What was once an empty field is now a beautifully landscaped garden outside of Fire Station 41 in Seattle. It’s all thanks to a local garden club and landscape company. On Thursday, the fire station held a dedication ceremony to thank the Carleton Park Garden Club and Rainbow of Mangolia Landscaping group.
- PUB DATE: 9/27/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KIRO-TV CBS 7 Seattle

DETROIT (Sept. 26) — Municipal Emergency Services (MES), a leading provider of firefighter equipment and first responder solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Premier Safety, a Detroit-based leader in industrial safety products, firefighter equipment, equipment services, and equipment rentals. This strategic acquisition marks MES’s continued expansion into the industrial market while extending its presence in key fire service sectors.

Premier Safety has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality safety products and services to industrial clients, as well as critical equipment for firefighters. Their expertise in equipment services and rentals further complements MES’s comprehensive portfolio, providing an enhanced suite of offerings for customers across both the industrial and public safety markets.

“The integration of Premier Safety into our portfolio represents a pivotal moment in MES’s strategic growth,” said Marvin Riley, CEO at MES. “It strengthens our position in the industrial safety sector while expanding our reach in the fire service market, where we maintain a leading presence by distributing premium brands.”

“This acquisition represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide the highest level of safety equipment and services across a broader market,” said David Malecki, President of Premier Safety. “By partnering with industry leaders, we are better equipped to meet the evolving needs of our customers and continue delivering the top-tier safety solutions they expect from us.”

Intrepid Investment Bankers served as the exclusive financial advisor to Premier Safety.

For more information about the acquisition or MES’s expanded services, please contact Shridhar Shah at 203-304-4103.

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About MES

Established in 2001 Municipal Emergency Services has quickly grown to be a leading supplier of many of the best brands in the fire service industry, including 3M Scott, Honeywell, Fire-Dex, Seek Thermal, Hurst Jaws of Life, Matex Hose, Elbeco, 5.11 Tactical and many more. With the largest network of sales representatives, mobile service technicians and in-house service centers strategically located around the United States, we can assure that our customers are purchasing quality name brand equipment backed by premium services.

About Premier

Safety Premier Safety, founded in 1950, is a leading North American distributor of safety equipment. With an extensive inventory of safety products and a commitment to excellent customer service, Premier Safety provides both purchase and rental options, supported by ongoing service and care.

Hamilton County, Tennessee recently allocated $300,000 of equipment funding for the county’s eight volunteer fire departments, newschannel9.com reported.

Here is how the funds would be allocated:

• Dallas Bay Volunteer Fire Department: $60,000 for self-contained breathing apparatuses
• Sale Creek Volunteer Fire Department: $60,000 for self-contained breathing apparatus loan support
• Waldens Ridge Emergency Service: $59,000 for battery-powered and elevated rescue equipment
• Highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department: $48,500 for pagers
• Mowbray Volunteer Fire Department: $35,500 for air pack bottles
• Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department: $16,300 for vehicle plugs, elevated rescue equipment
• Flat Top Volunteer Fire Department: $12,100 for building improvements
• Sequoyah Volunteer Fire Department: $8,600 for AEDs and medical supplies

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Palm Beach County Fire Rescue is deploying its resources to help Floridians who are in the path of Hurricane Helene, cw34.com reported.

Hurricane Helene is expected to have a severe impact on the Panhandle and the Big Bend region, the report said.

“Help is on the way,” Palm Beach County Fire Rescue said on its Facebook page Wednesday, Sept. 25. “We are proud to be able to send rescue teams to Florida’s panhandle tonight.

“The PBCFR Type 1 Swift Water Rescue Team is deploying to assist in areas experiencing flooding as Hurricane Helene blows through Florida. Sixteen firefighters are taking four boats and extra equipment with them to travel into flooded areas to rescue people.

“The red rescue boat is called a ‘Rib’ boat and is very maneuverable. The white ‘Connector’ boat is faster and can connect with up to 10 other boats.

“They will stage in Ocala, Florida, ready to go into the worst-hit areas.”

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Similar to variances in size and structures of fire departments across North America, fleet manager positions also vary greatly. Fleet managers may be fulltime positions within the fire department structure or they may be roles assigned under another position.

In many cases, the fleet manager might actually work under another municipal department, or the position may even be contracted out to a private entity. Regardless of how the organization is structured, there are a variety of desired skills and roles that should fall within the designated fleet manager job description to ensure the success of the fire department’s fleet program.

• Responsible Fleet Management for Emergency Response Vehicles
• Maintaining Your Fleet in a Down Economy
• Maximizing the Efficiency of Your Fleet
• Performing a Fleet Audit Survey
  

Although day-to-day tasks and responsibilities may vary, fleet managers’ strategic responsibilities are fairly consistent across the board. The primary role of the fire department fleet manager is to ensure that all fire apparatus are ready for use and that they are compliant with all applicable safety standards. Other common fire department fleet manager responsibilities include acquiring apparatus; managing maintenance, repair, and parts programs; ensuring compliance with various apparatus and safety standards; fleet benchmarking; determining apparatus life cycles; andthe ultimate disposition of apparatus. Depending on your department, the fleet manager may undertake these tasks as an individual or with additional support staff.

Fleet managers are integral parts of any fire department, and it is essential that fire chiefs choose the right candidates to fill these vital positions. The fleet manager position today encompasses so much more than simply purchasing and maintaining apparatus. To be successful, the fleet manager should be well rounded and possess a number of key skills, traits, and abilities.

LEADERSHIP TRAITS

First, as a leader within the fire department, the fleet manager is responsible for assisting in the fulfillment of the department’s mission, for ensuring the fleet division is productive, and for the growth of those under his command. A good fleet manager will properly manage his time, focus on outward contributions, andbuild on the strengths of his team. A fleet manager must lead by example. He must set the standard for his staff and continuously focus on the methods by which his division can best assist the fire department in meeting its mission.

DATA ANALYSIS AND BENCHMARKING ABILITIES

Today’s fleet managers must have a good understanding of data analysis and benchmarking to make the best decisions when it comes to the fleet. They should be able to identify trends and patterns within fleet operations, develop benchmarks or key performance indicators (KPIs), make informed decisions based on collected data metrics, and track performance and improvements over time. Tracking reliable and accurate data related to apparatus performance, safety metrics, and various costs will allow a fleet manager to optimize the fleet