Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer Since 2019
Firefighter from 2014-Present
From Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
Lives in Nevada, TX
Training Philosophy Quote: “Building confidence in self rescue allows us to excel in assisted rescue.”
Notable Experience: Dallas Fire-Rescue USAR team
Certifications:
- High Angle Rescue
- Confined Space
- Trench Rescue
- Structural Collapse
- Vehicle Extrication
- Paramedic
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since 2013
Firefighter from 1987- 2018
From Bucaramanga, Colombia, South America
Lives in Forney, TX
Training Philosophy: “Take a deep breath and keep it simple.”
Notable Experience: Former member of the Texas Task Force. Served 2 years as a Rescue Manager.
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since 2005
Firefighter from 1994 – Present
From Corpus Christi, TX
Lives in Waxahachie, TX
Training Philosophy: “Get them to the ground safely.”
Notable Experience: Active member of the Dallas Fire Department’s USAR team, Texas Task Force II, OSHA 10.
Certifications:
- High Angle rescue
- Confined Space
- Trench Rescue
- Structure collapse
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
Connor has been a TSL Trainer since 2019 and a Firefighter since 2014. He is from Nebraska and currently lives in Fate, TX.
Training Philosophy: “Mess up here, so you don’t out there.”
Notable Experience:
- Dallas Fire and Urban Search & Rescue Team
Certifications:
- Confined Space
- High Angle Rope Rescue
- Structural Collapse Operations
- Heavy Vehicle and Machinery Rescue
- Trench Rescue
- Paramedic
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
Jay has been a TSL Trainer since 2021 and a Firefighter since 2014. He is from Lewisville, TX and currently lives in Dallas, TX.
Training Philosophy: “Lift, Transfer, Lower.”
Notable Experience:
- PO2, US Navy (2008-2013)
Certifications:
- Paramedic
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since: 2019
Years of Industry Experience: 6
Where are you from: Crestview, FL
Where do you live: Frisco, TX
Training Philosophy Quote: “Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn” – Benjamin Franklin
Notable Experience:
Training Operations Manager / Senior Instructor- WorkRise Technologies
Safety and Training Manager- Harvest Energy Services
Field Service Technician I-III – Harvest Energy Services
68W, Combat Medic – US Army
Certifications:
GWO Basic Safety Trainer
GWO Basic Technical Trainer
GWO Advanced Rescue Trainer
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since 2005
Firefighter from 1999 – Present
From Van, TX
Lives in Van, TX
Training Philosophy: “The #1 reason I’m here is to help you get home safely at the end of the day.”
Certifications:
- High Angle Rescue
- Confined Space Rescue
- Trench Rescue
- Structure Collapse Rescue
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since 2017
Firefighter from 2012 – Present
From Fort Worth, TX
Lives in Fort Worth, TX
Training Philosophy: “I want my students to understand how to effect a rescue, do it safely, and keep it efficient.”
Notable Experience: Member of Dallas Fire-Rescue’s Urban Search and Rescue Team at Station 19.
Certifications:
- Certified Paramedic
- High Angle Rescue
- Trench Rescue
- Confined Space Rescue
- Structure Collapse Rescue
- Vehicle Extrication
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since 2005
22 Years in the Telecommunications Industry
From Honolulu, HI
Lives in Frederick, MD
Training Philosophy: “My philosophy of teaching safety and rescue has evolved over several years of teaching experience.
My mission as an instructor:
- To provide a positive learning environment that sparks learner’s interest and enthusiasm.
- To provide a simple, hands on approach to learning, giving the student a strong foundation on which to build his or her skills.
- To provide immediate feedback through both classroom assessment and practical application.”
Certifications/Experience:
- OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer
- Structural Welding-Steel
- AHA-CPR/First Aid
- NWSA- Subject matter expert/ TTT-1 & TTT-2
- 3-TV Antenna Helicopter Picks
- The Crosby Group- Heavy Rigging
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
Mark has been a TSL Trainer since 2021 and a Firefighter since 2004. He is from Phoenix, AZ and currently lives in Dallas, TX
Training Philosophy: “Is it safe? Is it effective? Is it efficient? Safe and effective are paramount. Efficiency comes with experience and repetition.”
