A new Firefighter's organization

[CaptainGonzo]

I think it's time for a new firefighters organization...the IACOJ... short for

International
Association
of
Crusty
Old
Jakes

Membership requirements are as follows:

* An appreciation of the job, respect for those who did the job while you were still in diapers and the sacrifices made by those who preceeded us.

* A willingness to honor the past, think outside of the box, challenge the future, train and learn new stuff (in other words....building more crust! :D)

* A willingness to take the next generation under your wing and show them the true path to firefighting enlightenment...making them "pup proof"

* A dislike for "mutts".

* A love of leather helmets! :D (it's okay if you don't have one, ya just gotta love them! :D)

* Doing your time as a "lower than whale scat probie" without complaints or regrets.

* Crawling down a long, smokey hallway with zero visibility.

* Knowing what it's like to be on the other side of an opposing hose stream.

* Working together to make the job better rather than fight among each other!

* Respecting each other in the true spirit of brotherhood/sisterhood.

:D PS: you don't have to be crusty and old to join...just be willing to make the transformation! :D

[enginecappy]

Where do I send my dues?

[JayTL]

Excellent Gonzo - No Roberts rules of orders?:D

[PuffyNPFD]

Hey Gonz, sign me up brother!

[leatha4eva]

you accept probies?

steve

[DaSharkie]

I only have a shell that will crack when hit with a mild amount of force, not necessarily a crust. I noticed you said you don't have to be old and crusty. What is the minimum amount of time to be on the job before you can join? Can I include my time in the Marines? If so I'll be crusty as Hell.

[Ltmdepas3280]

I don't mind making the job better ....but we need to fight .....other than that Im in 7777777

[rescue2bob]

I'm in. I'll take the irons if you don't mind.

[PuffyNPFD]

Give me the hook n can!;)

[SPFDRum]

If no one has grabbed the pipe, count me in...I'll take it down that long, smokey hallway with zero visibility! :cool:

[RSchmidt]

How'bout some good ol'fashioned truck work?The ONLY good thing to come of TQC.....Cross Training.And speaking 'bout long dark hallways w/zero vis-my personal favourite are those black boogers for a day or two....ahhhhhhh-it doesn't get any better!

[ChiefReason]

MMMMMMMMM! Black boogers and crust; who wants pie?
Dibs on a window seat.
Cash or check. No credit cards.

[LACAPT]

Gonzo, all the unappreciative pleebs that under me have already put me in this club.:D They have no respect or honor for those of us who have naturally made the transition, but underneath their shallow thin extererior skins they wish like hell they were one of us:p .

[Rayr49]

Count me in. Now please excuse me while I go look for my Bullard "Hardboiled" helmet, rubber coat, "Fireball" plastic gloves and black thigh high boots. I think I know where the Chemox mask is.

Capt. Gonzo, a tip of the "New Yorker" to you.

[Firediver]

Get the Ritz Crackers for those tasty black boogers. Things just go better on a Ritz. Count me in, and I got dibs on the ladder pipe.:p

[1835Wayne]

I hope its not to late to sign up as a charter member!!!:D It looks like all the good tools are taken already..... I'll bring in the shovel for overhaul!!!:) ;)

[Co11FireGal]

Sounds like a cool organization, but I don't have the certs.

I guess my job as a junior would be serving IACOJ members coffee, and washing their POVs...That is, if Captain Gonzo's Chapter is anything like the one we have here... :rolleyes:

[Ohiovolffemtp]

Count me in. I'll run on the rescue & bring the hack-saw, come-along, and porta-power. Can't find the high-lift jack.

If that's taken, I'll ride the brush truck - still have an Indian tank.

[Adze39]

I'll bring the vent tools.

[Steamer]

I'm right behind y'all. Just give me something to tear **** up with, and point me in the right direction!

Firediver:
Get the Ritz Crackers for those tasty black boogers. Things just go better on a Ritz.
I'll bet you've got a killer weight loss diet! Yack!!:eek:

[NJFFSA16]

As soon as I put the 'ol springs back in my boots and put on the fireball gloves....I'll handle the Breslin distributor!

Anyone still got those??

GONZO FOR PRESIDENT!!!

[oldE6man]

I'm in, Gonz. Let me get my cotton-jacketed 1 1/2 with brass couplings (remember rolling it after each use, taking it back to the firehouse and washing it, then hanging it in the hose tower to dry?) with the Navy All-Purpose nozzle. Oh, and the Low Velocity Fog Applicator for vehicle fires.

For advancing the hose up the fire escapes, I'll bring the ceiling and shepherd hook, too.

Thanks for the walk down memory lane (what I remember of it!!)

[captstanm1]

Gonzo... I am in...lets roll!

But I get to be the "CAN MAN"

Dues?

[Bones42]

Don't want to think of myself as "old and crusty" but after seeing one of my newest members...I am. I can remember the firehouse meeting when his father announced this kid was born, now he is a member. Oh well, I still have a set of plastic "FireBalls", might as well put 'em on and use them.

I humbly submit my application.

[Lewiston2Capt]

I will reserve the right to aply for membership until I have some more time in. There are more deserving jakes on the forums who have helped me learn a thing or two.

Waiting for a few more years and a few more hallways.

[MIKEYLIKESIT]

Hangin on for dear life and waving at all the girls...

[NCFiremedic]

Like Lewiston2Capt I will have to reserve my membership for a later date. Still to young to say I have any "Crust" and there are far more that deserve it before me. My I help in a support/Rehab section? For I do respect those who have gone and are still going before me...

[RSchmidt]

Forget that mates! These ole crusty buggars need some new blood(in a respectful way-berefit of the years and years and years of service!). Grab the meter, kill the gas, ladder the windows, start venting, get the PPV blowin'-and fer Chrissakes,rookster, get your arse in there and do a search!

Being new ain't bad, forgetting how things go-how they were done-and how they need to be done-is very,very bad...Besides,hanging around all the crusty fellas day in and day out-you kinda get crusty by default....

I, as the house rookie, have the most sacred and important duty.Neither runs,ems or fire-shoveling of the apron-cleaning of the apparatus-daily drills-and any other duty,administrative or otherwise,emergent or not-shall keep me from.

Can you say "fresh pot"?

Long Live All You Crusty Old Jakes!!!

[ggtruckie]

need a roof man ?????

I got the saw and the roof hook.

[TailboardJockey]

I've got dibs on the tailboard!

http://www.gamingforyou.co.uk/mysmilies/otn/realhappy/yl2jump.gif

[hfd66truck]

Gonzo,

2 days away and look what I missed. I'll change your guys bottles if you let me join. :D Hell somebody has to, and with the names signed up it would be a privledge. (Just as long as you let sneak in once in while0

Dave

[dz]

Sounds like you miss being a real fireman. Sign me up!!!

[pres41]

Count me In, but since all you other crusty old jakes have all the tools and handlines, guess I will have to stay at the pump panel and give you water.:D

[AVFD25]

Captain Gonzo,

This is truly a distinguished group :) However, in the interests of firefighter safety and in keeping with OSHA's "2-in, 2-out" rule, I'd gladly take dibs on one-half of the back-up team outside! Count me in....

[firecat1524]

Since the youngins around my fire station hate to hear the stories about steel air cylinders,feeling the heat on your ears in the pre-flash hood days, laying duals, freezing your behind off on the tailboard, gasoline engines with straight pipes on the apparatus, and all...I guess I better join so SOMEBODY will appreciate my old war stories. Count me in.

[DKelly]

I guess I'm just 2/3 crusty , black snot-cicles were a few years before my start (but brass couplings and nozzles weren't) :D

Anyway, I'll take a spot on that hoseline anytime! (Hell,someone's gonna hafta do the grunt work with all you tool-bearin' heroes runnin' around :D )

[truckman38]

i'm still forming my crust but i will take the plug i you will let me:cool:

[RyanEMVFD]

looks like everyone is fighting over who goes in the smokey house first. count me in.

[bke]

Any old war stories you want to tell, I'll listen.. My mother has always told me I was born an old man :D ! No offense to those of you who fit that title, I've got a lot of respect for ya :D !

Send me where ya want me!

