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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: Jun 16, 2022

Lost PA Fire Helmet Returns Three Years, Hundreds of Miles Later

Franklin Park (PA) Firefighter Dave Vodarick lost his helmet working a water rescue in 2019, presumably for good.

But fast-forward three years and hundreds of miles all the way to Maysville (KY), where a kayaker on the Ohio River spotted the helmet floating in the water in May, reports CBS.

After determining what the object was, the man sent it on its way back to PA.

The helmet originally went missing when firefighters were called to assist a school bus trapped in flood waters, and the current was so strong it nearly washed Vodarick away.

Now, fire officials say the wayward gear will be placed in the department trophy case.

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Posted: Jun 16, 2022

Photos: See Kennewick (WA) Break Ground for Fire Station 1

The City of Kennewick Monday held a ground-breaking ceremony for its future Fire Station 1.

The facility, which will also serve as the Fire Administration Building, will sit on 2.4 acres on 10th Avenue, which aims to cut down on response times.

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Posted: Jun 16, 2022

Photo of the Day: June 16, 2022

Sutphen—Liberty Township Fire Department, Powell, OH, SPH 100 aerial platform quint. Monarch cab and chassis; Cummins X12 500-hp engine; Hale Qmax 1,500-gpm pump; 100-foot aerial platform; Smart Power 10-kW generator; stainless steel body; Whelen warning lights; FRC LED scene lights; Hannay cord reel. Dealer: Andy Herb, Herb Fire Equipment, Powell, OH.

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Posted: Jun 16, 2022

FDIC International 2022 Exhibitor Showcase: Technimount System Inc.

Technimount EMS is proud to have introduced a new product line dedicated to perfusion and infusion pumps. Leading the way in providing outstanding solution to Critical Care Transport (CCT) teams, these unique and innovative mounting systems secure multiple pumps during air and ground Critical Care Transport.

More: https://www.technimount.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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