Sunday, January 31, 2021

Jan 31, 2021 - STATION DEFECT

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DateJan 31, 2021
First and Last NameChief Ryman
Entry TypeSTATION DEFECT
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The thermostat for the forward engine bay heater apparently requires 2 AA batteries to function. They have been replaced and it is working again.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Jan 31, 2021 - STATION DEFECT

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DateJan 31, 2021
First and Last NameChief Ryman
Entry TypeSTATION DEFECT
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Forward engine bay heater is not working. The thermostat does have power. Facilities is sending someone out to investigate tonight. The rear heater remains operational.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Friday, January 29, 2021

Jan 29, 2021 - STATION DEFECT

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DateJan 29, 2021
First and Last NameKitner
Entry TypeSTATION DEFECT
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Bay door number 3 repaired
Kitchen sink written up, leaking when water is tuned on at base of faucet
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Jan 29, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 29, 2021
First and Last NameHiggins
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITOTHER
OTHER UNIT
SPECIFY UNIT ID RAT 1
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Wiring for rear spot lights needs to be replaced, spots are working intermittently
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Jan 29, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 29, 2021
First and Last NameHiggins
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITOTHER
OTHER UNIT
SPECIFY UNIT ID Rat 1
Your entry
Rat 1 was taken to Rice Tire for a gash in the side was of the front officer side dual.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Thursday, January 28, 2021

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DateJan 28, 2021
First and Last NameRob Rogers
Entry TypeGENERAL PASS ON
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T715 swapped out at CMF for RAT1 (23's old mid-mount) No other reserve aerials were available/in-service. Hopefully we can make use of the time we have with this unit to check off anyone who isn't a mid-mount driver with the rumored county's multiple mid-mount purchase in the future.
MECHANICAL NOTES
Emergency Repairs were made at CMF today prior to switching over, minor defects remain and need repaired in station:
1. Major air leak found in driver side rear air brake chamber, chamber was rusted out, replaced/repaired by CMF and now unit holds air appropriately.
2. Minor - 3 light bulbs are out: we received replacement bulbs that still need to be installed (we cleared CMF at 1720hrs): two rear spots and the driver's side rear outrigger spot (bulbs will be placed in the captains office).
3. Aerial Stowing Issue - this aerial is temperamental and has a narrow range in which the computer will allow the aerial to bed. CMF had to troubleshoot and check the aerial and eventually applied duct tape to the turn table and chassis to more accurately mark that range, the apparatus will chirp when you are aligned properly. Do not go by the red arrows on the cab/turn table.
4. Left to Right aerial movement, even on "turtle", is extremely sensitive; feather accordingly.
5. Electric controller Left to right movement of the ladder pipe nozzle does not function, a small wrench attached to the nozzle can be used to aim the nozzle but takes a while to do. We can probably find a more efficient tool for this (socket wrench). All other functions work appropriately.
6. Stokes basket on aerial is being temporarily held in by cotter pins, it would be prudent to try and acquire better locking pins for long term use.
EQUIPMENT NOTES
Only equipment NOT switched over to RAT1 from T715:
1. Ground Ladders
2. 14' fiberglass pike pole
3. one headset and a traffic safety vest (left in plastic bin in EMS compt on T715)
The following equipment will not fit as currently laid out and is in the tool shop under the desk at STA15:
Vent Saw from turn table
C1 and C2 SCBA
Spare Headset
Shout out to Ernie Krouse and Steve Wolf at CMF for dropping what they were doing to make sure we got this thing on the road as quickly as possible despite the problems we encountered all day.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?Apparatus change out information only

Jan 28, 2021 - STATION DEFECT

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DateJan 28, 2021
First and Last Namekeefer
Entry TypeSTATION DEFECT
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bay door 3 will not close unless you manually hold in the close button on the wall. old rs moved to bay 3. new rs running out of ambo bay (bay4). ambo running out of bay 8
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Jan 27, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 27, 2021
First and Last NameRob Rogers
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITT715
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A number of things w/u in defect entry page for the truck before it goes out for DOT tomorrow:
1. large quantity of grease/vogel lube found on top of driver side front leaf spring. grease fittings are just above it, so not sure if it was overfilled, lines clogged, etc.
2. engine oil leak from area above drivers side front axle. unable to determine exact source, you can see the oil trail on the axle. old news.
3. airbag indicator light now illuminated constantly.
4. passenger side rear door window switch not operating window. old news.
5. coolant temperature gauge not reading properly, spikes to max temperature and holds position.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Tuesday, January 26, 2021

