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The Finest Supporting the Bravest!

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

Cut Bank (MT) VFD 'Fling' Results in New Fire Apparatus

Posted: Oct 19, 2016

Cut Bank (MT) VFD 'Fling' Results in New Fire Apparatus

The Cut Bank Volunteer Fire Department keeps their promises. Not only are they keeping their promise to do the very best they can when performing their volunteer firefighting duties, but they are also keeping the promise they made to the community on how they planned on using the amazing donations they received at the past Firemen's Flings fundraisers.

"We promised to use the money we raised at our Firemen Flings to purchase a new fire truck and new turnout gear," said Chief Mark Kropp. "And that is exactly what we have done."

A few years ago, the department knew some of their fire trucks were not going to meet their needs much longer. Adding a new one to the fleet was becoming more and more of a must. So a fire truck committee among the firefighters was formed. Chief Kropp was part of it, as was Scott Racki, Cody Fetters, Doug Vermulm, Michael Moran, Jess Fey and Pat Fey.

The new truck was ordered and on Sept. 9 it arrived. The local firemen are now in possession of a 2016 fire engine red Ford F550, 4-door, diesel, "which we designed 100 percent from bumper to bumper," he stated.

It is more than just a regular Ford pickup. This one came outfitted as a fire truck, complete with more features than a regular truck off the lot, which explains why its sticker price was just over $160,000.

"The firemen put up $56,000 and the Glacier County Commissioners kicked in the remainder. So we did as we promised and put the money we raised from our flings to really good use to get a well-outfitted fire truck we needed so badly," Chief Kropp said. "It really is a fantastic truck and we cannot thank the community enough for all of their support in helping us get this truck."

The old truck that was replaced by this new addition did not just end up in a junkyard somewhere. It still had some life left in it and according to Chief Kropp it went to Del Bonita, which was in need of a fire truck. "They were happy to have it," he added.

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Shreveport (LA) Firefighter Injured in Second Fire Apparatus Rollover

Posted: Oct 19, 2016

Shreveport (LA) Firefighter Injured in Second Fire Apparatus Rollover

Another Shreveport firefighter is injured after another fire truck rollover Tuesday night. This makes the second rollover for the department within three days. More than a dozen first responders were at the crash scene just before midnight in the 300 block of Montana Street in Shreveport's MLK neighborhood.

Assistant Fire Chief Fred Sanders said a fire crew was investigating a call about smoke in the area. Fire engine 6 was driving northbound and tried to make room for a southbound passing car when the truck tipped over into a ditch on Montana Street.

The car then drove away from the scene, said Chief Sanders.

"SPD is investigating. We do know this is a narrow road, there is no curb. If you go off the road here, you're in a ditch," said Chief Sanders. "That's what happened with engine 6."

There were three firefighters in the truck. One of them was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Chief Sanders said the firefighter driving the truck was not the normal driver.

Some people who live in the area may have experienced a brief power outage because Swepco had to disconnect power lines over the fire truck in order to remove it from the ditch.

Melville (NY) Christens New Fire Equipment at Wet Down Ceremony

The Melville Fire Department recently welcomed a new heavy rescue truck and ambulance during a wet down ceremony at fire headquarters. The Dix Hills, Huntington Manor and Wyandanch Fire Departments helped Melville christen the new rigs and got a tour of the new apparatus.

The Spartan Custom Heavy Rescue Truck carries a full complement of rescue equipment, including three sets of Hurst "Jaws of Life" tools and rescue airbags.

The PL Custom Freightliner ambulance is the largest of the Melville Rescue Squad's five Advanced Life Support ambulances. It carries two stretchers and is first due on all auto accidents.

Popular Science Honors Scott Sight with 2016 “Best of What’s New” Award

Monroe, N.C. (October 19, 2016) - Scott Safety’s commitment to innovation with a purpose has earned the company a place among an elite group recognized by Popular Science’s 2016 “Best of What’s New” award. Each year, Popular Science’s editorial team reviews thousands of new products and innovations and chooses the top 100 winners across 11 categories for inclusion in their annual “Best of What's New” issue. Scott Sight, the first in-mask, hands-free thermal imaging camera, was recognized in the security category.

“The Best of What’s New awards honor the innovations that shape the future,” said Kevin Gray, executive editor of Popular Science. “From life-saving technology to incredible space engineering, to gadgets that are just breathtakingly cool, this is the best of what’s new.”

Scott Sight, launched in April 2016, is a game changer for firefighters, providing improved visibility in smoke-filled environments, and giving firefighters the ability to quickly locate and rescue victims or identify exit routes in deteriorating conditions.

Scott Sight is the first product to emerge from Scott Safety’s Firefighter of the Future initiative, an internal team responsible for researching and developing innovative technologies. The group brought Scott Sight from concept to reality in only 12 months, providing firefighters with the ability to distinguish potential danger in low visibility conditions, comprehend the threat and better gauge their response.

“We listened to and responded to direct feedback from firefighters that they needed a hands-free thermal imaging solution,” said Kim Henry, director of Scott Safety’s growth initiatives and life-safety products. “Scott Sight helps them see things they didn’t even know they were looking for; it’s what we call situational intelligence.”

Following the receipt of regulatory approvals from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in early September, Scott Sight is now being shipped and used by fire departments across the country, increasing the level of safety for individual firefighters by giving them a new “set of eyes” on the fireground.

Scott Sight will be featured in the November/December issue of Popular Science. For more information visit www.scottsight.com.

ABOUT SCOTT SAFETY
Scott Safety, by Johnson Controls, is a premier manufacturer of innovative respiratory and personal protective equipment and safety devices for firefighters, industrial workers, police squads, militaries, homeland security forces, and rescue teams around the world. With five global manufacturing locations, Scott products protect thousands of individuals each day from environmental hazards including smoke, toxic fumes, combustible gases, falling objects, and contaminants. The Scott Safety product line includes self-contained breathing apparatus, supplied air and air-purifying respirators, PPE, gas detection instruments, thermal imaging cameras, and firefighter locators. For more information, visit www.scottsafety.com.