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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: Jan 31, 2021

Virginia Firefighters Hurt in Fire Engine Rollover

(Henrico Fire photo, Twitter)

Four Henrico County firefighters hurt in response crash

Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment Staff

HENRICO COUNTY, Virginia – WTVR reports that four Henrico County firefighters were injured when their fire engine overturned while responding to a call on Sunday morning.

The injuries are described as non-life-threatening.

The fire engine was traveling north on Woodman Road responding to a call for an unconscious person when it spun on the road, traveled off the paved roadway, and overturned, according to a Henrico Fire spokesperson.

Conditions of the roads were snow-covered and very slippery. No other vehicles were involved.

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Posted: Jan 31, 2021

North Carolina Firefighters Hurt in Fire Engine Rollover

(Asheville Firefighters photo, Twitter)

Engine overturns on icy interstate

Fire Apparatus & Emergency Equipment Staff

ASHEVILLE, North Carolina – WLOS reports that Asheville were hurt when their fire engine overturned on an icy interstate Saturday evening.

Officials said that by Sunday morning all the firefighters had been released from the hospital and are resting at home.

The crash occurred on I-26 between Exits 37 and 40, at approximately 8:30 p.m.

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Posted: Jan 29, 2021

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Opens Donaldsonville (LA) Fire Department’s New Station

According to a report from WBRZ, officials from Ascension Parish cut the ribbon on a new Donaldsonville (LA) Fire Department (DFD) station in Modeste on Friday. 

Ascension Parish President Clint Cointment, his administration, and local fire board members came together for the ceremony.“

The $415,000 station was funded by Fire District #2. The station features two bays for apparatus and a conference room, kitchen, and restroom. Additionally, the station can also double as a voting precinct.

DFD Chief Adam Gautreaux said that the station’s location along Highway 405 will allow for faster response times and more volunteers. 

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Posted: Jan 29, 2021

Former MI Fire Department Critical Response Unit Transferred to Local Sheriff’s Department

According to a report from The Morning Sun, the Isabella County (MI) Sheriff’s Office now features a new vehicle for responding to major incidents, all thanks to the Shepherd (MI) Tri-Township Fire Department (STTFD).

Several months back, a member of Isabella County’s dive team, who is also a STTFD firefighter, approached Sheriff Michael Main about a truck that the STTFD was going to retire; he told Main that the old, donated Mobile Medical Response ambulance might make a good vehicle for the dive team.

A discussion then followed between Main and the STTFD’s board, consisting of members from Shepherd, Coe, Lincoln, and Wise townships. In September 2020, the board voted to donate the truck to the sheriff’s office for use as a dive team vehicle.

Once in his possession, Main started cleaning it out, and he saw that the ambulance had a lot more potential. It came complete with climate control, an on-board generator, lights, ample storage room, and even a small desk.

The vehicle was also well maintained and ran great, so Main expanded its scope to be used as a critical response unit. In addition to incidents requiring the dive team, they also plan to use it for accident reconstruction, evidence gathering, and any other major incidents.

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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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