I live in rural GA but work as a fireman in a very busy part of Metro Atlanta. I recently purchased a plate carrier AR500 plates. I didn't buy it for work but to carry in my truck when I have to drive into the city on my days off. I carry a Glock 19 Gen4 every day I am off. Some of you maybe thinking why the plate carrier in the truck? Well my idea of this is for an active shooter scenario. I have never been nor ever will be the type of person to run from a problem. As a Fireman/ Advanced EMT, I have also taken an oath to try my hardest to save lives whenever possible. My plate carrier has a an EMT ID patch on the front and Fire Dept one on the back. Along with 2 extra mags and Serpa holster in the front. How many of you have plate carriers and why do you have them????