[Temptaker]

I'll stand on my head in the corner if it means that I can listen and learn :)

[blackleather]

jones snap...riding the tailboard...cotton 1-1/2 with a navy nozzel...air pacs still in the box...duck bunker coat, aluminum helmet, fireball gloves...gota luv it!!! I am in Gonzo:D

[fieryred943]

:D Capt.

I will bring the love of the career, my dishpan hands,open ears & eyes and a few good recipes to cook for you. And of course a smile on my face for everyday I get up in the morning to go to work.

Where do I sign up?

Cheers,

Red

[engine391]

Hey Gonzo......you can count me in!!!

[Jolly Roger]

Count me in! I haven't seen anyone claim the tiller seat yet, so I will stake a claim for the tiller seat.

Always a leatherhead!

[mongofire_99]

Looks like all the tools have been doled out so I'll just do my part and drag the line for AFF and D Kelly. (Don't make me push.)

But!

I can bring the dames to the social functions...

Mason Marconi and Tylene Buck and others of their type OK with you guys?

[Capt2103]

Count me in, if I can be on the nozzle that's at the end of that long smokey hallway:D

[Dickey]

HEY CAP!!!

I would love to take the irons or the can or the knob but I'm sure a Cheesehead like me will be bumped by you east coast guys who have forgot more than I ever will know. Hell, I'll be happy to clean the head as long as I get to hang out, listen and learn from the crusties!
I make a mean pot of bean juice! I understand the real deal here.

I respect the old school boys! I wanna be like you someday :D
__________________
Lt.Jason Knecht
Altoona Fire Rescue
Altoona, WI

[Firefighter631]

Cap,

I;m in as long as i can hang out in the corner and listen to the crusties talk about the "old days"



One more thing,


Can I bring my rookie rope? :D :D :D

[N2DFire]

Well being in the "Under 30 Crowd" (for at least 5 more months *L*) but still being one of the top 5 persons in my Dept. (in terms of years of Service) I will quietly & respectfully take my place somewhere in rehab.

(After all - Somebody has to look after all you "Old Guyz" :D )

[resqb]

Count me in!!!!!

I'll ride in that too small jumpseat, in the cab without a roof.

Then, I'm taking a halligan and searchin' the floor above that smoky, snotty hallway. I'm gonna trust my brothers to knock the fire quickly since they're taking that lil' ol hose. :D Wahooooooo!!!!!

[AVFR452]

WOW!! What a crew, COUNT ME IN!!!!!!

Just point me to a job and let me go! The between-run station house banter with this crew would be PRICELESS!

Stay Safe,

Jim

[emsbrando]

Gonzo:

I'm all bunkered up, let's go. Sign me up brother.

Ed:D

[Capt2103]

:rolleyes:
It seems I've made a mistake, I didn't know this was a club for the ancient;) (just kidding). So I will back down off of that nozzle and just be happy to be on any scene, doin any job that comes along, you know something like IC, I mean let's face it with all the knowledge there I would have the easiest job on the scene:D .

Much respect!!!!!!!!!!!!

[rescue2bob]

Someone mentioned bunker gear. I don't think so. It will be shoes for me with the short coat. Just a light and chock in the pocket.
bob g R2

[Grit76]

Chet!! Marco!! Reel line!!!!!!!!!!!!

Soon all I'll be good for is driving the canteen, so I can put my chauffer years to some use.

I'll suck all the jelly outta them donuts so you can fill 'em with your black boogies.

See ya on the chow line.

[SRFD3114]

Sign me up. Willing to do any job not already assigned.

Listen and Learn.

Steve :D

[BGFD21]

Count me in,

I'll take the young guys for a back up, Some ones got to be there when all you old guys get tired. Just kidding. You need a slogan.

IACOJ - Older than dirt and twice as ugly!

[AFD368]

Capt., Can we get all the young, new guys together and tell our stories about when we didn't use or have airpacks? Bring in our pull up boots for show and tell? Transformation is a hell of a thing, especially when you realize how much things have changed in the last thirty years.

Everyone should be proud of the FF's before us, the FF's now, and the FF's still to come. Its not a job for everyone, and everyone who chooses it has to be special.

All the posts prior to mine have taken most of the good jobs, so sign me up and tell me what's left to be done. I'll take whatever job is left.

[GENAFIRE]

lol....Sounds like a good idea but I think you should add a couple things:
*have worked on a Brushfire all day long sweating your ass off hiking up and down the mountain with a load on your back weighing more than you do,for 8 hours or more straight/when nightfall arrives and the temperature drops about 30 degrees(and you freeze your butt off)-not to mention the fact you didnt get lunch and by the time your crew hikes down off the hill all of the Engine companies sitting in staging ATE ALL THE DAMN FOOD!
Maybe then they would respect the Wildland Firefighters more too..but its just a thought...
lol.......
Gen

[Steamer]

I've had my share of that kind of firefighting, and you can have it. I've got all the respect in the world for you folks. They pretty much fixed any desire I had to fight wildfire when I was told on one of my last woodland fires to be careful because they had seen a lot more poisonous snakes out than they had seen in a long time, and that the fire was making them aggressive.

They haven't seen aggressive until they come within my reach with a Brush Axe. I don't like snakes even a litle bit! I'm just glad that my area doesn't cover any wildland area...yet.

[old timer]

O.K. Capt. since my screen name justifies me as being there in the age bracket I would respectfully request permission to come aboard sir, maybe on those wildland fires we may get I could carry the Indian tank, rake, paddle, or hell I'll carry your radio if ya let me.



KEEP DOING IT FOR THE RIGHT REASONS!!!!!!!

[GENAFIRE]

SNAKES ARE NOTHING! LAST SUMMER I WAS ON A FIRE IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA,THE SEQUOIA NATIONAL FOREST;AND WAS CHASED OFF THE HOSE LAY BY A BIG ASS BEAR! THIS WOULD BE SCARY ANYTIME,BUT AS LUCK WOULD HAVE IT I WAS HAVING MY "WOMANLY TIME",AND HAD A POCKET FULL OF CANDY AND MY LUNCH IN MY BACK PACK.....
LOL.......
I GUESS YOU COULD SAY I WAS WALKING
~BEAR BAIT!!!!!!~
GEN

[firefighter26]

Well I am not as "crusty" as some of the grizzly Veterans who have already signed up, I do believe I bring young blood and determination to the organization.

Therefore I respectfully submit my Application in the hopes that I get assigned to the Highway Rescue where I will do my best to "pop" doors and remove roofs. Damn I love cutting cars. I noticed no one has taken up the Jaws, I prefer the combie-tool myself.

[superchef]

Captain Gonzo

Although I am not a firefighter, I would like to submit my request to join your crew as chef. Someone has to keep all of you fed and happy. :D

To be able to listen and learn from such a distinguished group would be an honor and a privledge.

[CaptainGonzo]

I was wondering when someone was going to volunteer to do the cooking! Just let us know how much the meal will be and be sure to ring the bell when dinner's ready...

Firefighters who are hungry have a hard time finding their way through the flames!

To everyone else...welcome!

[AFD368]

Quite an idea you have there to be the Chef for this new organization, BUT...... do your recipes qualify as "Hearty" and "Spicy" enough ? (or is this reply the basis for a new thread?)

[superchef]

Captain Gonzo

The honor would be mine sir. The only cost would be that you share your knowledge and wisdom with me.

AFD

The receipes most certainly do qualify. :D

[1835Wayne]

Wow! We are going to have to elect a president for our organization. We are getting pretty big!

I nominate Capt Gonzo for President!!!!:D :cool:

[Steamer]

Second!!

[shammrock54]

While your electing, can my application be accepted. You can always use another college student/FF around.

[WFDjr1]

Sir, asking permission to join this group, even though nowhere close to crusty, but still loving to hear the stories! Since I can't enter a working structure fire yet, I could do forcible entry. Who needs all those irons when you have one of the most powerful size 13 boots in the county behind you?:D :D :D

[PyroSlayer]

At this time, I wish to humbly submit my application to the I.A.C.O.J.

