Episode 4: What's Down the Road for Fleet and Special Operations

Episode 4: What's Down the Road for Fleet and Special Operations

Author: Connor Christian August 29, 2022 Duration: 42:00
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If you want to be in the know on what's ahead for Fleet and Special Operations, you won't want to miss Episode Four of the SMFR Podcast. Join Fleet Manager John Frank and Special Operations Chief Scott Richardson as they gear up for new apparatus ahead and talk through the process and timeline for ordering everything from front line units to specialty apparatus and potentially electric vehicles in between.

Episode 4 Topics & Time Codes:

1:26 - John Frank talks through apparatus ordering process
5:16 - Apparatus replacement plan (5-10 years out)
10:18 - Where units go when they are no longer needed at SMFR
11:48 - Keeping up with the needs of our growing organization and district
16:31- Chief Richardson Introduction
17:00 - Tiller details - background, timeline & approval
21:09 - Plan and reasoning for tiller location consideration
23:04 - ARFF apparatus updates
25:11 - Plan for Regional ARFF Training Center
26:03 - HazMat38, Dive Team resources, MedCat, Wildland Type III and VIs
29:58 - Current Focus for Special Ops
31:30 - Impact of Fuel Costs
32:37 - Electric vehicle consideration options
36:18 - Employee and resource hiring/retention in Fleet and Special Ops
39:16 - Fun Fact
41:19 - Closing


SMFR Podcast, created by Connor Christian, is an internal communication hub for the South Metro Fire Rescue community. This podcast focuses on timely topics that matter to SMFR employees, from organizational updates and leadership messages to operational changes and new initiatives. Each episode dives into current events, important questions, and key announcements that affect everyday work and long term careers within the department. Listeners can expect candid conversations with leaders and subject matter experts, practical guidance on policies and procedures, and insights that connect field operations with administrative decisions. Whether you are on shift or off duty, listen episodes to stay informed, engaged, and aligned with SMFRs mission, values, and evolving priorities in the world of public safety and emergency services.
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