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Justin Schorr

Justin Schorr is a rescue captain for the San Francisco Fire Department, where he has served as a field paramedic and a firefighter, a field captain and an administrative captain. He is ARFF-qualified and oversees EMS response for San Francisco International Airport. Schorr spent 25 years in the fire service and is experienced in rural, suburban and urban firefighting as well as paramedicine. He runs the blog The Happy Medic.

LATEST ARTICLES
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Fire-EMS
Why firefighters and medics stage
Unless our patient is carrying a holster or a sign that says, “I have a gun,” I’m not likely to notice it
October 14, 2016 05:04 AM
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On Duty
Firefighting problems put the problems at home in perspective
The uniform tries to hide all the problems, frustrations and disappointments we‘re feeling inside and project a clean, crisp, tough exterior
October 14, 2016 05:04 AM
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Family & Home
What to expect when marrying a firefighter
We are a stubborn breed, but manage to get home safe far more often than not
October 14, 2016 05:04 AM
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On Duty
Things a probie firefighter needs to know
You’ll need the right equipment, attitude and plenty of tips and tricks to get you ready
October 14, 2016 05:04 AM
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Firefighting Equipment
Hey probie, here’s the gear they don’t issue you
Many of those tools, gadgets and devices are not standard issue and can even be made at home
October 14, 2016 05:04 AM
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Fire Careers
How to be a better firefighter candidate
There are no trick question answers or secret handshakes that will land you on a fire department; it takes preparation, planning and work
October 14, 2016 05:04 AM
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Career
Are you ready to be a firefighter?
The day you know you are ready to become a parent is a few months after your first child is born; the same is true for firefighting
October 14, 2016 05:04 AM
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Fire Careers
5 summer wardrobe tips for the active firefighter
These fashion tips won’t leave you Fonzie cool or bucket of ice in front of a fan cool, but they will keep you looking good when it counts
October 14, 2016 05:04 AM
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Firefighter Health: Mind, Body & Spirit
5 easy tips for a healthy flight
Whether its a firefighter training class or a family vacation, you don’t want to do it sick; here’s how to put the odds in your favor
October 14, 2016 05:04 AM
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Career
4 social media truths every firefighter must know
Follow these steps to be safe and successful when sharing
October 14, 2016 05:04 AM
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