While not old, or particularly crusty, (30 with 5 years in the fire service) I would love the opportunity to learn from the truly old, crusty Jakes among us. With my relative lack of age & experience, I believe I would be well qualified for any of the following positions:

Cleaning the kitchen, washing dishes for SuperChef; Latrine duty; Washing trucks; rolling and loading hose; filling air bottles; cleaning bunker gear; supplying ice cream; etc.

I would be honored to provide these services in exchange for the opportunity to crawl down the long smoky hallway with the Crusty Old Ones.

[DENNIS1975]

captain gonzo or president I would be honor if you would except me as a member
I made the old but I can learn from the best. it looks like all the great jobs are taking and that's OK. I can repair things and push paperwork.
thank you
broken down fireman

[Man-o-fire]

I'm in and I qualify in all respects. 21 1/2 years and still goin strong. I hope there is still room on the tailboard, cause my best memories predate jumpseats (in our department).

Wonder how many can remember drivers who gingerly drove the front wheels over the curb then put the pedal to the medal, slammin the tailboard jockeys.

I never wanted in the cab and still don't! When I die they can tie my box to the tailboard, back me up to my favorite fishin hole and the trip to heaven will be that much shorter,

:D :D :D

[LT1/101]

Wow, this is quite a Crew!!

Gonzo, how about a girlie?!? If you don't mind- count me in! Although I am not crusty yet, only 7 years so far, but give it time!

FDNY- we will never forget 9-11

[kyffmedic]

How about a kid from the hills of Kentucky. I cant offer anything but maybe an accent all you Norhtern guys and gals sure would get a kick out of.

[LadyCapn]

After 15 years I think I might qualify.....but please, no more talk about black boogers on crackers:eek:

[BUGGY5632]

I would also like to join. I think you need someone to keep the parade carriage clean and the kerosene lamps full. I started out riding on the tailstep, pulling 2 1/2" bullcock hose with brass couplings, I did salvage with old canvas tarps that were dated in the 20's. Hell, we even got a 1957 American LaFrance still in service, we got a museum on wheels.

Seriously, I have 13 years in the fire service, I have been a dispatcher for 10 of those. I have nothing but love for the cameraderie and the tradition of being a firefighter. Thank you for your consideration! Leather forever (I got 3 of 'em!)


Buggy
FTM-PTB-EGH-RFB-911-FDNY:D

[CJMinick390]

Captain Gonzo, I would also like to apply for membership in I.A.C.O.J. I've been chasing the "big red trucks" since I was about five years old (ever since my dad told me stories about being an ARFF in the Marines during the Korean War) when my town's volunteer company ran open cab Seagraves and a BRUCO squad. Grew up, went to college and got an engineering degree. Moved to the suburbs of the "big city" and joined the local volunteer fire company. Been there for 18 years now with a short period of inactivity when I started a family.

I've seen my share of fire, got banged up (minor) a few times, served as an ALS provider and EMT for awhile 'til the requirements to keep certifications became overwhelming time wise. Still certified as a First Responder, Firefighter II (IFSTA standard), current with HazMat Operations, and serve as a Structure Specialist for the Maryland Task Force One FEMA USAR team. Still wash the trucks, sweep the floors, check the equipment on the rigs at least once a week, and try to pound some sense of duty, knowledge, and tradition into the new generation (sometimes they make me feel very old). Would love to have a leather helmet, but the family budget won't allow it, so I use a traditional fiberglas. Hope this qualifies me to be a member. I certainly do enjoy the comments and knowledge shared by the members. I might be able to make some limited contributions as well.

[Drewbo]

I don't got a crust yet, but a gooie film covers me, it might harden soon... So we are going to use smoothbores, right? I'll bring the one piece of equipment that all you guys are letting behind. I'll grab the cellar nozzle. You going to need something to initiate the FNG's with. LaTEr...

[Halligan]

:p Count me in. This sounds like the best organization since I joined F.A.R.T.'s (Fraternal order of Ambulance and Rescue Technician's).:D :cool:

[firefighter_632]

Count me in! I may be new to this...but I bring a love for the job and an intensity to learn. Just point me to where you want me (yes I do hazmat!).

[Rescue21D]

Count me in Capt Gonzo. Since nobody has offered to drive that old double clutchin' manual transmission, two stage pumper, I'll do it for you. Yep, it's got a dual lay 2 1/2" hose bed and the red snake on the top. Pre-air horns, just the Q and a bell. Let's get to work.....:p

[truck6alpha]

Ahh- the thread to sign up on. Does twenty-two years on the job and being the officer on the only tiller in South Carolina count? I'll bring rope (but not the hemp stuff I started on, too many rookies were rolling it up and smoking it and we could never find a length longer than 50 feet):D

The memories flood back to me now...doing reports on paper, demand valves, wood sheave pulleys, mousing,...I feel like a probie again.

Count me in brothers.

[hfd66truck]

Truck 6,

Sounds good to me......can I tiller sometime?

LMAO at your signature.......been there once or twice. (Usually after a night "out" in college....but thats another story)

Dave

[huxbar]

sign me up, asa new person on the boards but 13 years of learning expeirence.I think that a crust is starting to form:D

[tanker5117]

Sign me up. I have a total of about 10 years fire fighting and 20 in the military. Hope this counts.:D

[Engine3Jake]

Years ago a Brookline, Massachusetts truckie friend of mine welcomed me to the full-time world of professional firefighting by making me recite a "COMBAT JAKE" creed he made up on the spot. Later on I had written most of it out on paper. It was pretty good from what I remember, I hope to find it and post it some day.

[MFDExplorer51]

one question: can Explorers with no crust at all join?:D

[wsfiremn]

That's right ladies and gentlemen ...... I'm here and I humbly submit my application to this fine orginization. There is truly wisdom within these pages and I am glad to see some old friends. (For those who are thinking it obviously I'm not dead or anything else.;) )

Gonzo....you da' man!:cool:

LadyCapn....where's FireMe? I thought for sure he'd be in this "organized chaos".

I'll take the 24 volt sawzall and 6 volt hand lantern and my 3/4 black coat with corduroy collar and meat you all there. (I'll be the one on the tailboard of the canopy cab 78 ALF still smokin, grunting, and rollin, with it's unsychronized 5 speed!!! Grunt here.)

I am still reading the various other threads on these pages so give me some time to catch up on the history.

Long live the CRUST!:D

wsfiremn
Double Duece
Leather Forever

[CW7704]

Heh, where do I sign up? Been trying to get a FOOLS Chapter for our Area and havent had any luck.

[MalahatTwo7]

Well, I have been in and out of the Forums for over a year and a half now, and with my dept for just two years. Most of my firefighting experience is 5 years onboard navy ships and 15 years total military time, but the concepts are the same.

I therefore humbly make formal application for memebership into the IACOJ. I promise to serve to the best of my abilities, and to support my fellow brothers and sisters of the Fire Service.

[gfdtrk4]

I heald out as long as I could.....

I give!

I meet the requirements, and I want in......please.

I'll do what needs to be done.....but, don't give me the nob!
I will show the "Engine Guys" where the fire is, then.............I'll be above the fire floor, on the fire escape or the roof.

FTM
Ron

[dmsmith]

I have put this off for far too long,

15 yrs Paid on Call expericence, 9 as an officer,
22 yrs Army (and still counting),

I humbly submit myself for initiation :D

[captstanm1]

:(Must be suffering from oldtimers disease!

Somewhere I thought I had submitted my resume or been contacted to join this organization and all this time I was thinking I was in. But I can not see where I sent the President my resume.

Here:

January 1971 joined as a junior firefighter at age 13 (44 now..u do the math)
January 1974 atage 16 had more training than some of the senior members and myself and a group of juniors were cut loose to fight fire
July 1979 Became a career firefighter (still volunteered)
1980-1999 served as some sort of officer in my volunteer company including driver, Lieutenant, Captain & Training Officer and Chief (1987 and 88)
1984 promoted to driver/acting officer in career department
1987 Promoted to Lt. in career job
1988 Training Lt in career job
1989 Promoted to Captain (also served as acting Battalion chief rest of my career)
1997 Became a Hazardous Materials Specialist
1998 Went to work for Federal fire department on military base as a Firefighter EMT
1998 Went from GS5 to GS6 (Sergeant)
1999 GS6 to GS8 (Captain)
Late 1999 Wild Bill Clinton closed the base and I could not get reappointed due to my age
1999-2000 Hasardous Materials Response and Recovery Company
2000-Present Firefighting Equipment and Training Consultant
2001-Present Volunteer Firefighter in Florida (currently a Volunteer District Chief)
Also worked a part time job in Virginia teaching Fire Classes for the Department of Fire Programs for about 15 years.

