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Council approves purchase of new hydraulic extrication tools for fire department
Summary
The City Council approved the purchase of a new set of hydraulic extrication tools (cutter, spreader, ram) to replace older units; staff said the set is budgeted and includes an underwater-capable model to improve rescue options.
St. Clair Shores City Council approved a purchase request for a new set of hydraulic extrication tools for the fire department to replace existing equipment.
Battalion Chief Chad Hivenin told council the set — a cutter, spreader and hydraulic ram (commonly referred to as the “jaws of life”) — offers increased speed, larger cutting capabilities and a new feature: the ability to operate underwater. He said the department budgeted for the replacement in the current fiscal year and that buying the same brand helps maintain common training and ease of use across engines.
Councilmember Kearns moved to approve the purchase; Councilwoman Rusey seconded. The motion passed on a voice vote.
City staff noted the new set will allow an equivalent capability to be placed on the reserve engine so a frontline response is not dependent on hydraulic lines from another vehicle. No cost detail was recorded in the meeting discussion transcribed for this item; staff described the purchase as budgeted for the current year.
