In Honor of the Charleston 9: A Study of Change Following Tragedy (Tuesday Evening)

Tuesday, Oct 9, 2018 at 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM PST

Local 726 Union Hall, 427, North Meridian, Puyallup, WA, 98371, United States

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Tuesday, Oct 9, 2018 at 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM PST

Local 726 Union Hall, 427, Puyallup, WA, 98371, United States.

Central Pierce Fire & Rescue is proud to present this opportunity with Dr. David Griffin:

On June 18, 2007, nine firefighters perished in a warehouse fire in Charleston, SC.  What was initially dispatched as a trash fire escalated into one of the most scrutinized events in national fire service history.  David had the unfortunate experience of being the engineer on the first due engine that day.  As he operated on the fireground, he witnessed things that he will never forget.
This seminar will present:

  • First-hand accounts of that day.
  • Never before seen video footage with radio traffic.
  • Initial resistance to the changes following the tragedy.
  • The heavy toll that this catastrophic event took on David’s life.
  • The incredible changes that he and the CFD have made.
  • Dr. Griffin’s scientific research regarding the change process following this event.
  • Details from the coinciding Best Selling Book, In Honor of The Charleston 9:  A Study of Change Following Tragedy.

Central PIerce Fire & Rescue

http://centralpiercefire.org

Questions? Contact Ashley Becker at abecker@centralpiercefire.org or 253-538-6431

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David Griffin, 37, was the driver of the first engine to respond to the disastrous 2007 Sofa Super Store fire that claimed the lives of nine of his fellow firefighters. Plagued with survivor’s guilt, he numbed himself with alcohol, painkillers, and blood sports so much so that it nearly cost him his life.
http://www.drdavidgriffin.com/home.html

About Dr. David Griffin

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