Meet Andrew Clarke, apparatus operator on a 2020 HME Ahrens-Fox pumper with the Chatham County, GA Fire Department.

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They cover the true cost and operational impact of late change orders, when dealer vs OEM work makes sense, setting expectations early, and more.

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The hosts analyze common operational challenges, such as communication gaps, over-pressurizing attack engines, and using relay valves versus direct engine hookups.

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Seneca Fire Department put a donated 1992 KME Type 1 engine into service after receiving it from Baker City Fire & Rescue.

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