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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: Dec 15, 2021

Hampton/Valley Forge (TN) Volunteer Fire Department Is Getting a New Valley Forge Station

Ask and ye shall receive.

The Carter County Commission voted to fund $150,000 for a new fire station in Valley Forge (TN), reports johnsoncitypress.com.

Earlier: Hampton/Valley Forge (TN) Volunteer Fire Department Wants New Valley Forge Station

The Commission approved the contribution to building the station for the Hampton/Valley Forge Volunteer Fire Department upon the Budget Committee’s recommendation, the report says. The funds will come from the federal American Rescue Plan Act or via the county’s unassigned fund balance if federal fund usage isn’t permitted.

The new facility will replace the existing station at 3961 Highway 19E, which has served the community since 1954. It will house four vehicles: two pumpers, a tanker, and a quick response vehicle.

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Posted: Dec 15, 2021

Photo of the Day: December 15, 2021

Sutphen—Greencastle (IN) Fire Department SPH 100 aerial platform quint. Monarch cab and chassis; Cummins X12 500-hp engine; Hale Qmax 1,500-gpm pump; UPF Poly 300-gallon water tank; 100-foot aerial platform; Smart Power 10-kW generator; stainless-steel body; Whelen warning lights; FRC LED scene lights. Dealer: Andy Herb, Herb Fire Equipment, Powell, OH.

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Posted: Dec 14, 2021

Cal Fire Apparatus Involved in Rollover Crash

At least one person sustained minor injuries Monday morning in Fairfield (CA) during a rollover collision involving a Cal Fire apparatus, reports pacificattorneygroup.com.

The incident was reported around 7:30 a.m. on I-80 West, near the Green Valley Road ramp, the report says.

Officials say a Cal Fire truck collided with another vehicle, the cause of which is unknown. The apparatus overturned and came back on its wheels before at least one occupant needed extrication.

No other details were given, but California Highway Patrol is investigating, according to the report.

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Posted: Dec 14, 2021

Steering Mechanism Failure Causes Newalla (OK) Fire Engine Crash, Fundraising Begins for Repairs

The Newalla (OK) Fire Department will begin raising funds to repair a fire engine damaged in an accident Sunday. A mechanical failure in the steering mechanism caused the crash, KOCO reports.

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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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