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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.

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Posted: Jul 14, 2021

Request for New Fire Engine in Keyport (NJ) Sparks Debate

City officials in Keyport (NJ) are balking at a request from the volunteer firefighters for $700,000 to fund a new fire engine, according to a report published by an online news source called TAPinto Hazlet & Keyport.

City officials are not disputing the need, rather they are saying there are other fire department in the queue ahead of Keyport for a new truck and the request comes as an unexpected surprise, according to the news report.

Representatives of the fire department say the new truck is needed as the department’s current first line apparatus that responds to every call is more than 30 years old and has a lengthy repair history, according to the report.

Keyport city councilors suggested the department look at used equipment to cut the cost and, perhaps, spilt the request to purchase two apparatus that are approximately 10 years old or less, the news agency reported.

Councilors and the mayor said more research is needed before the council acts on the budget request. The topic is expected to be discussed again at a meeting on July 20, according to the published report.

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Posted: Jul 14, 2021

Photo of the Day: July 14, 2021

KME—Blain (PA) Volunteer Fire Company pumper. International HV607 SBA 2-door 4×2 cab and chassis; Cummins L9 450-hp engine; Hale DSD 1,250-gpm pump; 1,500-gallon polypropylene water tank; stainless steel 172-inch pumper body; Whelen warning and scene lights package; ROM roll-up doors with brushed aluminum finish. Dealer: Lo Barrick, Fire & Rescue Products, Harrisburg, PA.

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Posted: Jul 13, 2021

West Hartford (CT) Receives Grant for Fire Equipment

West Hartford is receiving a grant that will purchase specialized lighting equipment, reports we-ha.com.

Fire Inspector Marsha Adell applied for and received a grant from FM Global for $3,468. This is the second time the fire department has received a grant from FM Global. In 2015, a successful grant application allowed the West Hartford Fire Department to purchase smoke alarms with visual aids for residents who are deaf or hard of hearing.

FM Global contributes millions of dollars in fire prevention grants to fire service organizations worldwide that demonstrate a need for funding to impact fire prevention or mitigation efforts.

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Posted: Jul 13, 2021

Albuquerque (NM) Fire Station Dedicated to Late City Official

Albuquerque renamed Fire Station 7 to honor late City Councilor Ken Sanchez, reports KOB 4.

A plaque was also set in place to honor Sanchez’s legacy.

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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

TBD
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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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