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The purpose of the Fire Mechanics Section is to promote standardization of fire apparatus and equipment preventative maintenance, improve safety standards and practices, promote workshops, conferences, and seminars related to the purposes of this Section, and to promote cost savings through standardization of building and equipment purchasing and maintenance.

RECENT FIRE MECHANIC NEWS

Posted: Jan 21, 2022

Baton Rouge (LA) Chief Fire Investigator Shoots Nude Man Trying to Steal Apparatus

The Baton Rouge Fire Department says Chief Fire Investigator Darryl Sanders shot a nude man who was trying to break into a fire department vehicle Tuesday.

The man, in his 30s, was expected to survive his injuries. The chief fired when he noticed the man trying to break in to his work vehicle, which contained weapons.

After hitting the man once, the chief shot him a second time because he persisted in trying to break in to the vehicle. Baton Rouge Police are investigating, WAFB reports.

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Posted: Jan 21, 2022

Photo of the Day: January 21, 2022

Sutphen—Northville (NY) Fire Department pumper. Monarch cab and chassis; Cummins L9 450-hp engine; Hale Qmax 1,500-gpm pump; 1,000-gallon polypropylene water tank. Dealer: Nick Catalino, Vander Molen Fire Apparatus Sales and Service, Syracuse, NY.

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Posted: Jan 20, 2022

Floydale (SC) Fire Department Apparatus Stolen, Recovered

A Floydale (SC) Fire Department apparatus that was stolen on Tuesday was recovered.

Sheriff’s officials say the truck was taken from the department after 3 p.m. on Tuesday.

They found the truck on Wednesday but provided no details.

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Posted: Jan 20, 2022

North Metro (CO) Fire Rescue District Takes Delivery of New Engine

The North Metro (CO) Fire Rescue District recently took delivery of its new engine.

The apparatus, a Pierce, will be housed at Station 65. It’s predecessor “proudly served the District for 14 years and will continue to be utilized as a reserve engine for the District,” a Facebook post reads.

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Fire Mechanics Section Board

Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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