Laying on the ground and figuring out his next move after the exposure building went to sh*t, Captain Ron Smith had two choices. Do nothing and die or fight your way out and live. Thankfully the latter allowed him to return to the firehouse and finish out his shift that day. A common storyline for so many that almost turned tragic that day has made Ron understand that sometimes things happen and it's how we respond that makes all the difference. Awhile before his own situation, Ron was performing a search of a dwelling and came upon two Brothers that were found to be unconscious. Working on removing them and being part in their survival is just a number of influential experiences he has had during his 24 year career in Gary, IN. These stories along with a powerful mentor pushed Ron to teach and share the good word. His class "Decisions Under Fire" is a deep dive into his experiences and mind set. It's an impactful lesson fueled by real world experience. His passion for teaching and his appreciation for laughter led him to create "Training Seconds", short form social media content on fire ground tactics and tips with a humorous delivery. Sharing a laugh and enjoying his friends, Ron has a long road ahead of sharing his stories and love of the job.

Check out @training_seconds on social media for more tips from Ron Smith.