Michael H. Gilbert is a 24 year veteran of the fire service, currently serving as a Lieutenant with the Melbourne Fire Department in Florida. Mike also holds the rank of Chief at the Brevard Community College Fire Training Academy, and is also the Asst. Fire Science Coordinator for the Fire Science degree program. He has been an FDIC staff member and a "HOT" Instructor since 1992. He also instructs for FIREHOUSE EXPO & WORLD. Certified by the State of Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, Mike is a well seasoned Instructor in the areas of Fire Fighter Survival, Engine & Truck Operations, Fire Service Hydraulics, and Basic Firefighting Standards. He also is a co-founder of Pro Aquatics, a Florida based training organization that develops and teaches water safety and survival programs for both the Fire Service and Law Enforcement. He is also one of the Founding Members of the Fraternal Order Of Leatherheads Society.