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  1. Posted · Edited by RES20CUE

    Hey Everyone,

    Thanks for the well wishes, etc., etc.

    No, I don't need additional driver training! However, I think plenty of others need to be reminded where to park thier POV's and Chief's Cars! I do have to remember that the wet stuff that falls from the sky happens around here- and it softens the ground a bit! At least I didn't need a tow!!

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    Ed Byrnes

    Master Chief Damage Controlman, US Navy (E-9)

    NEC's- 9517,9502,9518,90MN,90ET

    1987-Present

    Active Duty (1988-1993)-

    Boot Camp- San Diego, CA- 1988

    Damage Control "A" School- Treasure Island, San Francisco, CA- 1988

    United States Ship Savannah (AOR-4), Norfolk, VA- 1988-1993

    - 2 tours during 1st Gulf War

    - Operation Desert Storm

    - Operation Desert Watch

    US Navy Reserves (1993- Present)

    - Mobilized (2001-2002) Operation Noble Eagle

    Security at Naval Support Activity, Naples Italy

    - Mobilized (2007-Present) Operation Enduring Freedom

    Embedded Training Teams, Kabul Afghanistan

    Currently sitting at home on terminal leave, awaiting my 3rd discharge from Active Duty!

  4. Posted

    I've got a complaint regarding our relocate to 257HQ...

    I see all the patches and helmet fronts collected.

    WHERE'S THE E119 or T10 HELMET FRONTS?!

    After all, our members working there hail from the northside, no?

    (I may have one, either you or FDVA356 have to ask nicely though!)

    There used to be one there from E119, however, due to budget contraints it was returned for use by the company!

  5. Posted

    Below is Navy Master Chief Petty Officer Ed Byrnes (myself), Ex-Chief, Somers VFD and Army Specialist Dan Bendetti, Firefighter, Lake Mohegan VFA meeting at Camp Phoenix in Kabul Afghanistan. Pictured in front of Camp Phoenix VFD's Engine 1. Dan was one of my FFI students last year.

    You never know when you'll run into a brother- even in a combat zone, half a world away!!

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  7. Posted

    Did you recieve the PORT CHESTER box yet? sent out 4 weeks ago. stay safe [PCFD ENG58]

    No the Port Chester box has not arrived, yet.

    Ed, Briarcliff Manor FD patches (and a few T's) are on the way to ya. Thanks for all you guys are doing for the good ole USA!

    Received the BMFD package- Thank You.

    I had a special treat yesterday- I saw another Brother- Dan Bendetti from the Lake Mohegan VFA (US Army Specialist). We just happened to have the bay door open and as fate has it- I just happened to walk out of the office and in front of the pumper when he walked by! What a treat! Dan was a student in my FFI class out of Katonah when I was activated. He was "called up" about 3 days before I reported back to Active Duty. I had no idea that he was recalled also. Unfortunately, he will not be staying here long. But it was a great treat to hug a Brother from Home!!!!

  11. Posted · Edited by RES20CUE

    I completly agree with the standard. I have never worn a helmet riding in an apparatus, in fact I have written SOP's prohibiting the wearing of helmets in apparatus. It is one of the dumbest things anyone can do in a cab other than not wearing a seat belt.

    When I was in Virginia, an engine had to stop short while responding and a firefighter wearing a helmet, snapped his neck when the brim of the helmet hit the glass separating the jumps from the driver/officer. He never returned to work- permanently disabled!!!

    As far as securing the helmets, look at the requirements for g-force restraints. It usually doesn't require a separate compartment. There are numerous manufacturers out there that make NFPA compliant mouting brackets for tools and equipment. It may not be as hard as you think to secure them to meet the requirement.

    As far as portable radio restraints- if you look at the newer ones, they are equipped with some form of a securing strap.

  12. Posted · Edited by jack10562
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    Brothers and Sisters,

    I know most of you on this site, at least from Westchester know who I am, but for those who don't, here's a little about me- my name is Ed Byrnes and I'm the Fire Chief for the VA Hudson Valley FD in Montrose and Castle Point. I am a Past Chief with the Somers VFD, an instructor for both Westchester County DES and the NYS Academy of Fire Science. On top of all that, I am a Reservist with the US Navy, currently holding the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer (E-9). I was recalled back in 2001, and spent a year in Italy in support of this war, and I was recalled again in November and I am now stationed at Camp Phoenix in Kabul, Afghanistan.

    One of my duties is the Chief of the Camp Phoenix Volunteer Fire Department. The Army completed the building about a year ago, before that, the surplus apparatus that was acquired, was either stored outside or in a tent. The building finally had bay doors installed just before the winter.

    Our firefighters, are from both the Navy and the Army, most are reservists from around the nation and are volunteer or career firefighters in their hometowns. They carry a rifle most of the time and when the alarm sounds, trade the rifle for a fire hose, switching from fighting on one front line to another.

    One of my goals, since taking over only 2 days ago, is to make this fire house look and feel just like any other firehouse in the US. I was hoping to get patches and/or other fire house memorabilia sent here from all the various departments that the members and visitors of this site are from.

    Anyone interested in sending something, below is my address- I would like to thank all of you in advance for your caring and willingness to help.

    Ed Byrnes

    HHC 218 BCT, SCSC

    Camp Phoenix

    APO AE 09320

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  18. Posted

    FIREFIGHTER

    Salary Range: 39,539.00 - 39,539.00 USD per year

    PAY SETTING REGULATIONS APPLY Open Period: Tuesday, March 13, 2007

    to Tuesday, March 27, 2007

    Series & Grade: GS-0081-07/07 Position Information:

    Who May Be Considered:

    Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals.