[Ladder8]

Let's see....


Been a Firefighter/EMT for over 13 years now, most of it as a Truckie... although I have spent time on Engines too...

Been reading this Forum since it started, and finally registered!

Be safe y'all!

Ladder 8

[NJFFSA16]

Fellow Crusties....having viewed the resume of captstanm1

AND, knowing he is from the beautiful Sunshine State of Florida,

WHEREAS, he has exhibited the warmth and charm expected from the highly respected Southern Division of the IACOJ...

I hereby nominate captstanm1 as the IACOJ Minister of Southern Comfort

Hear YE, Hear YE....what say all? Captstanm1 seeks his call!

[hfd66truck]

I'll second that nomination.

Any discussion?

[PuffyNPFD]

None!- Give the gentleman from the sunshine state the respect he deserves!!!

I also am sponsoring the following applications: gfdtrk4 and Malahat Two-7.

[bfpd36]

I think I caught the same thing captstanm1 has. I could have sworn I applied once before...

Here's my resume:

1989 Joined VFD
1990-1993 worked as an emt at the county ambulance dist.
1993-1995 worked as a deputy sheriff (i know big mistake!) :)
1995-1998 industrial firefighter for a major car manufacturer
1998-present 911 dispatcher (the money was too good to pass up!)

On my VFD, I have worked my way from probie/pup to currently, Deputy Chief (2nd in command).
Also 2nd Trustee of the "Gateway FOOLS"

I was the first in the district to break away from the norm and bought myself a traditional helmet (Cairns 880) now I wear a leather and I will never go back! I believe in the "brotherhood" and am currently teaching our "pups" what that means.

[UAF]

This is my application for membership. I'm old enough to be a crusty, and dedicated enough, even if my years in the fire service aren't many. I believe the following incident proves it.

I was sound asleep in bed. The tones went off, I jumped into my gear and ran for the garage, got in my POV and headed for the station. However, my pager wasn't making any noise-- there was no radio traffic. Maybe it was the battery door. I drove past the captain's house-- his car was still in the driveway. So, when I went past the EMS Director's, was hers. Finally I got to the point where I had a view of the App Room. The engine was still in the station, doors closed. I picked up my Minitor-- still no radio traffic. The battery door was shut. I drove to the station-- maybe there weren't any chauffeurs on, and the resident "kids" had taken the 4x4. Nope. All asleep in their little beds.

I'd dreamt the tones.

[LtDPSJFD]

While not exactly a crusty by age, I qualify based on a respect for the traditions of those that have gome before me and shown me the ropes.

I can also engineer a 1950's vintage Ahrens-Fox Quad (with an open cab and plenty of tailboard to ride on).

[CaptainGonzo]

I am looking for a vote to purchase a new "crustometer"...I am pleased to say that we have worn out the old one....

Will someone please make and second the motion?
:D

[PuffyNPFD]

I'll second that!!:D

[captstanm1]

I am humbled by the position for which I was nominated by my astute (spelling?) friend from NJ...(NJFFS_A16 for those who could not figure that one out). I gladly accept and am pleased to join a group such as this old hard nosed bunch.

Mr. President...I am in favor of the new "crustometer." Would you like to me to attempt to secure you pricing through my Fire Equipment consulting company....?? or...is that a conflict of interest?:D

[NJFFSA16]

El Presidente....Is our secretary supposed to file these applications as they are posted or what? We seem to be a little behind (no pun intended) in acting on them!!

Crust is a Must!

Duh...who is our secretary?:rolleyes: ;)

[CaptainGonzo]

Captstanm1
No conflict of interest...the IACOJ is a privately held organization.

Another question...the m1 at the end of your forum name...is that your FD radio designation to identify you on the air? It just happens to be mine!

[captstanm1]

Captain Gonzo

No....My radio designation is Dc28A2 ...(dont ask!!:rolleyes: )

The M = 1st initial of my last name
1 = used to be captstanm@****.com and changed accounts so just added the "1" to keep it close.

Thats my story and I am sticking to it!

Cash or charge for the "Crustometer"?:D D/C or A/C???? or gas powered?:eek:

[CaptainGonzo]

Crustometer payment: I was hoping that we could get one donated... the security, food and liquor costs for 26's bachelor bash have seriously impacted the IACOJ ca$h flow!

Since the IACOJ is non profit any donation can be written off on taxes. ;)

When all else fails, use plastic! :D

Bi-power is fine...not that there's anything wrong with that! A gas powered crustometer would be a tad too bulky to cart around.

[hfd66truck]

Crust-o-meter issue has been handled. All candidates will have to pass by Motown. If he does not rip their heads off, then they will be deemed crusty enuf. Never let it be said that the BMI can't improvise, adapt and overcome. Oh yeah, Adze will be in charge of the cleaning up after those who don't pass the test.

Dave

[Adze39]

Originally posted by hfd66truck
Crust-o-meter issue has been handled. All candidates will have to pass by Motown. If he does not rip their heads off, then they will be deemed crusty enuf. Never let it be said that the BMI can't improvise, adapt and overcome. Oh yeah, Adze will be in charge of the cleaning up after those who don't pass the test.

is that a good thing or a bad thing? and if Mo doesn't cleanly rip someone's head off, can I finish the job?

[ChiefReason]

"Ripping" heads off? Are you guys crazy? Certainly there is a tool for that! Maybe a 3-iron?
If all else fails, make them listen to Barry Manilow music. There head will explode!;)
Dust or crust; know the difference.

[hfd66truck]

I think Motown prefers the "hands on" method.....:D :D :D :D

[CW7704]

Ok...here is my application.

Joined my busy, urban, ghetto VFD in 1992.
Bought my first Leather Lid upon graduation of Recruit class.

Qualifications:
Firefighter I
firefighter II
EMT-B
Pump Operator
Aerial Operator
Qualified Tillerman
Qualified Haz-Mat technician
General Dislike for Mouthy "Pups" who have no idea what the people before them did for them.
General Dislike for anything "New" and "Progressive," because it usually means "Annoying" and "a Pain in the Ass to get dressed in"
Cried when my Department sold the Open Cab LaFrance.
Currently Serving as a Lieutenant and Driver/Operator.

I know my record on the forums has been tainted somewhat....but I submit my application respectfully

[tanker5117]

To all members, here is a T-shirt for consideration. I hope this simple shirt will meet with your aproval.

[FireCougar]

College Student/Vollie FF here.

Just wondering, IACOJ members, if there's a need for a historian to nail all these tidbits and whale stories to the ground?

Yeah, the two year rook over here in the corner may be young and stubborn, but he does know pumping and driving, so give him a chance... if nothing else he'll keep the axes and saws sharpened and can serve as a punching bag when things get slow
;)

So here's the needed info:

Years in Fire Service: 2

Firefighter 1
Pump Operator
Haz-Mat Operations
USFS Red Card
ARC First Aid & CPR Instructor
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America

I drive a c. 1980 Mack Fire Engine with a 2000 GPM Waterous Pump. No jake brake on it, but I do have 150' of Cotton Jacket line w/ brass couplings that is still serviceable on it.

What I study in College? History.

So, mayhaps there's an opening for an assistant to the IACOJ Ministry of Propaganda?

Let me know guys, and thanks for being there... from all of us "pups" who want to be real firemen.

[captstanm1]

CaptainGonzo...

Sorry it took me a while to get back to ya...but after much brow beating and the discovery of some "pictures" my boss had agreed to provide the "crustometer". But I see it has been handled...At least we have a back up.

[Truckie10]

Hi there Capt. Gonzo

Hey count me in. I will bring the roof hook and babysit the vent hole.

[truck6alpha]

So have we appointed a Secretary? (I'm not interested, but maybe we could nominate someone and move forward:D )

[captstanm1]

Tanker 5117....what is on the front?


