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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Female Firefighters | 1/19/2012 | John Grussing |
| Q: What is the rough proportion nationally of females applying for firefighting jobs? Are the same ... A: I'm not sure about the percentage of females applying but they comprise about 2-3% of firefighters ... | ||
| ...Am I still eligible?? | 12/25/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: Mike Grove... I have a question about my eligibility that I was hoping that you could assist me ... A: Tim You're minor incident should not affect your chances at all. Your 10 year military service far ... | ||
| Volunteer | 11/2/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: my name is Phoenix Shelton, I'm 17, and my dream is to become a firefighter. So my question is can ... A: Pheonix: Each fire department carries it's own set of rules. For instance on my FD you have to be ... | ||
| Firefighter 1 and 2 tests | 10/30/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: Captain Grove, I was just wondering if you know of any free online training resources for ... A: Daniel It seems like people have figured out that there is a market in FF exams. I have had ... | ||
| Fire-fighter | 10/25/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: I'm an 18 year old male attending Lanier High School in Austin, Texas who has always had a dream of ... A: Damontea All areas of the country will differ but I would be willing to bet that the best place for ... | ||
| EMT | 10/24/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: My son (in Pennsylvania) recently completed an EMT-B training course and applied for an EMT position ... A: Erica So sorry to hear about your sons dilemma. If your son was not charged with anything then he ... | ||
| Journey to Firefighting | 8/31/2011 | Dominick G. Kasmauskas |
| Q: My name is britton, 22 years old, and My dream is to become a firefighter. I'm going to tell a long ... A: Britton~ Thank you for your service. I am not aware that every fire department or municipality ... | ||
| Requirements | 8/23/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: I just had a quick question about the requirements for becoming a firefighter/EMT. I am currently in ... A: Hey Mitchell Semper Fi No worries about colorblindness. I know several firefighters who have the ... | ||
| ems paramedic | 7/16/2011 | Gustavo E. Flores |
| Q: ! A: You are able to take the first part of the NREMT exam in Puerto Rico. You must travel out to do the ... | ||
| background checks | 6/24/2011 | Chris Cantrell |
| Q: I have begun taking EMT-Basic courses recently and prior to my enrollment called a PI and asked him ... A: I would definitely make sure you get some kind of stress counseling. If you get into the fire ... | ||
| OP FD Hiring Process | 6/12/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: Hey Mike, I was wondering what the hiring process was for OP, I can't seem to find when then next ... A: I know that with somerecent promotions and retirements a hiring process has to be in the near ... | ||
| Thank You | 5/26/2011 | Dominick G. Kasmauskas |
| Q: Dom, Thank you for your response to my recent question. I'm not sure which codes they use in ... A: You are in the Intl Fire Code (IFC). I only have the 2006 edition in my office, but Chapter 10, ... | ||
| Fire Code Question | 5/25/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: I recently became a store manager for a major grocery retailer. The main doors to my store ... A: You are right, a lot of time some rules, codes don't seem to make good common sense. All ... | ||
| Fire Code Regarding Locks on Business Doors | 5/25/2011 | Dominick G. Kasmauskas |
| Q: I recently became a store manager for a major grocery retailer. The main doors to my store ... A: Jordan~ Glad you checked with someone (us) and didn't just take the info at face value. The Fire ... | ||
| Conflict of interest | 5/11/2011 | John Grussing |
| Q: I was wondering is it a conflict of interest for a fire chief in a paid position to run for fire ... A: I cannot speak to the legalities of this in the state of Connecticut. That being said, it is my ... | ||
| Smoke detectors and cigarettes | 5/5/2011 | Frank Billington |
| Q: we recently got tenants and we are worried, they are smoking in our apartment. We want to buy an ... A: Residual cigarette smoke seeping through cracks around a door is extremely unlikely to activate a ... | ||
| Smoke detectors and cigarettes | 5/5/2011 | Frank Billington |
| Q: we recently got tenants and we are worried, they are smoking in our apartment. We want to buy an ... A: If I understand correctly, you have tenants in an adjacent unit, and you are concerned that they are ... | ||