Jan 26, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 26, 2021
First and Last NameRob Rogers
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITPE715 (PIERCE)
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E715 Old damaged traffic cones replaced with new set from Small Tools. Enjoy.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?Defect Entry (completed) and RMAP requested by Pete Chubb

Monday, January 25, 2021

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DateJan 25, 2021
First and Last NameCaptain Clemens
Entry TypeGENERAL PASS ON
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Two tires replaced T715 officers side front dual axle
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Jan 25, 2021 - GENERAL PASS ON

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DateJan 25, 2021
First and Last NameCaptain Clemens
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2nd contractor was out for the hot water boiler. They put in a work order to lower water pressure to the building. The pressure is at 100 psi and will be reduced to about 75. This is what is causing the relief valve to blow.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Jan 25, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 25, 2021
First and Last NameE. Winston
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITT715
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Truck's officer side front outer dual was found at 1/32. Truck was taken to Rice Tire and both tires were replaced on the front dual combo.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?Truck was already written up previously.

Sunday, January 24, 2021

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DateJan 24, 2021
First and Last NameRobert Marsh
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"Cheat Sheet" for Exits and Emergency Turn Arounds on I95, I495 and ICC added to RS715. Its just a single sheet that's laminated and thrown up in the dash. Please done throw it away.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Saturday, January 23, 2021

Jan 23, 2021 - STATION DEFECT

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DateJan 23, 2021
First and Last NameCaptain Clemens
Entry TypeSTATION DEFECT
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Water Boiler - Relief valve activated and flooded storage room. DGS and HVAC repair man evaluated and said it ain't doing it now. Please keep the breaker box next to it closed to keep water from getting in it if the relief valve hits again.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

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DateJan 23, 2021
First and Last NameCaptain Clemens
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M715 running RA17
Exhaust pipe cracked
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Friday, January 22, 2021

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DateJan 22, 2021
First and Last NameChester Cadogan
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Loner vitals machine has been placed in service on the Ambulance. Our machine is being returned to manufacture for annual PM and calibration. Return date is unknown at this time
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Wednesday, January 20, 2021

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DateJan 21, 2021
First and Last NameWillie O
Entry TypeGENERAL PASS ON
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E715 driver headset malfunctioning. Sent to radio shop. TSR completed
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Jan 20, 2021 - ORDERS (SUPPLIES/EMS/CMF)

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DateJan 20, 2021
First and Last NameRob Rogers
Entry TypeORDERS (SUPPLIES/EMS/CMF)
ORDERING
CMF SUPPLIES ORDER REQUEST
CMF SUPPLIES ORDER
CMF SUPPLIES NEEDED AND QUANTITYBags of Absorbent - 10 bags, Regular Gas (small or large premeasured cans) - request normal resupply quantity

Tuesday, January 19, 2021

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DateJan 19, 2021
First and Last NameChristian Mautz
Entry TypeGENERAL PASS ON
Your entry
Drains in engine bay cleared by plumbers and working properly.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Monday, January 18, 2021

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DateJan 18, 2021
First and Last NameRobert Marsh
Entry TypeGENERAL PASS ON
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New microwave delivered. This one actually spins and warms your entire meal instead of just half. Thank Brian Vane.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Jan 18, 2021 - GENERAL PASS ON

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DateJan 18, 2021
First and Last NameRobert Marsh
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T715 Small Tools Write Ups:
- Metal clip on Stokes basket exterior lashing missing
- Blue Rigging Bag missing: 1 Large Carabiner - 1 Tri Link
- Orange Rigging Bag missing: 2 Double Sheave Pulleys - 3 Small Carabiners

IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Sunday, January 17, 2021

Jan 17, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 17, 2021
First and Last NameKyle Gallagher
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITT715
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Dually tire tread deapth for two tires were low. Were written up
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Saturday, January 16, 2021

Jan 16, 2021 - STATION DEFECT

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DateJan 16, 2021
First and Last NameChief Ryman
Entry TypeSTATION DEFECT
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air compressor supplying the plymovent system has a hose leaking. It was shut off to keep it from running nonstop and burning up the compressor.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

