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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 18, 2022

NJ Fire Department Donates Engine to AL Counterpart

On the heels of upgrading its fleet, the South Amboy (NJ) Volunteer Fire Department has decided to donate one of its engines to the Bluff Springs (AL) Volunteer Fire Department, reports tapinto.net.

The department discovered its AL counterpart needed a replacement apparatus, and, with city officials’ approval, the truck was sent to the department earlier this month.

Related: PA Department Donates Two Apparatus to IL Counterpart that ‘Lost Everything’ in Fire

The AL department serves the city of Ashland in Clay County, which boasts a population of 2,037, according to the report.

Engine 10, one of South Amboy’s new fire trucks:

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Posted: Apr 18, 2022

North Port (FL) Celebrates $12M Public Safety Facility

North Port (FL) recently celebrated the opening of Station 86, a $12 million public safety complex comprising a fire and police substation.

It’s the city’s sixth fire station.

The project was funded by the developer of Wellen Park, who will then be reimbursed via impact fees collected over time.

The complex is located along Tamiami Trail at the intersection of Preto Boulevard. It was built by Willis Smith Construction and designed by Plunkett Raysich Architects. Engineering work was completed by Snell Engineering Consultants, AM Engineering Inc., Kimley-Horn and Quest Design Group.

It includes a helipad; a 1,600-square-foot garage; a four-bay, double-deep, 7,000-square-foot apparatus room; and showcases the company’s vintage 1946 Seagrave fire truck.

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Posted: Apr 18, 2022

I’m Parkin’ Here: FDNY Truck Moves Car Blocking Hydrant

There’s a reason why there are laws against blocking a hydrant with your car–and now there’s also video evidence as to why.

THEMAJESTIRIUM1 shot this video of the FDNY responding to a fire in the Bronx. The responding engine had to clear the hydrant, which was blocked by a vehicle. The driver was nowhere to be found, so the department took matters into its own hands.

Lesson learned?

Visit YouTube for more MAJESTERIUM1 Videos.

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Posted: Apr 18, 2022

Corydon (KY) Fire & Rescue Christens Tanker 565

Corydon Fire & Rescue Saturday dedicated its new Tanker 565 with a big ceremony.

The apparatus—which replaces a fire truck that was used for 45 years, according to a report in wevv.com—was purchased via fundraisers and a FEMA grant.

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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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