| CPAT test | 4/14/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: I'm am taking the physical performance test for NJ in June. So far I have been working out for a ... A: Sean Just from reading your question I can confidently say that you will have no problems getting ... | ||
| emt books | 3/8/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: Groves its me again. I wanted a little head start on studying for the emt class before I tackle the ... A: Jerry: Been awhile since I have browsed through an EMT textbook but my recommendation would be ... | ||
| junior firefighters | 3/5/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: I am about to become an advisor for a Jr Fire Company that has been falling apart but by bit for the ... A: Esther: Sounds as if you have your hands full but it also sounds like it's for a good cause. The ... | ||
| Background Question | 3/4/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: My question is kind of controversial. I have a condition that could be benefited by medical ... A: D: I understand your dilemma and will say this. Your medical history is private and should be of ... | ||
| Felony Charge | 2/28/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: i have a great passion to become a firefighter, but am currently a convicted felon due to DUI's. I ... A: Matt Overcoming a felony charge is tough but it can be done. I know of several people who have ... | ||
| how to become an emt | 2/24/2011 | Dominick G. Kasmauskas |
| Q: I am currently going to school rite now to become an emt, but the main problem is that, I got into a ... A: Jerry~ I'm not sure of the answer. You may want to contact a Financial Expert here on AllExperts. ... | ||
| education needed for entry level fireman | 2/16/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: Groves, I apologize for the many emails and questions. I'm planning to take the emt course at kckcc ... A: No problem Jerry. I would for sure get your EMT anfd if possible finish the Assocuates program there ... | ||
| KCK Hiring Practices | 2/15/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: Sir; I currently work as a firefighter/Paramedic and have applied for KCK Fire. I just wondered how ... A: JB: First off I would like to say "WOW"!!! You are set to work for any department out there. ... | ||
| info on civilian firefighting in iraq | 2/9/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: Mike Grove. My name is Richard MacFarlane. I am currently enrolled in fire tech & EMT classes. My ... A: Richard: The only civilian contractor I know of is based out of Florida This company offers a ... | ||
| few questions | 2/2/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: Grove I have a few questions regarding a EMT job in the KCK area. I have a friend who's a EMT for ... A: Julien: I agree you should get your EMT if you have the time now. You will need it to get hired ... | ||
| Paint flammability | 1/12/2011 | Dominick G. Kasmauskas |
| Q: Is latex paint flammable when dried after application? A: James~ I do not see any Latex paints when wet that are flammable nor combustible. Take a look at ... | ||
| paint storage | 1/7/2011 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: We have a Dozen gallons of paint that we store in the basement of our restaurant , they are all used ... A: Phillip You have no reason for concern with the items you currently have. The paint you have would ... | ||
| Firefighter Q? | 12/1/2010 | Frank Billington |
| Q: I'm 15 years old and live across the street from a fire station i have been inspired to become a ... A: Like you, I grew up next to a fire station. There are so many different paths to the career that it ... | ||
| I want to become a fire fighter | 11/17/2010 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: My name I Justin Garcia and I am 28 yrs old. I am wanting to change career paths and get into a ... A: Justin: My recommendations includes getting your firefighter I certification as well as EMT. Any ... | ||
| Under the table investigation? | 11/13/2010 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: Good morning captain, I have a few questions for you, all related. A little background. I am ... A: Rich: First of all thanks for contacting me, I too am an XMarine and want to help you. A class ... | ||
| possible problem becoming firefighter | 10/31/2010 | Dominick G. Kasmauskas |
| Q: I am 24 years old I am extremely interested in becoming a firefighter in Arizona. I've been looking ... A: Nicholas~ First, it is a "challenge", not a "problem". The States and cities can have different ... | ||
| criminal background | 10/28/2010 | Dominick G. Kasmauskas |
| Q: I live in the state of Oklahoma. I have a misdemeanor Assault and Battery charge from right after I ... A: Joshua~ Every place is different so I can't directly answer your question. Start wth contacting the ... | ||
