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The Professional Volunteer Fire Department: Insights with Chief John Salka In this episode of The Professional Volunteer Fire Department, Chief John Salka, a seasoned FDNY veteran and lifelong volunteer firefighter, digs into the realities of today’s volunteer fire service. From recruitment challenges and background checks to the crucial role of professionalism without paychecks, Salka shares hard-earned wisdom on the true meaning of service. He reflects on the struggles of turnout numbers durin

The goal for the Warrenton Volunteer Fire Company was to achieve a shorter overall length and height than their current rigs without having to sacrifice equipment space. This was accomplished with their #ArrowXT #Pumper. Because the department went with a smaller rig, the 5-man cab utilizes space with maximum compartmentation. For an easier wipe down after taking calls, a vinyl interior was chosen as part of the CARE initiative. Each intake on the pump panel has an auxiliary primer in order to n