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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: Oct 31, 2017

NVFC Training Summit: We Need Your Input!

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is planning its fourth Training Summit and is seeking feedback to help shape the event. This signature NVFC conference features two days of classroom training on critical fire and emergency service topics.

Please take a few minutes to answer a short survey to help us better serve you. Input is being sought on key details including course topics, location, and timing for the event.

Take survey here.

 

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Posted: Oct 31, 2017

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Sutphen Pumper

Avila (IN) Fire Department pumper. Monarch cab and chassis; Cummins ISL 350-hp engine; UPF Poly 1,000-gallon tank; Waterous CSU 1,500-gpm pump.

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Posted: Oct 31, 2017

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Sutphen Pumper

Avila (IN) Fire Department pumper. Monarch cab and chassis; Cummins ISL 350-hp engine; UPF Poly 1,000-gallon tank; Waterous CSU 1,500-gpm pump.

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Posted: Oct 30, 2017

Carver Fire Department (MA) Focuses on Fire Apparatus Driver Training

Fire Safety Officer Captain Bob Telless developed the driving course for both driving in town as well as responding to calls on Route 44.

 

"The firefighters get practice in driving," he said. "The main focus is on highway response."

 

The safety officer's drill typically takes place in October. Telless has been leading the training since 2008 and believes it's a valuable lesson for all the new firefighters and is a refresher course for the others. He reviews hazards and expectations.

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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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