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DateJan 16, 2021
First and Last NameAndrew Wooden
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T715 Ventis Meter failed calibration, meter repair request done and submitted. E715B meter Ventis Meter placed on T715 until meter is repaired.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Jan 16, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 16, 2021
First and Last NameChief Ryman
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITRS715 (E-ONE)
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AES came out yesterday to replace the handle on the Genesis Tri-pump. He also investigated the leak on the red/black line. The line was leaking when not charged but fine when charged. AES is asking that if we have that issue again, please turn off the line at the pump on the roof and do not tighten so it can be investigated untouched.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Friday, January 15, 2021

Jan 15, 2021 - STATION DEFECT

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DateJan 15, 2021
First and Last NameLouis Wright
Entry TypeSTATION DEFECT
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Vacuum truck cleaned all the drain lines in the engine room. There is still a clog between bay's 3 & 4. DGS was on site and will return with a plumber and try again
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Jan 15, 2021 - STATION DEFECT

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DateJan 15, 2021
First and Last NameLouis Wright
Entry TypeSTATION DEFECT
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Fuel nozzle and elbow connector replaced.

Thursday, January 14, 2021

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DateJan 14, 2021
First and Last NameMister
Entry TypeGENERAL PASS ON
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A new/used fridge was delivered and placed next to the ice machine. The use of it is unknow. The soda vending machine was place out by the generator for pick-up. The only way in fits out of the firehouse.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Jan 14, 2021 - STATION DEFECT

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DateJan 14, 2021
First and Last NameMister
Entry TypeSTATION DEFECT
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Engine bay floor drains are clogged. Please refrain from washing apparatus inside. Sanitation will be out tomorrow to pump and jet all of them.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Jan 13, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 13, 2021
First and Last NameAndrew Wooden
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITOTHER
OTHER UNIT
SPECIFY UNIT ID RE-7 Crimson
Your entry
During morning check-outs RE-7 was found to have a flat Driver's side inner dual tire. S and S tire was called out, and tire was completely replaced due to wearing and rubbing of the tire.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?Yes to S and S tire, resolved

Jan 13, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 13, 2021
First and Last NameKeefer
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITPE715 (PIERCE)
Your entry
Crimson
Driver side inner dual found flat.
Rice tire replaced tire and valve stems
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Monday, January 11, 2021

2020 Stats

A few personnel have asked for these: 

Total Incident responses for FS15: 5,436

Total Unit Responses: 9,209

Responses by unit

Unit Responses
A715 2521
M715 1976
PE715 1967
T715 1366
RS715 862
A715B 382
ALS715 326
C715 188
B715 3


Michael Ryman
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Burtonsville VFD
13900 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, Md 20904
Cell: 570-766-9054




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Jan 11, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 11, 2021
First and Last NameKitner
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITT715
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2 rear tires on officers side replaced
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

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DateJan 11, 2021
First and Last NameBenjamin Brighton
Entry TypeGENERAL PASS ON
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Orange trauma/c-collar bag removed from PE715. This has been removed from the required inventory. C-collars are in the Green BLS bag.

Saturday, January 9, 2021

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DateJan 09, 2021
First and Last NameChief Ryman
Entry TypeGENERAL PASS ON
Your entry
The E715B MDC is back on the unit.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Friday, January 8, 2021

Jan 08, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 08, 2021
First and Last NameChief Ryman
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITRS715 (E-ONE)
Your entry
AES performed the 10 hour service on all Genesis tools yesterday. All tools were re-torqued to the appropriate specifications. Only one tool was found with much change, there is no immediate explanation or need for action. Additionally the damage to the All 9 blades was inspected and filed down and the replacement blade inserts found on one of the C236s were found to be the wrong inserts. These were swapped out with a correct pair, however it is not a brand new set. He will go direct with small tools about stocking the correct inserts. The broken handle on the portable pump is not in yet. He will be back next week to swap that out when it comes in.
The Genesis tools county-wide have been placed on an every 6 months service program rather than the annual service previously utilized, so expect another service in mid-late June.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Thursday, January 7, 2021

UT715 struck by M715

The rear corner of M715 struck the plow on UT715 yesterday evening. Barely visible damage to the plow and scrape to rear driver's side compartment of M715. 

