Since 1989 I've joined humanitarian efforts in numerous countries. As a first responder I deployed to disasters including Hurricane Katrina (6 missions), Haiti earthquake; as well as others. So far, my journeys have included 6 continents & over 30 countries. Access to safe drinking water and adequate sanitation are basic human rights... I advocate for public health & safety through strong codes and standards in the US, Canada and globally. As a Master Plumber, trained Steamfitter & Gasfitter, with licenses in Canada and various US states, I am ideally positioned to champion public health & safety. Plumbers protect the health of the world and are front line health care workers...