| oth/firefighting | 10/28/2010 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: I was in the air force reserves for 4 years got a conditional release to join army reserves, because ... A: Jared many large departments so have residency requirements but that should not hinder you from ... | ||
| Fire resistance of sealants | 10/28/2010 | Frank Billington |
| Q: I am remodeling a room with a fireplace (a metal box inside the wood frame). I had to seal around ... A: I have to apologize, but this is somewhat outside my area of expertise. I am not familiar with ... | ||
| what major to choose in college | 10/19/2010 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: i am a freshman at CSUN and im undecided in a major. i also am taking the emt course at a community ... A: You are on the right track. I would suggest a degree in either personnel management, business ... | ||
| Firefighting requierments | 10/10/2010 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: is there anything that I can do as a person in grade 9 that will help me become a firefighter A: At your age I would suggest keeping the GPA as high as possible . Stay in reasonably good physical ... | ||
| Running | 10/8/2010 | Captain Mike Grove |
| Q: I'm working towards becoming a firefighter, and am wondering if firefighters are generally required ... A: Wes: I cannot speak for every department but I will tell you that I have never heard of any ... | ||
| certification | 10/7/2010 | Dominick G. Kasmauskas |
| Q: I'm going through the fire Academy but am not us citizen i do have green card can i still get my ... A: Abbas~ Congratulations on attending a fire academy! Usually this question comes up at the time of ... | ||
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Questions relating to but not limited to:
**Firefighter Entry Exams
**Education Requirements
**Physical Agility Testing
**Interview Process
**Scenario Testing
**Todays Emergency Medical Services
**Incident Response
**Apparatus Function
**Station Life
**Scene Management
**National Incident Management System.
I possess the ability and willingness to assist those who may be or have family members seeking a future in the fire service or anyone seeking general information relating to promotional opportunities, general fire safety or any other similiar topics.
I have 31 years of full time experience with the city of Overland Park, KS fire department.
Experience
32 year veteran with the City of Overland Park Kansas Fire Department.
Overland Park,a large suburb of Kansas City, Missouri, is the second most populous city in Kansas with a population of 166,000
http://www.opkansas.org
Overland Park ranks as one of the most progressive departments, as well as cities, in the United States. In 2006 CNN/Money Magazine ranked it 6th on it's "100 Best Cities to live in the United States". A recent 2007 article by National Geographic Magazine lists Overland Park as one of the top 50 US destinations.
Our department seems to grow daily and currently staffs approximately 160 paid fire and EMS personnel covering 69 square miles of territory with five stations. Our training facility is nothing less than state of the art with live computer controlled burn props on several floors of it's five story tower. A recently added Command and Control Center has added a new dimension to our regional wide response to large incidents.
I currently carry the rank of Captain/EMT. To this day I totally love my job and department as well as those individuals I work with. My family members include three brothers in the fire service as well as three in law enforcement. My father was a fire chief with a midwest fire department before he retired after 32 years of service.
I am willing and able to answer questions on any fire/EMS related subject you may have. I can help with questions related to entry level testing as well as the physical agility and the interview process. I will do my best to answer any and all questions to your satisfaction in a timely manner.
Education/Credentials
Associates of Applied Science in Fire Science
Firefighter I/II/III Certification / Kansas University
Fire Instructor I / Kansas University
Emergency Medical Techician Certification
Fire Officer I Certification / Kansas University
HazardousMaterials Recognition and Identification
Scene Safety Officer Certification / National Fire Academy
Incident Command System / National Fire Academy
Incident Management System / University of Missouri, Columbia
National Incident Management System Certification / National Fire Academy
Command and Control of Target Hazards / National Fire Academy, NFA Company Officer response to Terriosm Incidents
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