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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: Dec 29, 2025

FEMSA Focus: NFPA 1950

NFPA 1950 isn’t just a merger of previously separate standards. This consolidation represents an initial step, gathering multiple standards for technical rescue, wildland, and EMS PPE into a single document.

The post FEMSA Focus: NFPA 1950 appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Dec 29, 2025

PA Students Restoring Classic Car to Benefit Local Fire Company

Students at SUN Area Technical Institute in New Berlin restore a 1958 Dodge Meadowbrook for auction, with proceeds benefiting the New Berlin Fire Company. The auction is scheduled for April 23-24.

The post PA Students Restoring Classic Car to Benefit Local Fire Company appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Dec 29, 2025

Ambulance Overturns in NY on Christmas Eve

Staten Islanders experienced multiple traffic incidents over Christmas, including an ambulance crash on Forest Avenue, resulting in three minor injuries, and another crash on Victory Boulevard, sending two to the hospital.

The post Ambulance Overturns in NY on Christmas Eve appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Dec 29, 2025

Fire Apparatus of the Day: Dec. 29, 2025 (Walk-Around Video)

Check out this walk-around video of Aurora (OH) Fire Department's new Rosenbauer pumper.

The post Fire Apparatus of the Day: Dec. 29, 2025 (Walk-Around Video) appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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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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