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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: Sep 10, 2021

Wellsville (OH) Fire Department’s New Aerial Doesn’t Fit in Station

Wellsville (OH) Fire Department is finally fixing its station doors to so its new $798,740 aerial will fit inside, according to a report published by the Morning Journal.

According to the newspaper, the new aerial, which was ordered last fall, has been sitting in the department’s parking lot, exposed to the elements, since it was delivered.

To fix that dilemma, the village council contracted with a construction company to alter the station and replace the door for $33,125, the newspaper reported.

Last fall, Wellsville was released from a fiscal emergency by the state of Ohio, and the community bought two new vehicles for the fire department, the paper reported, adding it was only after the aerial was delivered did officials realize it would not fit.

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Posted: Sep 10, 2021

Takoma Park (MD) Seeks Donations to Put New Fire Engine in Service

Takoma Park (MD) Volunteer Fire Department has taken delivery of a new engine and is awaiting new tools and hose to put it in service, according to a report published by WDVM Washington.

According to the television station, the all-volunteer firefighters are soliciting donations to help fund the department. The department is supported by Montgomery County, but relies on the community to continue their work, the station reported.  

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Posted: Sep 10, 2021

Aerial Crashes into Car in Central Elgin, Ontario, Canada, Two Hurt

A fire truck and a car collided at an intersection in Central Elgin, Ontario, Canada, sending two people to the hospital, according to a report published by CTV News.

The television network said the two people suffered non-life threatening injuries after the collision at the intersection of Belmont Road and Ron McNeil Lane.

Photos of the wreck show the aerial crashed into the passenger side of the car which sustained significant damage.

The roads in the area were closed for investigation of the wreck, the network reported.

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Posted: Sep 10, 2021

Chateaugay-Brainardsville (NY) Fire District Approve $557K Fire Truck

Voters in the Chateaugay-Brainardsville (NY) Fire District have voted to approve the purchase of a $527,000 custom pumper, according to a report published by The Malone Telegram.

The apparatus, a Sutphen pumper, will be paid for with fire department truck replacement reserve funds and installment payments over five years.

The truck is being purchased primarily because of the current apparatus is approaching 30 years old and at the end of its lifespan, according to the report.

More space will be afforded the firefighters when the new apparatus is delivered according to the newspaper, and money will be saved in the long run because of fewer repair and maintenance costs associated with the current engine.

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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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