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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 20, 2016

Milford Switches and Upgrades Ambulance Service

MILFORD - Mayor Benjamin Blake announced Tuesday that the city has entered into a contract with Nelson Ambulance Co. for most of its routine, or "basic life support" ambulance calls, a move that he said will improve response times.

The city is already handling most advanced life support, or ALS, calls which involve the more life-threatening situations.

The switch to Nelson for basic life support, or BLS, calls was made because Nelson could provide quicker service owing to its ability to station ambulances within the city. The previous BLS provider was American Medical Response, better known as AMR.

“The new contract demands seven minutes or better response times and better patient care,” Blake said. “The former company couldn’t agree to that seven-minute deadline.”

The Fire Department sees about 5,000 calls for ambulances every year, a seemingly high number, considering that there are about 20,000 households. Of these, 3,500 are for an ALS response with the remainder calling for a less acute BLS response.

There are about 2,000 calls for fires and related incidents per year, officials said, far less than the calls for medical help.

This is why, according to Battalion Chief Dan Wassmer, nearly all of the 112 firefighters in the MFD are certified as emergency medical technicians. And of these, 27 are also licensed paramedics, meaning that they cay can provide a very advanced level of emergency care.

The MFD costs the city more than $50 million a year, and there are other costs to the service not included in that figure, such as vehicle acquisition.

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Posted: Oct 20, 2016

Chenango Ambulance Resuming Operations

President cites unspecified 'financial instability' and loss of revenue Chenango Ambulance will go back online in the town after a two-week shutdown, the nonprofit's president said in an email released to media late Wednesday. The volunteer company "will resume (our) life-saving service" at 9 a.m. Thursday, President Jeff Allen said.

Broome County's Office of Emergency Services announced Sept. 30 that the ambulance company would be closing, and neighboring emergency companies would pick up its coverage in the county's third-largest town. The following week, a sign posted on its entrance read in part, "We are no longer providing ambulance coverage to the Town of Chenango. This building has no emergency personnel."

A review of tax filings and other publicly available documents by the Press & Sun-Bulletin found a number of financial difficulties that came to a head for the nonprofit in the past four years, including:

  • The assuming of $770,000 in new debt between 2011 and 2014, when the company bought a lot on Chenango Bridge Road and then built a $900,000 facility.
  • Total liabilities rising from $137,000 at the start of 2012 to $1.1 million by the end of 2014.
  • A shift from $46,000 in income in 2012 to losses of $141,000 two years later.
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Posted: Oct 20, 2016

Tribute Video Kicks-Off National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Fundraiser

Emmitsburg, MD – Singer/songwriter Dave Carroll’s new music video, “The Fallen and the Brave” honors firefighters who died while protecting their communities.  

The Fallen and the Brave -- Dave Carroll from NFFF on Vimeo.



This video was shot at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Watch and download “The Fallen and the Brave” here: https://vimeo.com/188040702

“I'm grateful to the NFFF for the opportunity to help commemorate the lives of fallen firefighters at the Memorial in Emmitsburg and across America,” Carroll said. “This has been one of the most meaningful projects of my career.”

“Dave Carroll’s wonderful tribute will help the public understand the sacrifices made each day by the nation’s firefighters and their families,” said National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Executive Director Ron Siarnicki. “We hope this will inspire everyone to support the survivors of these heroes and Text FIREHERO to 80077 to make a $25 donation to NFFF.”

The music video was produced by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation in association with Austin Reeves and STATter911 Communications.

NFFF wants to thank those who helped with the video, including: the United States Fire Administration; Dave Carroll; Wayne Powell – National Fire Heritage Center; Don Briggs – Mayor of Emmitsburg; Chief Chad Umbel – Vigilant Hose Company; Vicki Pritchett – National Fire Sprinkler Association; Common Voices;  and Astha Guitars. Additional video from Greg Guise at Guise Video, Rob Schield at Fire Cam and Bill Rohrer at Newsworking.

The United States Congress created the NFFF to lead a nationwide effort to remember America's fallen firefighters. Since 1992, the non-profit foundation has developed and expanded programs to honor fallen fire heroes and assist their families and coworkers.  The NFFF also works closely with the U.S. Fire Administration to help prevent and reduce line-of-duty deaths and injuries.  For more information on the Foundation and its programs visit www.firehero.org.

Help survivors of America's fallen fire heroes – Text FIREHERO to 80077. When prompted, reply to complete your $25.00 donation to NFFF. Charges will appear on your wireless bill, or be deducted from your prepaid balance. All purchases must be authorized by account holder. Must be 18 years of age or have parental permission to participate. Message and Data Rates May Apply. Text STOP to 80077 to STOP. Text HELP to 80077 for HELP. Full Terms: Privacy Policy

 

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Posted: Oct 20, 2016

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Sutphen Pumper

Lowell (IN) Fire Department pumper. Sutphen four-door six person custom cab and chassis; Cummins ISL9 450-hp engine; Hale Qmax 1,500-gpm pump.

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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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