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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 28, 2016

Hickory's Antique Fire Engines to Be Restored to Former Glory

Firefighters across the nation are known for their service and dedication to their communities. That is especially true of a local father and son who have partnered together to preserve the pride and spirit of Hickory's historic fire department.

Senior Firefighter David Mills, a current member of the Hickory Fire Department, and his father, George, have purchased three fire trucks from the City of Hickory; a 1919 American LaFrance Type 75 triple, a 1924 American LaFrance Type 75 triple, and a 1924 American LaFrance Type 14-6 combination service ladder. 

The two plan to restore the antique engines and drive them in local parades and shows and allow the community to enjoy this unique part of Hickory’s history.

George Mills, former Chief of Bay Leaf Volunteer Fire Department, spent a large part of his life as a volunteer fireman. He instilled the love of community service into his son, who from an early age wanted to be a firefighter as well, and went on to begin his volunteer fire service at the age of 16. 




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Posted: Jul 28, 2016

French Fire Trucks Dating Back to Early 20th Century Found in Warehouse

Some of the emergency vehicles in a secret location in rural France are 100 years old Fire departments across country tried, and failed, to raise funds in 1990s to restore and rehouse the retired engines Belgian photographer-urban explorer, Vincent Michel, 55, managed to locate warehouse after hearing rumours Abandoned and caked in dust, these fire engines were once the pride of France's 'brigade des sapeurs-pompiers'.

Packed tightly in a warehouse set up by the authorities, the emergency vehicles - some 100 years old - were meant to have eventually been rehoused in a museum but the plans fell through.

Fire departments across the country tried, and failed, to raise funds in the 1990s to restore the dozens of retired engines.

As a result, the vehicles wound up in this secret location in rural France: a fire engine 'graveyard'. 



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Posted: Jul 28, 2016

Beech Grove Fire Department Holds a Dedication for Its New Fire Engine. - Southside Times

Beech Grove firefighters and community members gathered at Station 57 on Churchman Avenue on July 27 to get a glimpse at the new fire engine during a Fire Truck Dedication. As part of the dedication, firefighters placed their hands on the new engine as South Emerson Church of God Pastor Paul Kirby said a prayer.

As part of the dedication, firefighters placed their hands on the new engine as South Emerson Church of God Pastor Paul Kirby said a prayer. The new engine was then sprayed down with water from the to-be-retired fire engine. Firefighters then pushed the new engine into the station, getting it ready to go out and serve the community.

“It’s going to be a fine truck for the citizens of Beech Grove,” said Brian Butler, engineer. “It will be a nice, safe truck for our firefighters on the job. Safety is something we took number one priority in. We’re happy that Smeal and Hoosier Fire came together to build such a nice engine for us.”

A committee consisting of Beech Grove firefighters Butler, Michael Boone and Brent Henady worked for the past two years to design a fire engine. The firemen listened to the ideas of everyone on their shifts, working together to create the safest, most efficient truck possible within the given budget. The estimated value is $389,000.00 and is paid in full.

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Posted: Jul 28, 2016

Orange County Fire Lieutenant Reprimanded Due to Broken Fire Truck Ordeal

Updated: ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - An Orange County fire lieutenant was reprimanded for choosing to sleep instead of dealing with a serious issue at the fire station, Channel 9 learned. A disciplinary report said the lieutenant and his engineer failed to tell their boss when the only fire truck at the station broke down.

A disciplinary report said the lieutenant and his engineer failed to tell their boss when the only fire truck at the station broke down.

The report said it was a leak in the engine, and the lieutenant mentioned it to maintenance, but chose not to stay awake to show them the problem.

Lt. Erik Quarterman and the engineer, Robert Battle, received written reprimands.

Records show that on May 13, Quarterman reported a leak on engine 43, but he went to bed before finding out the status of the truck.

Battle’s disciplinary form shows he too went to bed instead of waiting on maintenance to finish checking out the truck.

Maintenance eventually reported the truck as “out of service” to dispatch.

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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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