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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: Jul 11, 2016

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-4 Guys Rescue-Pumper

4 Guys Fire Trucks—Claridge (PA) Volunteer Fire Department, rescue-pumper. Freightliner M2 cab and chassis; Cummins ISL 350-hp engine; Waterous CVK 1,250-gpm rear-mount pump.

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Posted: Jul 8, 2016

FirePrograms Releases New Software - Firefighting Tech

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FirePrograms, an industry leader in public safety records management software, has released an updated data management application. With an all new user interface, FirePrograms provides a superior user experience through increased automation and simplified navigation.   
Comprehensively offering the many tools public safety agencies need to track the numerous facets of their operations, software end users are met with a user-friendly environment, while robust capabilities are available for System Administrators. This update also meets FEMA NFIRS 5.0 compliance standards.

The updated software is available in both locally installed and web-deployed versions to meet the varying needs of public safety agencies. Existing supported FirePrograms customers also receive the update as an upgrade to their previous version of FirePrograms.  

“We have taken into account changes in the field of emergency services, rapid advances in technology, as well as feedback from our customers about what they need to streamline their emergency service operations,” comments FirePrograms President Gary Ewers. “We are excited to offer an easy-to-use yet powerful business system, which is flexible enough to meet the wide ranging needs of agencies nationwide.”

FirePrograms Software is the nation’s premier provider of public safety records management software solutions. Based in Ocala, Florida and founded in 1981, FirePrograms Software is installed in over 5,000 agencies nationwide. Investing heavily in technology, FirePrograms provides unique information management solutions to America’s Bravest, and has built a solid reputation on providing dependable technology with unparalleled service.

More: http://fireprograms.com/

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Posted: Jul 8, 2016

Department Adds $690K Rescue-Pumper

To celebrate the homecoming of their fire department's new rescue pumper, city officials and citizens in attendance for the unveiling Wednesday evening were all encouraged to get in front of the new vehicle and push it into fire station one. This ritual dates back to the late 1800s when horse drawn pumpers were used throughout the nation's fire stations.

Horses commissioned for service would be washed along with the pumper at their newly-assigned firehouse and backed into the firehouse bay.

The firefighters would then fit the new horse with its harness, placing the company in service.

After every run, firefighters had to hand push their pumpers back into the bay and ready themselves for the next alarm.

The new, fully-equipped rescue pumper shines with San Benito pride and pride for country.

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Posted: Jul 8, 2016

Brooklyn Fire Department Celebrates Arrival of New Rescue-Pumper

The $700,000 piece of equipment promotes safety and allows the firefighters to carry more gear to a scene, said Deputy Fire Chief Doug Pynch. "With the compartment space on this truck, we can put all our gear on one truck instead of having to have two trucks," said Pynch.

“All of our rescue tools are going to be put on this truck.”

Throughout the afternoon of July 5, firefighters and community members stopped by the Brooklyn station to check out the new acquisition.

The rescue pumper carries 500 gallons of water, has a six-person cab complete with medical shelving, boasts a tower light to help illuminate emergency scenes, and comes equipped with a rescue winch for stabilization that can be used on the front or back of the truck.

The new vehicle was also built with safety in mind.

“Something older trucks don't have is the safety features. We have roll over protection,” said Pynch. “It's all computerized. You have to wear your seat belt in this truck (or) it will buzz, and buzz and buzz.”

It also has airbags.

“There's a lot of upgrades compared to back in the 90s with some of the trucks we have now. It's a lot safer truck.”

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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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