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Self Test for Firefighters : Mental Health Part III
Tim Casey describes himself as, “a retired firefighter/paramedic, author, lecturer, public speaker and an alcoholic. As a public servant for more than 30 years, I know the hero business from the inside out, and I also know the costs of that profession; the human cost....
Hot Car Warnings Heat Up
As summer weather heats up, it’s time to think about child safety and cars. While many think it could never happen to their family, since 1998 more than 630 children have died from being left in a hot vehicle, 30 of those in 2014. How could someone leave a child in a...
Who is Your Hero?
She’s pretty, still dresses up as a princess but can also handle the stress of a lifesaving rescue or fire. Meet Katelin L., captain of a Tennessee volunteer fire company and substitute teacher. She also portrays Disney princess Elsa for children’s birthday parties...
“I Became a Professional Firefighter…” By: Tim Casey
Tim Casey describes himself as, “a retired firefighter/paramedic, author, lecturer, public speaker and an alcoholic. As a public servant for more than 30 years, I know the hero business from the inside out, and I also know the costs of that profession; the human cost....
Exciting First Responder Quotes
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Motivational Teacher Quotes
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Inspiring Nurse Quotes
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The Controversy of Assigned Seating
by Thomas Brown Next year I’ll be going into my sophomore year of high school. Throughout my eleven years of school I’ve had teachers who let us sit with our friends, teachers who assign seating, teachers who have couches for us to sit on, teachers who let us sit on...
10 Reasons to Work at California Casualty
by Thomas Brown Have you ever wondered what it might be like to work at Calcas? Have you ever thought of applying to work here? Below are some of the things we think set California Casualty apart from other companies. Celebrations Our employee celebrations have...
Hot Grilling Tips to Avoid Disaster
The mouthwatering smell of hamburgers, chicken and other grilled foods will soon start filling the air – but as Fourth of July weekend arrives (the unofficial start of BBQ season) the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is warning grillers to be careful....