Mike Sandulak, Division Chief with the Phoenix Fire Department Public Affairs Section, has been invaluable with my research for my manuscript Dating 911. Here are some things I've learned:
1)On any given day, there are approximately 400 firefighters on duty in Phoenix.
2)They have three shifts: A, B, and C, and work 24 hours on and 48 hours off.
3)Approximately 75% of the calls firemen respond to are medical calls. They also have Haz Mat
teams and Technical Rescue teams that carry specialized equipment as well as ARFF trucks at Sky Harbor Airport.
4)Firefighters have to handle seeing and dealing with tragedy everyday in their jobs and it can take its toll over time. It takes a special person with a great deal of physical and mental toughness to do this job. It is also a very rewarding profession as they help and make a difference in peoples lives every day. The Phoenix Fire Department takes care of its own just like the customers they serve, top notch.
5)They have there own Critical Incident Debriefing Team as well as Father Carl. They also have an excellent Employee Assistance Program. Firmen also take care of their own and are trained to see signs if a fellow Firefighter is having problems. Nothing is really mandatory including time off, but it is always offered if needed or requested.
6)The Phoenix Fire Department's motto is Survive, Prevent Harm, and Be Nice.
Next time you see a fireman tell him "Thanks!" for a job well done!
Now, on to other business. The winner of yesterday's anatomy quiz is Lynnette! Her guess was the closest--ten. There are ELEVEN erogenous zones on the female body. Congratulations! You receive the $5 Barnes and Noble gift card. I'll email you to get your address!!
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My, oh, my, research is so very...difficult.
Yes. *sigh* It has been a trial, but I have muddled my way through it! LOL
I went to 'friend' you on myspace and we're already friends Kathleen. My myspace page is out of control. I barely stop by there to say yes to friend requests anymore.
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