    Job Summary:

    We currently have 6 openings for a FIREFIGHTERS.

    This position will offer you:

    **Excellent salary and benefits package

    **A fulfilling and challenging work environment

    **On-the-job growth and development with advancement opportunities!

    **A chance to make a difference!

    Location: VA HUDSON VALLEY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, MONTROSE CAMPUS, NY

    AND CASTLE POINT CAMPUSES

    Hours Per Week: 56 HOUR SHIFTS, WITH ROTATION, WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS

    Contact for Position Information: DELORES JONES @ 914-737-4400 X1-2246

    THE CAREER YOU WANT, THE FUTURE YOU DESERVE

    OPEN TO ALL US CITIZENS

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    Actions to fill this position will not be based on discriminatory factors prohibited by law.

    JOB SUMMARY: This firefighter position is not only to control and extinguish fires and rescue endangered persons but is also to control hazardous materials incidents.

    This announcement is for a permanent, Career or Career-Conditional, appointment.

    Key Requirements:

    U.S. Citizenship

    A valid state driver's license

    EMT Certification valid in the state of New York

    Major Duties:

    • Serving as a firefighter crewmember assisting the operation of major pieces of firefighting apparatus

    • Performing fire prevention inspections of all hospital areas, i.e., industrial shops, warehouses, admin facilities, laboratories, living quarters, etc.

    • Insuring that all deficiencies found during inspections are corrected

    • Rendering first aid and life saving measures as an ambulance driver/emergency medical technician

    • Providing assessment of patient to professional medical care provider

    • Conducting fire prevention training to all staff including new employees at orientation class

    • Performing as a member of a team in controlling spills of hazardous or unknown substances

    • Serving as a firefighter, driver/operator or crew chief as needed

    Qualifications:

    Serving as a firefighter crewmember assisting the operation of major pieces of firefighting apparatus

    • Performing fire prevention inspections of all hospital areas, i.e., industrial shops, warehouses, admin facilities, laboratories, living quarters, etc.

    • Insuring that all deficiencies found during inspections are corrected

    • Rendering first aid and life saving measures as an ambulance driver/emergency medical technician

    • Providing assessment of patient to professional medical care provider

    • Conducting fire prevention training to all staff including new employees at orientation class

    • Performing as a member of a team in controlling spills of hazardous or unknown substances

    • Serving as a firefighter, driver/operator or crew chief as needed

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  19. Posted

    Hey Rescue 20 does anyone have any pics of what you guys had in the begining because was a different site when we got there. By the way good job by your department everyone worked very hard in crappy wheather conditions.

    Yes, the first arriving FF had his digital camera and did take several shots before the Engine and I arrived. Hopefully he sends them in to Seth to post. Send me a PM with your e-mail address and I'll send to you.

  20. Posted

    I hope all of you had as good of a time as I did!

    good time?

    do you think the homeowner had a good time?

    I was being facetious- No one had a good time- we were freezing our butts off, slipping on ice, getting injured, etc because the homeowner decided to use a heat gun in an attempt to unfreeze a pipe!

  21. Posted

    Stubborn Fire in an over 100 year old converted barn, with additions. Balloon construction with several hidden voids.

    5 degrees, no hydrants, snow falling, wind blowing, heavy fire upon arrival.........

    "Human icicles”, SCBA bottles frozen to their frames, non-functioning frozen regulators, frozen hose, ice everywhere-

    Could it have been any worse?? I don't know, but everyone that responded- My "helmet" is off to you, as well as my heartfelt Thank You!

    All the crews did an awesome job- everyone worked hard and we had positive results.

    Again- “Thank you” all for responding this morning- I hope all of you had as good of a time as I did! At least Spring is only 2 weeks away! biggrin.gif

  22. Posted

    Alternate radio channels / frequencies - a concept not yet grasped by certain northern County Departments..... using a nuclear-powered radio tower....to make sure people get put down on a CALL SHEET....

    That is one huge reason why we moved over! Especially being a neighbor, their nuclear-powered tower actually interferred with our dispatches all the way over, down in the valley of Shenorock! We had it- and no one was doing anything about it! With some grants and other funds, we were able to do the changeover quite quickly- before someone got hurt or killed.

    Nice dig this morning-huh? "All Somers units clear, returning to SOMERS FREQUENCY".

  23. Posted

    What the heck is an "EMS worker"? Is that like an ambulance driver?

    You could kinda say that! The Somers VFD allows people to join as EMS Only to support the Ambulance. They are not required to do firefighting or take firefighting courses. These people are required to become EMT's, however we do accept applications for just Ambulance Drivers.

  24. Posted

    To answer some questions and clarify some others-

    Somers Fire District has been operating on it's own frequency since the late 80's. It was commomly known as District Wide.

    We finally decided to switch all dispatching and operations over to it, due to the enormous amount of traffic on the county frequencies. With our increased level of calls, as well as everyone elses, along with all the new UHF links, where you can hear a firefighter in thier SCBA mask in a basement fire in California!

    It's definitely a firefighter safety issue- we can now speak and be heard, and not be stepped on by the other 52 departments in the county!

    We simulcast dispatch on 46.26 for any reported fires, confirmed fires, or technical rescues- in line with our dispatch protocols for blowing the sirens in town.

    We still have the low band radios in our apparatus, and are currently getting the new county UHF mobiles installed, so we are still able to operate on the county frequencies.

    We also have UHF fireground portables assigned to every officer, vehicle and SCBA, and we automtically go to our assigned channel (CH.1) for fireground communications.

    Hope this helps.

    We strive for the safety of our firefighters and EMS workers to be paramount!!!!!!!