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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: Apr 28, 2016

Braun Industries Teamed up with CAPE Testing for First Rollover Test

Braun Industries teamed up with CAPE Testing to conduct the Fire/EMS industry's first rollover ambulance crash test. They crashed a 10 year old unit in a test that most closely compares to the anticipated SAE J3057. The test focused on the modular body and roll impact loading, or how well the box holds up in the event of a rollover.
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Posted: Apr 28, 2016

Police Investigating Athens-Clarke County Fire Station Robberies

Athens-Clarke County Police Department is investigating an incident at an Athens fire station where money was stolen from two firefighters. According to the police report, the money was taken from the fire fighter's wallets, which were located in the fire station's locker room.
In all, a total of $80 was stolen, $60 from one firefighter and $20 from another. Both firefighters were at the station training in another part of the building when the robbery took place.

This is the second time in April money was stolen from firefighters.

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Posted: Apr 28, 2016

New Fire Station for Crichton (AL)

A major step has been taken to once again having a fire station in Mobile's Crichton neighborhood. On Tuesday, the Mobile City Council agreed to purchase property at the old Crichton School site to build a new station. The Gus Rehm Fire Station on Moffett Road was closed about a year and a half ago due to mold and other issues.
The Gus Rehm Fire Station on Moffett Road was closed about a year and a half ago due to mold and other issues. The Crichton area hasn't had a fire station since then.

"We need a station that can go up Moffett Road, Crichton, Trinity Gardens, and Midtown," said Mobile City Councilman Fred Richardson who represents the area. "And that's what this station will do."

Pappas says the location of the old station on Moffett Road can't accommodate a new, modern $2.5 million dollar station like the one that will be built on the Crichton school spot. Pappas says it will be very much like the new station built in Theodore three years ago.

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Posted: Apr 28, 2016

The Station-Groves Gear Guard

Are UV Rays weakening your turn out gear? Stop the damage with the Gear Guard by Ready Rack. Available for wall-mounted, freestanding, and mobile Red Racks™ our Gear Guards offer a custom fit to block out UV rays and airborne contaminants such as soot from truck exhaust that may contain harmful carcinogens. The 8-oz. PVC laminate is abrasion- and tear-proof, with antimicrobial and self-deodorizing qualities. Each locker will remain accessible and identifiable as each compartment is individually zippered and labeled.

For more information, visit www.ReadyRack.com.

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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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