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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 13, 2022

Nicholson (MS) Fire Station 2 Burns; Equipment, Apparatus Also Damaged

A fire late Monday night ripped through the Nicholson Volunteer Fire Department station 2, reports WLOX.

There’s video from a bystander showing the interior of the facility engulfed in flames.

The building, located at Jackson Landing and Huey Stockstill roads, was severely damaged, though no injuries were reported, officials say.

In addition to the station, two fire engines and a brush truck, as well as other equipment, were damaged, according to the report.

Five nearby fire departments responded to the fire. Officials are still investigating the cause.

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Posted: Jul 13, 2022

Aerial Apparatus: Use and Training Drills for the Truck Crew

This Webcast will review the types of aerials available today–ladders, platforms, tractor-drawn aerials, water towers, rear mounts, and mid mounts–including pros and cons and operational differences. The class will review some of the important concepts of aerial operations including positioning for rescue or fire attack, stabilization issues, understanding your load capacities, and override and emergency lowering procedures. It will look at a number of aerial device failures and offer some training ideas for teamwork and operator skills.

LOUIS SCLAFANI

LOUIS SCLAFANI has been a member of the Pinellas Park (FL) Fire Department for 30 years. He held the position of shift district chief for 19 years and was training chief for three years. He is an instructor with St. Petersburg College. He was Florida Fire Instructor of the Year in 1994. He has an A.S. degree in fire administration from St. Petersburg College.

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Posted: Jul 13, 2022

Calgary (Canada) May Soon Test Pierce Electric Fire Truck

Calgary’s fire department may soon be testing the first electric fire truck in Canada. Pierce wants to try out its electric fire trucks in different markets and climates, officials say, and Calgary may be in line to test one.

The manufacturer wants to test an electric apparatus in a cold climate, reports cbc.ca, and Calgary, of course, fits the bill. The electric truck can run on batteries for 24 hours but can use a diesel motor if they run out.

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Posted: Jul 13, 2022

Meet Alameda (CA) Fire Department Medic 3

As of July 1, Medic 3 is in service, the Alameda Fire Department announced.

In addition to Engine 3, Rescue 3, and Alameda Care Team 3, Medic 3 is responding from station 3, to better serve the entire community of Alameda.

The Alameda Fire Department now has the following resources available on a daily basis:

Station 1 (Park Street)-
Battalion 1 (1 Chief Officer)
Engine Co. 1 (crew of 3)
Truck Co. 1 (crew of 3)
Medic-1 (crew of 2)
Rescue Boat-1 (cross-staffed)

Station 2 (Pacific Avenue)-
Engine Co. 2 (crew of 3)
Truck Co. 2 (crew of 3)
Medic-2 (crew of 2)
Rescue Boat-2 (cross-staffed)

Station 3 (Buena Vista Avenue)-
Engine Co. 3 (crew of 3)
Rescue Co. 3 (cross-staffed)
Medic-3 (crew of 2)
Alameda Care Team-3 (crew of 2)

Station 4 (Mecartney Road)-
Engine Co. 4 (crew of 3)
Water Tender-1 (cross-staffed)
Medic-4 (crew of 2)

Daily staffing for the Alameda Fire Department is now 29, with the addition of Medic 3.

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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

TBD
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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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