Adam Bugden
Fort McMurray,AB
Summary
Accomplished Firefighter and Training Officer specializing in safety compliance and emergency management. Developed comprehensive training materials and led effective training sessions, ensuring team readiness and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Training Officer
Regional Emergency Services
Ft.McMurray, AB
09.2020 - Current
- Developed comprehensive training materials for emergency response protocols and procedures.
- Coordinated and executed staff training sessions on safety and emergency management practices.
- Facilitated crisis communication workshops to enhance team collaboration during emergencies.
- Maintained compliance records reflecting training completion and regulatory standards adherence.
- Assessed training needs through surveys and interviews with emergency service personnel.
- Collaborated with external agencies to align programs with industry best practices.
- Delivered presentations on new tools and equipment for effective emergency response.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to enhance future training initiatives and engagement.
Firefighter/Captain
Regional Emergency Services
Fort McMurray, Alberta
01.2007 - Current
- Led emergency fire response teams to ensure safety and operational efficiency during incidents.
- Coordinated comprehensive training sessions for new firefighters to enhance skills and teamwork.
- Developed and implemented effective firefighting strategies for diverse emergency scenarios.
- Conducted thorough fire inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed equipment maintenance and readiness for rapid deployment in emergencies.
- Evaluated incident reports to refine future firefighting operations and protocols.
- Maintained communication with dispatchers to relay current information about fires, supplies, and personnel.
- Collaborated with local agencies on community safety initiatives and outreach programs.
Primary Care Paramedic
Lakeland Emergency Services
Ft,McMurray, AB
10.2005 - 11.2006
- Administered emergency medical care to patients during critical situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to formulate patient treatment plans.
- Operated and maintained readiness of medical equipment for emergencies.
- Accurately documented patient information in electronic health records.
- Trained new paramedics in protocols and emergency response techniques.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized interventions based on severity.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families during emergencies.
- Participated in community outreach programs to enhance health awareness.
Education
Firefighter Training Officer - Instruction of Emergency Services
LakeLand College
Fort McMurray, AB05-2011
Firefighter Officer - Leadership in Emergency Response
LakeLand College
Fort McMurray, AB03-2010
Firefighter 1 & 2 - Emergency Fire/ Rescue Response
LakeLand College
Fort McMurray, AB06-2007
Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medicine And Response
Canadian College of Emergency
Edmonton, AB06-2005
High School Diploma -
Prince of Wales Collegiate
St.John's NL06-1996
Skills
- Emergency management and response
- Fire inspection and prevention
- Equipment and facility maintenance
- Crisis and incident communication
- Training and staff development
- Hazard assessment and reporting
- Team leadership and direction
- Problem solving and decision-making
- Detail orientation and precision
- Presentation skills and public education
- Emergency medical services (EMS)
- High angle and rope rescue
- Aerial ladder operations
- Wildland firefighting techniques
- Ground ladders handling
- Hazardous materials handling
- Fire cause determination
- Fire alarm systems operation
- Trench rescue operations
- High-pressure nozzle changes
- Fireground tactics and strategy
- Community outreach programs
- Interagency collaboration and coordination
- Firefighting equipment operation
- Burning building entry tactics
- Firefighter safety practices
- Personnel management and evaluation
- Ventilation techniques and strategies
- Water supply management systems
- Incident command system (ICS)
- Fire behavior analysis
- Urban search and rescue (USAR)
- Vehicle extrication techniques
- Confined space entry procedures
- Foam application techniques
- Physical fitness maintenance
- Disaster preparedness planning
- Building construction knowledge
- Salvage and overhaul procedures
- Hydraulic calculations proficiency
- Rescue operations coordination
- Fire pumps operation expertise
- Blueprints and maps reading skills
- Ice rescue techniques proficiency
Affiliations
- I am also a professional musician. I perform at different venues weekly.
- I enjoy taking my dogs for hikes and spend quality time with my family.
Accomplishments
- Recently, I was recognized in the Top 50 Under 50, for my mental health advocacy and program development.
- I received the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for exemplary performance during the 2016 Wild Fires.
- I have been the Chair of the Charities committee, President of the Fort McMurray Honour Guard for 2 terms.
Timeline
Fire Training Officer
Regional Emergency Services
09.2020 - Current
Firefighter/Captain
Regional Emergency Services
01.2007 - Current
Primary Care Paramedic
Lakeland Emergency Services
10.2005 - 11.2006
Firefighter Training Officer - Instruction of Emergency Services
LakeLand College
Firefighter Officer - Leadership in Emergency Response
LakeLand College
Firefighter 1 & 2 - Emergency Fire/ Rescue Response
LakeLand College
Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medicine And Response
Canadian College of Emergency
High School Diploma -
Prince of Wales Collegiate