#37 “Ladders Matter” with Nick Esposito ( Bridgeport CT)

Nick Esposito is a second generation firefighter who started his fire service career in  his hometown of Verplanck, New York. In 1999 he was hired by the Bridgeport, Connecticut Fire Department, and has worked his way up through the ranks, taking on many line and staff functions. He currently serves as a Battalion Chief in the West Side.  Nick has a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Safety and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration.   Nick is also the owner of Truck Tactics Training, and teaches on the regional and national level.  He has published articles related to aerial apparatus operations and building construction, both online and in trade journals.  Nick's Instagram and Facebook: @Truck_Tactics, and he's the creator of Truck Floor Training on Facebook Truck Tactics Website: www.trucktactics.org ___________________________________________________________________________ Episode 37’s Sponsor: The Hasty Rescue Strap is a game changing Rapid Intervention tool. Intended to quickly package a downed firefighter in a makeshift harness without the need to adjust the SCBA waistbelt, and provides fixed handles for dragging, lifting, or hoisting. Available for pre-order now at www.hastyfireproducts.com. MAKE SURE TO CHECK THEM OUT ON INSTAGRAM AND THEIR WEBSITE!!!!!!!!! _________________________________________ 💥 Check out my Linktree, link in bio or click: https://linktr.ee/tip_of_the_spear_leadership !! 💥 Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok: @Tip_Of_The_Spear_Leadership 💥 If you haven’t already, Check out Tip of The Spear Leadership Podcast on all your favorite podcast platforms to include #Spotify, and Apple Podcasts ******