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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 13, 2022

Photos: Waxahachie (TX) Fire Department’s Station 4 Ground-Breaking Ceremony

FA reported last week that the Waxahachie Fire Department planned to break ground for its future Station 4 on Tuesday.

Well, those plans came to fruition as the department did indeed break ground for the facility. See pictures below:

“We had a great Groundbreaking Ceremony for Fire Station 4 today,” the department writes on Facebook. “The new station will be located near Brookside and I-35E on the west side of the freeway. It will serve the south end of I-35E, Waxahachie High School, Main Street/Business 287 from the railroad tracks to the west end of the City, Grand/Solon up to 287 Bypass, the Civic Center, the new Emory Lakes subdivision and the housing developments along Ovilla Road just to name a few areas.

“This will be a great addition to the WFR. It will decrease our response times and thus enable us to intervene in emergency situations more quickly. Thank you to our Council, our City Management Team, our citizens, and for those who serve the citizens, visitors and business of the City as members of the WFR.”

Posted: Apr 13, 2022

Meet Houlka (MS) Volunteer Fire Department’s New Apparatus

A combination of church funds and community donations has allowed the Houlka Volunteer Fire Department to buy and outfit a used fire truck from Natchez Trace EPA, reports djournal.com.

The apparatus, a 2006 Dodge 2500 grass fire/rescue truck, has been in service for a few months and has seen steady action, officials say.

Last year an anonymous local church agreed to put $5,000 toward the purchase if the community would match it. Other local churches and businesses then raised an additional $7,500, and $2,300 more came from fundraisers and donations, according to the report.

The truck replaced a 1986 U. S. Forest Service apparatus, to which it will be returned.

Natchez Trace EPA was originally going to auction off the truck, but one department member who also works there was able to arrange the sale of the vehicle to the department for $1,000; the rest of the funds were used for equipment and such, the report notes.

With all the outfitting, the apparatus is able to go on fire and medical calls.

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Posted: Apr 13, 2022

Lowndes County (GA) Fire Rescue Unveils New Drafting Pit

Lowndes County, Georgia: On Friday, Lowndes County Fire Rescue (LCFR) unveiled its new drafting pit during a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Located at LCFR headquarters, the pit was designed to direct water discharged from the fire truck back into the pit. This feature allows for long periods of pumping without wasting water or creating runoff problems, which reduces environmental impact. The pit holds approximately 40,000 gallons of water.

The new drafting pit’s primary use will be for testing fire engines during annually required intervals and following any pump repairs. It also allows fire apparatus operators to train on getting water from sources other than hydrants such as lakes, ponds, or streams. It will also support training operations on Lowndes County Fire Rescue’s training facility during live burns and training courses. In addition, the pit will serve as an additional supporting water source for firefighting activities in the areas surrounding LCFR headquarters.

According to Lowndes County Manager Paige Dukes, this addition will serve a multi-purpose role in providing needed maintenance, training, and firefighting capabilities. “Our dedicated personnel are always training to work and working to train.  This new resource will enhance our fire department’s efforts to provide the best services for our County’s citizens.”

This project was completed as a part of SPLOST VII. For more information on Lowndes County Fire Rescue, visit, www.lowndescounty.com.

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Posted: Apr 13, 2022

See Warren (AR) Fire Department’s Engine 6

The Warren Fire Department recently unveiled its new fire truck, Engine 6.

City and department officials were on hand for a check presentation from PotlatchDeltic, which helped make possible the purchase.

The new apparatus holds 1,300 gallons of water and boasts modern technology and plenty of storage space, reports salineriverchronicle.com.

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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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