Maybe we need to open a booth and accept members at IChief's or FDIC

;)

[captstanm1]

Truck6alpha....Glad you are not interested in Secretary...I dont think you have the legs for it!:eek:

Hmmmmm Do we have one????

How about genafire or temptaker?

[hfd66truck]

I believe that Chief Reason was pro-tem until JTL came back.......anyone else remember that? Too many parties......not enough oxygen.

Dave

[tanker5117]

Capstan, actually that is the front, but I was thinking about it, and if I can find a good picture, I can put a Leather helmet on the front and move the text to the back.:)

[dfdNo9]

I be right down with my wood ladder, cotton hose
metal scoot bottle with eleaphant truck hose,
i be arriving on the back step........

[MIKEYLIKESIT]

Hey Kristen...Ever had some nice black boogers coming out your nose? How about humping a 2 1/2" ? You seem to be proud of "getting into a fight with a union officer" But have you ever FOUGHT A FIRE?

[ChiefReason]

hfd66truck:
You are correct. JTL(anyone heard from him lately?) was elected secretary and I agreed to fill in until he came back. Still waiting!

[PuffyNPFD]

JTL is still secretary with Chief Reason filling in. We'll have to wait and see what transpires. If need be, I would rather Chief Reason get it full time if JTL were unable to perform (God forbid it ever come to that!!!) However, if the vacancy were to occur I would rather see a board member (NOT ME!) promoted or someone else of rank in the organization take the position then a member appointed to fill the rank position. Just my take on the situation.

[MIKEYLIKESIT]

Did I SNEEZE?

[NJTF1Bowman]

Count me in if 22 years is crusty enough, not old enough for the Cairns Sentor Helmet But, knows what it's like to ride the tailboard, wear hip boots with a 40" long coat, and drive an open cab in the rain





Robert B.
Haddon Fire Co. #1
Going Strong since 1764

[3greyhounds]

Oh HELL YEAH, Gonzo... count me in!!

I didn't see anyone bringing the pompier ladder yet, so I've got it...

[Ohiovolffemtp]

Folks,
I don't know if I ever officially applied to the IACOJ, so here's my app. Please let me know if it shows enough crust:

1983(ish): joined my 1st volunteer FD
1984: got my FF 1-A (Ohio volunteer certification) and EMT. Rode tailboard occasionally when our reserve engine was 1st out. Remember using the demand & pressure switch on my SCBA.

1986: moved to 2nd vol FD (moved from apt. to house). Had pull-up boots briefly. In the 5 years I spent with this dept. got my EMT-Intermediate, fire inspector, & CPR instructor certs. Learned a ton about running tanker shuttles. Was an A/C & training officer for most of the time.

1991: moved to 3rd vol FD (new house, more land). Got my FF1 & 2 certs, fire & EMT instructor certs, basic arson investigation cert. Was a captain & training officer most of the time. President of co. EMS org. Partially responsible for highlighting problems with Ohio EMS agency. Steamer may remember those bad old days - maybe even read the article I wrote in the state EMS mag.

2000: moved to 4th vol FD (new house, less land - what can I say, new family and still supporting my kids). Got my medic.

Skeletons in the closet:
- I like Guiness and know where to get it on tap, but I like Christian Moerlein better.
- I've never worn a leather helmet. It's never been an option anywhere I've run.

Mr. Pres: crusty enough????

[90Truck]

ladies and gentlemen of the association-
i do humbly submit my application for membership to the IACOJ. i grew up at a firehouse (know as 'son of a chief!'). I have been a volly for a few years now and hope to go paid at the end of this year. if there's a job you need done, i'll do it. ex. engine, truck, rescue, brush, tanker, cooks assistant, janitorial, secratarial, i think i can help. also i am interested im applying for the B.M.I. i thank you for your time and concideration. matt gerhard

[Drewbo]

Captian Gonzo and IACOJ members.

Drewbo again, I brought a cellar nozzle back on page 6. But I would like to formally apply to the IACOJ. Volunteer firefighter at home and college (that is hard getting the right balance of Frat parties and Fire Training) since 1996 when I turned 18. Firehouse Forums member since April 1999 (been around these parts before it really got started). Currently a combat arms LT in the Army’s First Cavalry Division, that would make me the best candidate to kick an Al Qaeda in the a$$. But I need to get back to firefighting again (nobody told me the word office was in officer, and not wearing a leather helmet kills me), am taking more education to better prepare myself, and now FEMA classes also. Hopefully my leadership skills learned in the Army will help me lead in firefighting. Proud Pennsylvania Volunteer, saw and learned a lot, both good and bad. Hope to get paid to do it someday.

What I bring to the table; If the Cav goes to war, I’ll give one poor terrorist some payback for all our New York brothers. And I love the Penguin!

Very Respectfully, Drewbo, candidate for membership.

[Ladder8]

You wouldn't happen to be a'wearin spurs now, wouldja?

10c-86

[Drewbo]

I'm not wearing them now, they tear the hell out of my trucks floormats, but they're hanging below my Stetson.

Also I was tagged as the Battery Fire Marshal and Saftey officer... Go figure, exploit talents I guess...

Be Safe All. Drew

[FireLt1951]

Pesident Gonzo,

I have yet to put forth my resume for acceptance into the IACOJ. I respectfully submit the following resume to the acceptance committe.

1973- Joined the Detroit Fire Department, attending the Fire Academy and graduating 3rd in my class.

1973- Rewarded with my badge after 6 month probationary period

1978- Graduated with an A.S. in Fire Science

1980 Became a state certified instructor and taught at the University of Michigan Firemanship Training Center. Traveling instructor for the Michigan State Firefighters Training council and industrial firefighting instructor for privately owned firm. Total 16 years as an instructor.

1982- Graduated with a B.A. in Public Administration with specialty in Fire

1982-1984 Member Coast Gaurd Reserve as Port Security and Damage Control

1987-1991 Active adjunct instructor for the Detroit Fire Academy.

1992 Promoted to Sergeant

1999 Promoted to Lieutenent

I had the pleasure of running on the Engine, Truck and Rescue Squad over the last 30 years. RIT, Haz-Mat operations and awareness, shipboard firefighting and many other classes taken along with 30 crusty years on the front lines. Surviving many of the Devils Night fiascos, gang wars, staffing reductions, apparatus closures and making pedigrees out of more than a few pups and mutts.

My resume and qualifications are now submitted for consideration.

[CaptainGonzo]

FireLt1951....

There's no doubt to the depth of your crust...I have always considered you a member of the IACOJ!

Would you consider takin a spot in our Training Divison?

Drewbo....

Thank you for serving in our Armed Forces...and you are already considered a member of the IACOJ!

[FireLt1951]

It would be my HONOR.

[Drewbo]

Appriciate it Capt Gonzo, just didn't want to use a title without the Big Dogs nod. IACOJ in the Cav... oh Lord help us!

Be Safe all. Drew

[ChiefReason]

Drewbo:
It wasn't a penguin; it was a kiwi!

[FlyingKiwi]

:rolleyes:

[Firefighter631]

Capt Gonzo and members of the IACOJ,

I most humbly submit my application for membership in the
IACOJ. I have been in the fire service for almost 7 years,3 as
an explorer, and 4 as a volunteer. I have completed all requirements
for firefighter basic certification from my state of residence. I also fully believe in, and are proud to protect all ideals that this
great organization stands for and believes in.

If I am accecpted to the IACOJ, I would like to acquire a position in the BMI. I work for the local PD as my paying job (hopefully only until I get hired full time in October) and am competent in detention of subjects that are taken into custody by BMI field operators.


Once again I most humbly submit my application for membership into the IACOJ.






Thanks for your time



Matt

[SPIPER]

I hearby submit my application to the IAOCJ as well. After 10 years in the Army, I have been a firefighter for almost 6 years. In fact my first fire was while I was still in the Army in Yellowstone in 1987. I appreciate your consideration. Here is how I spent a day of this spring:
http://members2.photofun.com/spiper/iTOOLImageGallery/me%2Ejpg

[firemed9]

I hereby submit my application to the IACOJ. I have been in the fire service for over six years. i have a degree in Fire Science, full firefighter certifications, fire officer certifications, and am currently an EMT working on my paramedic. I have wanted to be a firefighter all my life, and wouldnt ever dream of doing anything else. I am loyal to the leather, and my community. i am currently working on my promotional exam to become lieutenant. My ambition it to work up through the ranks and become a chief officer some day.