Notable Experience:
- Dallas Fire Rescue, Technical Rescue/ Urban Search & Rescue Team since 2005
- Member of the Texas Task Force Two for 13 years
- US Navy & Reserve 24 years
Certifications:
- Master Firefighter & Paramedic
- Confined Space
- High Angle Rope Rescue
- Structural Collapse Operations
- Swift Water
- Trench Rescue
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since 2014
Firefighter since 2001
From Jefferson City, MO
Lives in Flower Mound, TX
Training Philosophy: “If you understand theory of why things work, no problem will be too large. Learn how it works, just not why it works.”
Notable Certifications/Experiences: TX-TF2 Squad Office, Texas Fire Instructor
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since 2011
Firefighter from 2000 – Present
From San Antonio, TX
Lives in Wylie, TX
Training Philosophy: “Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.”
Notable Experience: Current Helicopter Rescue Specialist for Texas Task Force I
Certifications:
- Rope Rescue Instructor
- Confined Space
- Swiftwater Rescue
- Vehicle Rescue
- Trench Rescue
- Structural Collapse Rescue
- Haz Mat
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since 2017
Firefighter from 2011 – Present
Lives in Weston, TX
Training Philosophy: “I never want my students to just memorize steps to perform a specific scenario. I want my students to be able to apply their skills and knowledge of the equipment to perform in every scenario.”
Notable Experience: Member of Dallas Fire Department Urban Search And Rescue team at Station 33, Served as Team Leader in the 3-124 CAV Long Range Surveillance Detachment. Texas Task Force II Medical Specialist. Licensed Paramedic.
Certifications:
- Technical Search & Rescue
- High Angle Rescue
- Confined Space Rescue
- Structural Collapse Rescue
- Vehicle Rescue
- Trench Rescue
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since 2017
Firefighter from 1995 – Present
From Fort Worth, TX
Lives in Frisco, TX
Training Philosophy: “Train until it becomes second nature.”
Notable Experience: Active member of the Dallas Fire Department’s USAR team & Texas Task Force.
Certifications:
- Multiple certifications in Urban Search & Rescue
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
Trainer since 2016
From Sweetwater, TX
Lives in Coppell, TX
Training Philosophy:
“Failing to prepare, is preparing to fail.”
Experience:
Wind Power – 8 years
OSHA-AWEA Alliance
Gear Failure Analysis
Combined Cycle Power Gas and Steam – 4 years
Level 2 Thermography
Tech Safety Lines Technical Operations Manager and Trainer – 6 years
AWEA / Clean Power Committee Member
AWEA EHS Training and Education Subcommittee Chair – 2 years
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
Sara has been a TSL Trainer since 2019 and a Firefighter since 2014. She is from Crandall, TX and currently lives in Dallas.
Training Philosophy: “Practice. Practice. Practice to become safe, successful, and efficient.”
Notable Experience:
- Dallas Fire and Urban Search & Rescue Team
Certifications:
- Confined Space
- High Angle Rope Rescue
- Structural Collapse Operations
- Vehicle Extraction
- Paramedic
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer since 2016
Firefighter from 2005 – Present
From Amarillo, TX
Lives in McKinney, TX
Training Philosophy: “Train until it becomes second nature.”
Certifications: Certified in multiple aspects of Urban Search and Rescue since 2008
Tech Safety Lines Trainer
TSL Trainer Since 2022
Years of Industry Experience: 10
From Cincinnati, OH
Lives in Lewisville, TX
Training Philosophy Quote: “The skills and knowledge you acquire today are yours for life.”
Notable Experience:
Telecom Top Hand – Faith Technology
SR. Wind Technician – NextEra Energy
Wind Operation Manager – Siemens Gamesa
Certifications:
- GWO ART
- GWO BST