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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 19, 2021

Wellsville (OH) Fire Department Receives Two New Apparatus

The Wellsville (OH) Fire Department recently received a pair of apparatus—an E-One rescue pumper and a 75-foot ladder truck—ordered in November from Advantech Service, reports morningjournalnews.com.

The 2020 ladder cost $798,740 while the pumper was $225,000 and was paid for with some of the revenue generated by a fire levy that had been renewed to replace outdated equipment.

Wellsville will pay just more than $1 million over 15 years to lease the equipment at a 3.17% interest with annual payments. At the conclusion of the payoff, the village will own the apparatus.

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Posted: May 19, 2021

Davenport (IA) Announces Beginning Stages of Station 3

Davenport (IA) announced plans for the relocation of its Station 3.

The city last year in preparation acquired the former Chi Chi’s lot near NorthPark Mall, which is currently located at 3506 North Harrison Street.

The move aims to provide a quicker response time to the north-central region of Davenport, officials say.

Davenport still has open a request for qualifications for design/architectural and engineering services for the future station.

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Posted: May 19, 2021

Rigs, Records, and Risks: Managing Fire Department Inspection Info

DATE: May 20, 2021 | 1 PM EDT

DURATION: 1 Hour

CEU: A certificate of attendance will be offered

PRESENTED BY: Curt Varone

SPONSORS: Vector Solutions

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What legal considerations should fire departments be concerned with when it comes to maintaining records of inspections related to apparatus, inventory, controlled substances, and so forth? Join Curt Varone, attorney and Exeter (RI) deputy chief, for a live and interactive discussion with Ed Ballam of Fire Apparatus about managing digital fire department information, particularly when it comes to managing inspections records.

Join us for this event sponsored by Vector Solutions.

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Curt Varone

Curt Varone has more than 40 years in the fire service, including 29 years with the Providence (RI) Fire Department. He is a practicing attorney, licensed in Rhode Island and Maine, and the author of Legal Considerations for Fire and Emergency Services. He remains active as a deputy chief in Exeter, RI, and is a member of the Fire Engineering Fire Service Court.

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Sponsored By: Vector Solutions

Vector Solutions, a leader in eLearning and performance support, provides award-winning SaaS solutions for public safety agencies through its TargetSolutions brand. Vector Solutions offers industry-focused, innovative products to solve its clients’ needs, helping them improve outcomes, optimize performance and reduce risk. Vector Solutions delivers state-of-the-art training and performance solutions, including TargetSolutions Check It™ and TargetSolutions Scheduling™. Vector Solutions is unifying all of its brands, including TargetSolutions, RedVector and Safe Schools, under the Vector Solutions name, bringing additional resources and innovative new solutions to help our customers achieve the operational readiness that’s critical to success. And while all of our brands’ names are becoming Vector Solutions, what won’t change is our industry focus and our unwavering commitment to serving you. Our customers will still receive the same great products and solutions; subject matter focus and expertise; world-class, high-touch s

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Posted: May 19, 2021

Fairfax County (VA) Fire and Rescue Department Settles into Station 24

The Fairfax County (VA) Fire and Rescue Department recently settled into its new home at Station 24 in Woodlawn.

Engine 424 was the first apparatus to pull into the new digs. Around 4:18 p.m. yesterday, the engine responded to its first call out of the new station.

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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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