Please accept this application, and accept me into this honorable organization.

[Weruj1]

Esteemed Prsident , fellow COJ's I humbly request to be included into this organization. It has taken me this long and two other threads to figure out on how to apply. I am a 15 year fire and EMS veteran. I have held every Officer position (but Chief) in my department and have also intructed both entities over the years.I would like to thank this fine profession for allowing me all its beneifts and learning expierences it has given me. Although I dont get to much time on the nozzle, it is by far the BEST deal in the world. Thank you for your time. J ;)

[Halligan]

Dear esteemed colleagues of the IACOJ, I hearby submit my formal application for membership:

7/27/91 Recieved my EMT (no "-B") certification. Worked for a private ambulance service.
6/92 Started as a volunteer EMT with a 911 service in Montgomery County, PA., rising to the rank of Cheif Engineer. (crust starting to form)
8/19/95-8/11/02 Accepted a possition as an EMT with the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Emergency Pediatric and Neo-natal Transport Team (long name, harder job) working beside Pediatric Critical Care RN's and Pediatricians, stablizing and transporting everything from micro-premies to severe traumas. (As of writing this resume I am spending my last night in this job...My crust in this position was getting getting to be suffocating :( ) Rule #1 in this job: children die...Rule #2 no matter how skilled we are or how fast we drive, we can't change rule #1.
2/95 Became a volunteer firefighter for Cheltenham Hook and Ladder Co.1, at the urging of my best freind. (Dark, smokey crust begining to form over the other crust)
8/13/02 Beginning work as an Emergency Dispatcher for CHOP's Transport Team (New electrifed crust beginning to take shape :D ).

I hope that membership and Crust is sufficient enough to meet your high standards.

Gratefully, Halligan

P.S. I can provide the IACOJ with all the cheesesteaks and soft pretzals they can eat. :D

[cgr911]

Hey brothers I'm new to this forum thing but I would like to
submit my application for the association. I've only been in the fire
service six years but i am one of the most aggressive firefighters around. I have great respect for the brave men and all the tradition that's come before me and would like to learn a few things from you coj's.

[Ladder8]

Hooah buddy!

Sorry about the delay in getting back to you.

[3greyhounds]

Originally posted by Halligan
8/19/95-8/11/02 Accepted a possition as an EMT with the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Emergency Pediatric and Neo-natal Transport Team (long name, harder job) working beside Pediatric Critical Care RN's and Pediatricians, stablizing and transporting everything from micro-premies to severe traumas. (As of writing this resume I am spending my last night in this job...My crust in this position was getting getting to be suffocating :( ) Rule #1 in this job: children die...Rule #2 no matter how skilled we are or how fast we drive, we can't change rule #1.

Hey Halligan, I've been there, too. Same job, but with a private service providing the transport unit back in the mid to late 70's. Too bad Rule #1 hasn't changed... I lost five in transport in one day on my last 12-hour shift... walked into the office at the end of the day and quit. Some things are too tough to handle... :(



P.S. I can provide the IACOJ with all the cheesesteaks and soft pretzals they can eat. :D

Mr. President... I will second Halligan's application based on this sentence alone!! The as yet unasked question... is delivery included??? :D:D

[Temptaker]

Sorry this is a little late in coming.. been uhhhh... tied up with other IACOJ matters. If our secretary needs a secretary, I'm up to the task, just so long as I am allowed to be sportin leather of some sort, and when the call for the Guinness goes out, I am allowed to get one for myself ;)

[Drewbo]

Halligan- Can you mail me a Philly Cheesesteak???

There is no-where in Texas that makes one right. Alot of places say they have philly cheesesteaks, but it is a lie... Luckly I'm comming home in October and will get one then (my plane flys into Philly and I already have a plan to get one from downtown).

Later All. Drew

[BUGGY5632]

There is no-where in Texas that makes one right. Alot of places say they have philly cheesesteaks, but it is a lie...

How can you ask for one of those when you got all that BBQ all over the place?!

[Halligan]

Originally posted by Drewbo
Halligan- Can you mail me a Philly Cheesesteak???

There is no-where in Texas that makes one right. Alot of places say they have philly cheesesteaks, but it is a lie... Luckly I'm comming home in October and will get one then (my plane flys into Philly and I already have a plan to get one from downtown).

Send me address via e-mail, and the cheesesteak will be on the way:D

P.S. Do you perfer Pat's or Geno's:p :D

Question to the IACOJ Leadership: May I put in my signature Minister (or Administer:p ) of Cheesesteakes and Soft Pretzals?;) :p :D

[Halligan]

Originally posted by BUGGY5632


How can you ask for one of those when you got all that BBQ all over the place?!

Buggy, if you have ever had a REAL Philly Cheesesteak you wouldn't be asking this question:D :D

Oh yeah Drewbo with or without onions?:D

[Halligan]

Originally posted by 3greyhounds


Hey Halligan, I've been there, too. Same job, but with a private service providing the transport unit back in the mid to late 70's. Too bad Rule #1 hasn't changed... I lost five in transport in one day on my last 12-hour shift... walked into the office at the end of the day and quit. Some things are too tough to handle... :(

My worst week, I lost nine kids over four nights. I took a month off and my wife (who also works @ CHOP) and I went on a long trip just driving through New England. It definetly helped to refresh both of our batteries.:)

[Adze39]

Why don't you take your food discussion to a different thread and leave this thread for IACOJ applications.

[truck6alpha]

Two posts related to food deleted. Please accept my apology.

[ChiefReason]

truckie:
No need to apologize. Adze was suggesting that the recipes go to Superchef's recipe thread. This thread is to conduct official IACOJ business in. Right, Adze?
Tempie: you volunteering to be the interim secretary's(me) secretary or the elected secretary's(JTL) secretary?
Get back to me on that one.
Chief(retired)Reason

[dfdNo9]

I would like to present the following for consideration

[Weruj1]

that KICKS A&& !!!!!!!!!!!:cool:

[Temptaker]

Chief

I am volunteering to be your secretary. I would never dream of even attempting to fill the shoes of either you or JTL.

I type 90 wpm, and keep a supply of Cold Guinness stocked ;)

dfd#9

You don't like my avatar???(I am refering to your signature line) ;)

[SPIPER]

I have a friend who makes custom vinyl decals. I could get him to make your IAOCJ emblem. If its o.k. with you. Let me know.

[FlyingKiwi]

dfd#9

What gives with the USA down the bottom, not kicking a stink but it is not just for the USA.

At least that is what I thought.

[Drewbo]

Originally posted by Flying Kiwi
dfd#9

What gives with the USA down the bottom, not kicking a stink but it is not just for the USA.

At least that is what I thought.

Kiwi- found your mistake, your looking a proposal for the USA chapter... you need to look here. Problem solved... Rock on brother.

Be Safe. Drew.

[Drewbo]

Kiwi- sorry I was so inconsiderate... you need it so you can see it, right? Hope this solves the problem.

Drew.

[SPIPER]

LMAO! Drewbo thats great. You should have used Kiwi's avatar for that.

[MalahatTwo7]

Drewbo, I really LMFAO on that one!!!! If it wasn't for my son sitting on my lap I would have been rolling around on the floor. Good form in an otherwise dreadful day, thank you! It was really well done. :D

[dfdNo9]

That would be great! I would love to get a proof!

And Just to Cearify it is for the US Chapter
other can be made as needed (no problem).

Thanks
Joe:cool:

[SPIPER]

Alright I'll e-mail it to him and see what he says.

[Temptaker]

Spiper,

Maybe you could talk to the Board of Directors about having an actual order put in for them. I believe that Kiwi posted an IACOJ patch I did earlier on the patch page, but I have no problem with it if everyone likes the one dfd#9 did for a patch or a decal. Just a thought anyway.

