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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: May 3, 2021

Bethlehem (WV) Volunteer Fire Department Breaks Ground on Station 90

The Bethlehem (WV) Volunteer Fire Department recently broke ground on its new digs, Station 90, reports wtrf.com.

Plans for the new, 7,500-square-foot facility include a one-level firehouse with a four-apparatus garage space.

Officials said there is still about a year’s worth of construction—to begin next week—to be done.

Posted: May 3, 2021

Another Shocker: First All-Electric Fire Truck Stops in Hicksville, NY

On its march toward Washington, D.C., and on the heels of its stop in Howard County (MD), the Rosenbauer RT, America’s first electric fire truck, will be in Hicksville, NY, this week, reports LongIsland.com.

The truck will be on display at Gabrielli Truck Sales at 880 South Oyster Bay Rd. from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for this entire week.

The eco-friendly truck can run solely on battery power for two hours before a 6-cylinder clean diesel engine kicks on for a recharge. Officials add that the apparatus can raise up to about an 18-inch ground clearance and can drive through three feet of water.

In addition, passengers can launch a drone from the truck and have aerial photos sent directly to the driver’s seat. Its top speed is the same as traditional trucks—65mph—but the RT has a faster acceleration.

Officials say the RT will cost anywhere from $950,000 to $1.2 million, depending on its features.

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Posted: May 3, 2021

Lafferty (OH) Volunteer Fire Department Debuts New Brush Truck

The Lafferty (OH) Volunteer Fire Department recently debuted its new brush truck, which officials say is the only one of its kind within about 150 miles, reports wtov9.com.

The new apparatus—which cost $138,000, aims to combat grass, vehicle, and structure fires—holds 300 gallons of water, five gallons of foam, and a front-spray nozzle that can be operated from inside the cab.

The truck still needs lettering and a radio, and it’s set to go into service on Tuesday.

A video of the new apparatus can be seen here.

Posted: May 3, 2021

Coast Central (CA) Credit Union Announces $36K in Grants to Fire Departments

Coast Central (CA) Credit Union has announced $100,000 in grants—with $36,561 going toward the purchase of station and emergency equipment—that will be given to 15 organizations based in Humboldt, Del Norte, and Trinity counties, reports times-standard.com.

Humboldt County recipients include:

  • $12,500 to the Briceland Volunteer Fire Department for garage doors for its new fire station.
  • $7,000 for the Fortuna Volunteer Fire Department for CPR equipment replacement
  • $4,500 for the Arcata Volunteer Fire Department for wildland gear replacement.
  • $2,925 for the Blue Lake Volunteer Fire Department for emergency medical equipment and training.

Trinity County recipients include

  • $9,636 for the Junction City Fire Protection District for defibrillator equipment replacement.

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Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Award $2.5 Million in Grants

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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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