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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: Feb 8, 2022

Tri-Township (IL) Fire Department Apparatus Hit

A Tri-Township (IL) Fire Department apparatus en route to a call was hit by a Quincy driver Friday morning, reports whig.com.

Officials say the truck was responding to a call for mutual aid around 7:45 a.m. in Lincoln Hills after leaving a call at Titan International. Headed south on 30th Street with lights and sirens on, the apparatus was hit by Amy M. Carter’s 2015 Buick Enclave turning south off Broadway, the report says.

The 32-year-old said she didn’t hear or see the truck, though she was still issued a citation for failure to yield to an emergency vehicle.

The Enclave had to be towed from the scene, but the fire truck was drivable. Officials say some repairs are necessary to the apparatus’ front right bumper before it can get back into service.

No injuries were reported.

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Posted: Feb 8, 2022

Summit (PA) Hose Company Apparatus Involved in Fatal Collision

Jeffrey Wagner died Friday after slamming into the back of a parked Summit (PA) Hose Company apparatus on Route 28, reports wpxi.com.

Just prior to the accident, first responders were concerned something like this would happen, the report says.

Wagner’s vehicle was smashed into the back of the apparatus, the impact of which killed him instantly. First responders were tending to the scene of a separate accident, according to the report.

Wagner, 60, was speeding, swerved to avoid another vehicle, hit the guard rail, and then collided with the apparatus. The accident closed the highway for hours from Exits 13 to 17.

Police officials are investigating.

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Posted: Feb 8, 2022

Photo of the Day: February 8, 2022

Pierce—Glenview (IL) Fire Department pumper. Arrow XT cab and chassis; Cummins X12 500-hp engine; TAK-4 independent front suspension; Waterous CSU 1,500-gpm pump; UPF Poly 500-gallon water tank; 50-gallon foam cell; Pierce Husky 3 single-agent foam system. Dealer: Rick Berndt, MacQueen Emergency, Aurora, IL.

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Posted: Feb 7, 2022

Sellersville (PA) Volunteer Fire Department Raising Funds for High-Water Truck

The Sellersville (PA) Volunteer Fire Department says it is in the process of purchasing a high-water truck.

Fundraising efforts in collaboration with Faith Christian Academy have begun for the apparatus, which will be used during flooding events in town and in the surrounding communities.

“The vehicle is capable of traveling through deep water, allowing us to reach people in need,” the department writes on Facebook. “Our friends at Faith Christian Academy are helping us to reach our goal, and when we get there, we’ll have kindergartner Sammy be our Fire Chief for a day! What an awesome experience!”

For more info, and to make a donation, click here.

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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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