President Gonzo, Board of Directors what do you think?

[FlyingKiwi]

Drewbo

Thats 10 points, thanks.
LMFAO

[1835Wayne]

We need to get a patch for the International, USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand,.......... Did I miss anyone??????????

[ncfirecapt]

I would like to join this esteemed and indeed crusty organization.

Let's see, 19 years in the fire service, Got my leathers (boots and helmet),got my old black cotton duck gear in the closet, remember when the SCBA stayed in the case...(I guess air cost more then so they wouldn't let us use 'em)Still got a Bresnan nozzle on the engine got a Detroit door opener on the equipment truck (the newcomers don't know what that is I bet) and enough loyalty for my brothers to travel 12 hours on a train to go to funerals for the brothers in the FDNY (ate with E-94 & L-48 in the Bronx...them brothers can COOK.)

I respectfully submit this application and request if approved to have the honor of ringing the big bell on the way to the scene if that job ain't taken yet. (I know a C.O.J Engine has just got to have a big silver bell on the bumper)

Captain Squeak
SFD:D

[1835Wayne]

Darn right we got a bell!! Welcome to the ranks!!

[Temptaker]

Wayne,

The patch I originally did was intended as an "International" one. Perhaps if DFD would like to collaborate with me, we can come up with some patches for specific countries as well :)

Oh, I also need to know how many countries the BMI is in, we only have vehicles for the US and Canada currently. ;) Didn't get a response about the 'black ops' vehicle, so I haven't started on it yet.

[dfdNo9]

Let me know what I can do to help.

I do belive that the patches should be the same
with the different counties names on the bottom.
after all as "old crusties" id-ing the patch should
be made easy. It also would make them worth collecting.

Just my opinion thought.

[dfdNo9]

This is one style we could use.

[dfdNo9]

this is a second style that could be used for
our UK brothers.

[SPIPER]

Those are too cool! :D I'm still waiting to see how much they will cost.

[1835Wayne]

Great patches!! A good design for all the different countries. What about the International??

[Temptaker]

Wayne

We started to talk about that at the meeting, and somehow switched to shirts. Still not entirely sure how that happened :confused:

At any rate, I am not entirely sure what is going on with the patches. If someone who was at the meeting could clarify that would be great, I was trying to eat dinner in between typing, probably missed something.

[captstanm1]

I like em....shirts or patches...cool

But how the hell would we collect the money and ship them out....Seems as if it would be a nightmare!

[NJFFSA16]

Our "Minister of Transportation" would have to be summoned! Or maybe...the "Minister of Deliverance?":rolleyes:

[hfd66truck]

"Squeal. Squeal, Squeal like a pig"

[FlyingKiwi]

Cap Stan.
DFDRev has a site up that he uses to sell products such as Baseball caps etc with his Reverands patch on them, I will try to dig up the URL, as the payments are done by "plastic fantastic" online.

We could potentialy set up the same style of system.

Found the URL in the Rev's signature. www.cafepress.com/firerev

Looks good to me.

Hit the home button and have a read about them, they actually supply the finished products, as well as the money side of life. All we need to do is pick the products and send in artwork.

[Firefighter156]

Hey, is it to late to join?!?!?!

[Halligan]

Originally posted by Firefighter156
Hey, is it to late to join?!?!?!

Nope, if your crust is thick it is never to late to join:D :cool:

[dfdNo9]

Found this in the back of the fridge!

Any one want one!:)

[SPIPER]

I'll take one. That is too cool!:D :cool:

[captstanm1]

Ok Kiwi....good idea.... I have to admit...I had to read your reply 2 times. I clicked the link and thought to myself..."Self...why am I looking at Chaplain stuff and how does it relate to IACOJ?" Guess that's what I get for reading so early with only one eye open.

[dfdNo9]

First let me offer you a Curstie,
only a few left in the fridge.

The sight is to help with the idea of buying
patche, decales, ect. at a decent price. no quanities
requiered or it is a very small amaount. having
gone threw this with my dept when we (I) design the
new dept patch, it can get costly and since we dont
have a org fund this would be the way to do it. I
am investigating it further.

will let everyone know the bottom line.

Joe

[17BRIN]

I'm in!!!!

I just want to hang put in the kitchen, listening to all the Crusty's stories of how they saved the big one all by themselves, or how they rescued the entire family singlehandedly. I would be honored to wash their coffee cup, brew more coffee, serve cheffie's food to all our Crustacians. All I ask is to ride the big red screaming firetruck to every call gearing up in full pack and gear and to be able to follow you brave heros down the smoky hallways, up the stairs to the burning fires, and make sure that when I leave the building, you are right behind me, ready to go to another one!!!

If I am considered, thank you very much!!!

ps: Is hfd66truck and I the only ones from Massa, massa, massachusetts?

-Brin

[CaptainGonzo]

Originally posted by 17BRIN
I'm in!!!!

I just want to hang put in the kitchen, listening to all the Crusty's stories of how they saved the big one all by themselves, or how they rescued the entire family singlehandedly. I would be honored to wash their coffee cup, brew more coffee, serve cheffie's food to all our Crustacians. All I ask is to ride the big red screaming firetruck to every call gearing up in full pack and gear and to be able to follow you brave heros down the smoky hallways, up the stairs to the burning fires, and make sure that when I leave the building, you are right behind me, ready to go to another one!!!

If I am considered, thank you very much!!!

ps: Is hfd66truck and I the only ones from Massa, massa, massachusetts?

-Brin

Hell no... not only am I from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, but the founder and president of the IACOJ!

[17BRIN]

OH MR. PRESIDENT, I AM SO HUMBLED THAT YOU HAVE REPLIED TO ME!!!!

Please note that after I had posted I had tried to edit my post as I had remembered that you were in fact from this State!!! Please accept my apologies as I kneel before you oh gracious one.

As a probie to your organization, I will wait humbly in the corner until my mistake is forgiven!
Brin

[dfdNo9]

Have you had a crustie yet?

What do ya think.

Do you think we need a lite vesion?

[SPIPER]

WHOOPS!:rolleyes:

[Halligan]

17BRIN sure is an eager little pup, isn't he?:D :D

[17BRIN]

Eager halligan? yup. I've been on for about 10 years now, our town has an aggressive fire prevention program and we just don't get the business other cities get.

I'm not complaining though because we drill very often and it gives us the chance to improve.

Oh well, Brin

[dfdNo9]

For the BMI Division
Wear it with Pride!

[Firefighter156]

Thats awesome.

[SPIPER]

Too cool bro. How do you do that?

[1835Wayne]

OUTSTANDING!!!!!!Here's to you!!

[pwc606]

DFD, can you email that to me? pwc606@hotmail.com

I would love to have that picture printed on my wall.

Matt

[dfdNo9]

how does this look

[dfdNo9]

:eek:

[dfdNo9]

Sorry I had to bail last night but we had a storm
come threw and drop a tree into a house and start an
eletircal fire! The tree did most of the damage!

Please let me know

Thanks

[UAF]

Maybe the logo should feature a crustacean? Now, if Captn. Gonzo were from Maine, lobster would be an easy choice.

[firemangeorge]

I had a bit of time this afternoon, so I created a recruiting poster that also works well as a background for your desktop.
http://www.webpagebygeorge.com/iacoj1.gif
To view and save the full size version, click here:
800x600 (http://www.webpagebygeorge.com/iacoj800x600.gif)
Or for those with a really big one (Monitor that is):
1024x768 (http://www.webpagebygeorge.com/iacoj1024x768.gif)

To save it as wallpaper, right click on it and select "Set As Background"

Enjoy

fg

[SPFDRum]

fireman george: Now that is a cool recruiting poster...

Maybe for our BMI division, they could use something like this to label mutts;

[1835Wayne]

I love it!!

[dfdNo9]

I think enrollment will be up !! !

[CaptainGonzo]

I cannot believe the amount of talent we have in the IACOJ!

[Temptaker]

Y'all don't mind if I steal those for the explorer page do you?

I LOVE em both!

[captstanm1]

Finally a label to go with our crust.....

I can not wait to get me a T-Shirt and a patch....

[1835Wayne]

Awesome designs!

