's compartment.
Several firefighters are standing in front of an open fire truck equipment compartment during a rainstorm. They are wearing dark uniforms, caps, and are surrounded by yellow caution tape. Various firefighting tools are visible in the truck's compartment.
Successful Journey

Strategies for thriving in your fire service career.

Career Insights

Essential tips for aspiring fire service professionals.

Fire Service

Authoring a series of books focused on navigating a successful fire service career.

Guiding new firefighters.

Wisdom

Fire Service Insights

Fire Department

1989 - Present

Over three decades of experience in the fire service, sharing valuable insights.

Career Guidance

Fire Academy

1988 - 1989

Trained new recruits in essential firefighting skills and career development strategies.

Front view of a red fire truck with bold yellow lettering 'FEUERWEHR' across the top of the vehicle. Below the lettering, the brand name 'MAN' is prominently displayed in silver on a black grille. The lower part of the grille includes a logo of a lion. The truck has additional branding 'rosenbauer' in white at the bottom left of the image.
Front view of a red fire truck with bold yellow lettering 'FEUERWEHR' across the top of the vehicle. Below the lettering, the brand name 'MAN' is prominently displayed in silver on a black grille. The lower part of the grille includes a logo of a lion. The truck has additional branding 'rosenbauer' in white at the bottom left of the image.