The plow will be removed from the UT this weekend. It's still attached to deal with an electrical issue. 

Michael Ryman
Fire Chief
Burtonsville VFD
13900 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, Md 20904
Cell: 570-766-9054




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Paratech updates

Our hydra fusion strut came back yesterday. 

The anchor ring for the monopod came in. It is in the bottom of the compartment for now. When the squad goes out for defects I'll have to mounted. 



Michael Ryman
Fire Chief
Burtonsville VFD 
570-766-9054 




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Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Jan 06, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 06, 2021
First and Last NameRobert Marsh
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITOTHER
OTHER UNIT
SPECIFY UNIT ID PE715 (RE7) Crimson
Your entry
PE715 (RE7) Crimson - The Butterfly valve on the Drivers MIV is cracked. This allows water to bypass this valve even when its closed. With the 2 1/2" Blind cap on it takes care of most of the problem. The issue that can/will occur though is the freezing of this cap with colder temperatures. It has been written up with CMF as well.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

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DateJan 05, 2020
First and Last NameCalderon
Entry TypeGENERAL PASS ON
Your entry
Thermometer missing on A715
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Tuesday, January 5, 2021

RS715 Driveshaft

The driveshaft on RS715 is rubbing the generator PTO. It is not making contact when parked on level ground but has clearly been rubbing for some time. Aside from the drive shaft and the PTO housing being worn down, there is currently no further damage to either part. Defect Entry completed.  






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Jan 05, 2021 - MAP CORRECTIONS

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DateJan 05, 2021
First and Last NameWillie O
Entry TypeMAP CORRECTIONS
Map Corrections
Map Correction requestNote for Map 25B in rescue squad indicating that the squad cannot clear the first Ct/entrance to the town houses on Berleigh Hill Ct??

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DateJan 05, 2021
First and Last NameWillie O
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The belly box on the Rescue Squad cannot clear the entrance to the town houses on Berleigh Hill Ct. A note was made on the map.

Monday, January 4, 2021

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DateJan 04, 2021
First and Last NameChief Ryman
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The service call issue at 3112 has been passed on to MIH. Apparently PG units will not be sent on these types of calls there, so if you see them alerted, its safe to assume an MCFRS unit will be alerted shortly thereafter.
I spoke with the DOC tonight to confirm that it is being tracked. They are requesting that moving forward if we do run this call, personnel make a point of selecting the MIH referral when reporting.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Sunday, January 3, 2021

Jan 03, 2021 - APPARATUS DEFECT

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DateJan 03, 2020
First and Last NameChief Ryman
Entry TypeAPPARATUS DEFECT
APPARATUS DEFECT
UNITA715
Your entry
The first net phone in A715 is locked in the dock. The locking mechanism was never removed. Russel Hartung will be out to handle. The lack of thought utilized in the mounting location had also been pointed out.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

Saturday, January 2, 2021

Jan 02, 2021 - ORDERS (SUPPLIES/EMS/CMF)

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DateJan 02, 2021
First and Last NameEMT Nima Sheybani
Entry TypeORDERS (SUPPLIES/EMS/CMF)
ORDERING
EMS SUPPLIES ORDER REQUEST
EMS SUPPLIES ORDER
EMS SUPPLIES TAKEN/NEEDS AND QUANTITYNo X-Large gloves, adult NCs, or hemostatic agents (QuikClot/Celox) in EMS supply room).

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DateJan 02, 2021
First and Last NameEMT Nima Sheybani
Entry TypeGENERAL PASS ON
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A715 vitals monitor will not power on, A715 ePCR left monitor hinge is broken.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

Friday, January 1, 2021

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DateJan 01, 2021
First and Last NameCaptain Clemens
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The new striker/igniter for the petrogen torch was placed on the Rescue Squad. The spare flints were placed in the big tool box in the bottom tray.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO

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DateJan 01, 2021
First and Last NameCaptain Clemens
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The fill valve doesn't open well. Possibly a knob issue. We were barely able to fill cylinders today.
The #1 Large cascade cylinder leaks again when open.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?YES

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DateJan 01, 2021
First and Last NameRobert Marsh
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- Station is out of Bar Oil
- I labeled some shit in the Rescue Squad Chain Compartment. Hope you like it.
IF DEFECT, WAS A REPAIR REQUEST MADE?NO