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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: Feb 26, 2026

3M™ Scott™ Fire & Safety Announces SCBA NFPA 1970 Certification

The NFPA 1970 standard consolidates multiple legacy standards into a unified framework for protective ensembles, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

The post 3M™ Scott™ Fire & Safety Announces SCBA NFPA 1970 Certification appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 26, 2026

3M™ Scott™ Fire & Safety Announces SCBA NFPA 1970 Compliance

The NFPA 1970 standard consolidates multiple legacy standards into a unified framework for protective ensembles, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

The post 3M™ Scott™ Fire & Safety Announces SCBA NFPA 1970 Compliance appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 26, 2026

Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport Adds Striker® 6×6 ARFF Vehicle

Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico has acquired an Oshkosh Striker® 6×6 ARFF vehicle.

The post Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport Adds Striker® 6×6 ARFF Vehicle appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Feb 26, 2026

Charlotte (NC) Added ‘Highly Specialized’ Fire Apparatus Last Year. It Already Needs Repairs

Charlotte (NC) spent nearly $1.9 million on a tiller truck in 2024. A series of repairs has kept it sidelined for much of its first year in service.

The post Charlotte (NC) Added ‘Highly Specialized’ Fire Apparatus Last Year. It Already Needs Repairs 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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