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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: Sep 24, 2026

NH Communities Sue Over PFAS in Firefighter Gear

Londonderry and Keene sued 3M, DuPont, and others, alleging PFAS in firefighter turnout gear raised firefighter cancer risks.

The post NH Communities Sue Over PFAS in Firefighter Gear appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 24, 2026

Boyertown (PA) Area Fire & Rescue Awarded $750,000 Grant for New Apparatus

State Sen. Tracy Pennycuick awarded Boyertown Area Fire & Rescue a $750,000 grant to help replace its aging ladder truck.

The post Boyertown (PA) Area Fire & Rescue Awarded $750,000 Grant for New Apparatus appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 24, 2026

Cleveland Considers $1M-Plus in Grants for Public Safety Equipment

Cleveland City Council’s Safety Committee will consider legislation to seek grants for public safety radios.

The post Cleveland Considers $1M-Plus in Grants for Public Safety Equipment appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Sep 24, 2026

Working Group to Guide Proposed Fire Station Project in Salem (NH)

Salem's planned $10 million South Fire Station will add decontamination space and separate living areas, replacing an aging station with asbestos and other health concerns.

The post Working Group to Guide Proposed Fire Station Project in Salem (NH) 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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