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Needham chief describes PPE and vehicle replacements; committee hears NFPA-driven gear needs
Summary
Public-safety chief told the Finance Committee the PPE request (~$148,009) reflects NFPA changes requiring two full sets per firefighter and about a 10-year life cycle; the committee also heard about replacement of a brush truck and an inspector vehicle.
The Needham public‑safety chief briefed the Finance Committee on personal protective equipment and vehicle replacements planned for FY27. The chief said national standards changed around 2018 and ‘‘now the firefighters are issued 2 sets of gear,’’ creating higher replacement needs and driving part of the $148,009 PPE request. Staff described the…
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