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Command Unit #1

Command Unit #1


Image Command Unit #1
Stationed: No. 1 Fire Station, 4867 Sperling Ave.

1999 Freight liner 2dr. Cab & chassis. ERS body, 6 cyl cat 300 hp, Allison 6 speed automatic, exhaust brake.

Operation: Used for all fire and major incident calls as a fully functional command centre.

Equipment: lap tops, fax machine, 2 full dispatch radio centers complete with 3 radios each, satellite phones, land line capability, TV/VCR built in, small fridge, seats 3 extra personnel, air conditioned cab & command center, two 6500 W Honda generators on roof with telescoping 3000 W Wilburt light tower, Holmatro portable gas powered jaws, gas detection equipment, and fully enclosed awning area, tables and folding benches in middle compartment.

Personnel: The driver is a Lieutenant for the Assistant Fire Chief; Command officer.