[CJMinick390]

I like. Good job.:D

[90Truck]

excelent!

[dfdNo9]

Need a helmet! Could make a great lamp ! Lmao!

[captstanm1]

I love the helmet...I will take 2

[raven911]

Check this out! Now if we could only make it into a decal....

[dfdNo9]

I did this a while back, I have adjusted it to
include all branches of th IACOJ
FF, EMT, Explorers "the E at the bottom"

[CJMinick390]

Very Nice. One of these days, we really should get some of this stuff made for the members.:D

[stillPSFB]

Geez, I ban myself from the forums for a few months as I wasn't keeping on top of my workload, and look what happens while I'm gone!

Hopefully I'll scrape inside the minimum requirements for membership - would the board please consider the following application...

1989 - 1993 - Career Industrial Firefighter doing Underground and Petrochemical firefighting
then a break while went overseas
1997 - present (except for a few small breaks) - Volunteer FF with local dept.

and seeing as everyone else has grabbed all the good gear off the engine, may I respectfully request to be let loose with the DECK GUN? (Stacked tips only of course!). If someone has already requested the DG then I'd probably better take the gas detector seeing as how I can't smell anything for S#it (me thinks that there may still be some old black boogers fouling up the works)

Respectfully yours
PSFB

[follyla]

Better late than never, I would be honored to join. Thirty four years of crust. Started 2 years before we had SCBA, lots of black boogers. I'll take the 12 foot, wooden handle pike pole.

Proud to be I.A.C.O.J.
Larry

[Co11FireGal]

I'm not quite as good at this as others, but what about the explorers??

[FF41230]

I've waited long enough. Captain Gonzo and members of I.A.C.O.J. I but in my application for this fine organization. Looks like all the other postions are taken, but i havent saw any juniors yet. So i gladely listens to all your stories and learn as much as I can.

[MikeF25]

I submit my application for admission into your fine organization.

While I only have 2 years on I have quite a bit of hose time. I have been in the smoky hallway with fire rolling over my head, and have been on highway in the rain cutting someone out. All in all I have seen my share of nasty s#!t. And have sat at work listening to calls even calls that get considered to be BS and been madder than hell that I missed it. And have a great respect for those how have went that are today and will be tomorrow.

Oh yeah if he wants the combi-tool I'll take the Jaws.

Oh yeah no leather.:(

[smurfe]

Count me in. Now please excuse me while I go look for my Bullard "Hardboiled" helmet I still have mine and my "Pre" Johnnie and Roy MSA Leather TopGaurd with the liner that is held in with a shoestring thru holes in the helmet. Yes, it came factory like this. I still use this helmet today. It was my grandads and was handed down to me. I do have to bow my head in shame as I do own a modern helmet to :( I own a Cairns 770 Philadelphia helmet:D

Smurfe:D

[AC1503]

Capt. Gonzo,

I would appreciate the honor of joining ya'll.

I'm just begining to get a good crust started. In three months I'll have been playing with the big RED trucks for 34 years.

My first helment was a WWII surplus Civil Defense Leather. Then came an Alumimum Lid, then the Tonka Toy Plastic type, now the Metro style. The old Leather is still the best of them all.

Besides the CD Leather, I can bring my Johnson pump can, Navy lantern with dry cell batteries, two 1-1/4" Underwriters Pipes, several Carbon Tet Extinguishers, and "Old Thumper" (Engine with a piston pump). "Old Thumper" was my second truck. The first had a rotary pump and no relief system.

[1835Wayne]

NOW THAT"S CRUST!!!!:eek: :eek:

[CaptainGonzo]

DD...

Consider thyself enrusted!
Welcome to the IACOJ!

[captstanm1]

Welcome DD.... Man...I think you just took my place at the top of the old **rt list....

[cschuten]

There is already an established organization holding these very same values...Keep us unified and do not recreate the wheel.
They are called FOOLS
Fraternal Order Of Leatherhead Society.
Good Luck in whatever u do.
www.foolsinternational.com

[E229Lt]

do not recreate the wheel

I rise and request clarification!!!

[FlyingKiwi]

I will stand with my Brother E229Lt, and request a clarification?

[1835Wayne]

FOOLS are fine, but CRUSTIES are TRUSTY!!!!!!!!!

[CaptainGonzo]

cschuten...

Many of the "crusties" of the IACOJ are also members of the FOOLS... if you notice, we have ftm-ptb in our signatures... it's not a reinvention of the wheel at all, just broadening the horizon for the knowledge, respect and traditions that are being hacked away by those we in both organizations call "mutts"!

[Trkco1]

I'm a proud member of both organizations.

[hfd66truck]

What he said!


:D :D :D :D

[raven911]

I guess there is a lot to be said for crusty old fools!


You can laugh now... honestly!

[1835Wayne]

So all the newbs can find us!!

[CommDiva]

I respectfully submit my application to be a member of IACOJ, Communications Division.

While I've not crawled thru smokey hallways, worn a leather helmet (I have worn leather pants, but that's a whole different story!) or been at the working end of the hose, I have put in some time at the end of the phone and radio. Listening to all the COJ's dealing with the smokey hallways and nasty extrications has given me the greatest respect for all you do. My job is to keep you safe from my end of the radio...I hope I've done well for you all.

Respectfully yours

CommDiva

[1835Wayne]

MMmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm....... ................

Leather pants.............

Tell me more!!;)

[CommDiva]

Well.....it was a dark and stormy night...oh sorry, that's another thread!

[Firegod343]

wow, I knew this was a cool organization.

President Gonzo and the elite IACOJ members,

Please accept my application for membership into your prestige's organization. I have enjoyed reading and speaking with you over the last year, and hope that my replies have at least been entertaining, if not informational.

I have 23 years in as a firefighter, the last 7 as the Training Officer. I have two three-ring binders filled with certifications and diplomas, but not one of those damn things have ever shown up on an emergency scene to help out :rolleyes: . What I can offer is this:

1) Undying loyalty to an organization and its members.
2) A great wit and the ability to look at other perspectives
3) I teach live fire training in many venues at least 4 times a
month, so the crust comes in handy.
4) Starbucks coffee to go with the Philly Cheesesteaks
5) I do have a leather helmet (it sits on a shelf because I destroyed
it in a flashover trailer)

If I may be so bold, I noticed you have yet to assign someone to the IACOJ Volcanic Rescue Team. Being from Washington State, I would love to take this on.

Awaiting your reply,

FG

[hfd66truck]

Firegod and Commdiva......send me an email from the link below.

EMAIL (husses@gis.net)

Dave

[Engine5FF]

OK OK OK...

After reading the posts of the IACOJ, and having several legal beverages in the comfort of my own home (with the pager turned off to eliminate any temptation to be on the first call of the new year) and a bit of a longing to join another group to share experiences with, I hereby submit my meager application to the august body that is the IACOJ. My experience spans fourteen years and includes military, volunteer and paid firefighting service. I am also a paramedic in an ambulance corps and a code enforcement officer. About the only things I haven't done in public safety is dispatch and police work. I collect fire truck models and other antique memorabilia. The special skill that I would hope to bring to the group is the uncanny ability to identify almost any fire apparatus just by looking at it.

Thank you for your consideration.

[MikeF25]

IACOJ,

I will once again submit my application for acceptance in
your organization.

I now have only 3 years on,

I unfortunately do not have a leather.

I have been down the smokey halls, been in the rain cutting people out of the mangled mass that was a car, I have seen the pain in peoples eyes as they watch us try to save their family members.

I have the utmost respect for this job, and I love to do it.

I offer loyalty and dedication, the willigness to learn from any of those willing to teach, and respect for those that have went before me.

Please consider my application I would be honored to be part of this organization.

Mike

[trowley]

Esteemed colleagues:

I, too would like to apply for membership among your august ranks.

I'm hardly 'truly crusty' with a mere 15 years as a firefighter and a paramedic, but I'm working on it.

I have a leather in need of repair so I'm consigned to the ranks of Tupperware-wearers for the moment.

I have traversed the dark, smoky hallways as recently as 13 hours ago.

Thanks for your consideration.

[1835Wayne]

Welcome dear sir!! E- mail me for more info.