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I agree, NO

I agree, NO

I would agree that the word squad may designate anything, anywhere. I would say that the word is the most commonly used word in the fire service with multiple, multiple definitions. 

I would agree that the word squad may designate anything, anywhere. I would say that the word is the most commonly used word in the fire service with multiple, multiple definitions. 

I would agree that the word squad may designate anything, anywhere. I would say that the word is the most commonly used word in the fire service with multiple, multiple definitions. 

As an add on to "bad box" comment. Last month FDNY put another squad into service. It's Squad 8 on Staten Island. It's in the quarters of E154. E154 was disbanded when Squad 8 went into service. FDNY now has a total of 8 squads. As eluded to in most of these responses, FDNY squads are enhanced engine companies. They run with an engine and carry a full-assortment of extrication and rescue equipment. Each squad has a 2nd Piece called a Haz-Mat Tech unit. Whenever there is Haz-Mat call anywhere in the city, a squad (with their second piece), Haz-Mat Company 1, and the Haz-Mat Battalion are assigned. Manning on the FDNY squads is 6 (1 officer & 5 firefighters).

As an add on to "bad box" comment. Last month FDNY put another squad into service. It's Squad 8 on Staten Island. It's in the quarters of E154. E154 was disbanded when Squad 8 went into service. FDNY now has a total of 8 squads. As eluded to in most of these responses, FDNY squads are enhanced engine companies. They run with an engine and carry a full-assortment of extrication and rescue equipment. Each squad has a 2nd Piece called a Haz-Mat Tech unit. Whenever there is Haz-Mat call anywhere in the city, a squad (with their second piece), Haz-Mat Company 1, and the Haz-Mat Battalion are assigned. Manning on the FDNY squads is 6 (1 officer & 5 firefighters).

A neighboring town has just placed a new engine into service, however they call it a squad. I have a friend in NJ who calls his ambulance a squad. We used to have an engine called a squad in Stamford but changed it to an engine, I was told because the same mattered to ISO. Another neighboring town used to call utilities (including old chief's cars) squads. So what defines a squad in general? I believe in FDNY they are engines with enhanced equipment, which of course brings with it dedicated personnel trained to use that equipment. So do all the departments calling their engines squads make this distinction? What about the places calling their rescues squads, do they do something that other rescues don't or can't?

A traditional fire service squad is a rescue pumper. 
 
Typically, a fully functional engine company with a tank, pump and full compliment of supply and attack line. In addition, a squad will be equipped with rescue tools, struts, cribbing, ropes/hardware, etc.
 
Essentially it's an engine that can be detailed as a 2nd rescue if needed.

Englewood Cliffs EC-2 is a Rescue Pumper It’s ID is a Engine  It has all the equipment for auto accidents  plus Venting & chain saws I am surprised They never wanted it identified as a Squad There’s quite a few towns in Bergen County that run Squad’s as well Dumont Squad 1 Oradell Squad 22 & Fort Lee Squad 6  are some of the Units That I. Know of 

In the early 1940's, FDNY had a couple of Squad companies. They were manpower units only. They reported to incidents and were utilized for whatever was needed. In the 1950's through the late 1960's FDNY Squad Companies were equipped with step vans. They carried basic truck company tools and were again utilized for whatever functions were needed. In the late 1960's, The squads were assigned pumpers and responded as engine companies. Eventually the Squads were disbanded. In 1977, Squad Company 1 was reestablished in the former quarters of Engine 269 which had been disbanded. They were assigned a pumper and also carried Truck Company Tools. They were used for whatever the Chief needed when they arrived at a fire scene. In 1990, Squad 41 was established in the former quarters of Engine 41 in the Bronx. They were assigned a pumper and they along with Squad 1 were part of Special Operations Command. in addition to engine company equipment, they carried truck company tools as well as Hurst Tools, Air Bags and some other rescue related gear. In the late 1990's Engine 18, 61, 252, 270 and 288 became Squad Companies and all squad personnel were trained to the Haz Mat and Rescue Technician level. All Squads were then assigned a second rig (step van) designated as Haz Mat Support Units.

Date: 05/13/2018
Time: 02:11
Location: I95 Exit 3 (Staging is Horseneck Rd near former temporary FD)
District: Greenwich
Channel: Stamford Tac 2 (patched to GFD)
Weather: 48 & Cloudy
Units: E5, R1, U8 (Safety), U121 (Mechanic w/ Cascade Trailer), Greenwich FD, Greenwich PD, Connecticut State PD
Writer:  AFS1970

Description: Mutual Aid Request for divers for a car off I95 into a brook.  Unknown extent of injuries. E5 sent as rescue support company. Safety Officer called back. Mechanic called back but cancelled en route. 

Saturday July 8th For Company 2 ‘s New Rescue  & 3 New Ambulances for the Ambulance Corps Off Facebook site https://www.facebook.com/groups/124477627581629/permalink/2020113684684671/ Will get more details as they come along for us

Rear of the shirt

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
General
Apparatus Type: Rescue Apparatus Sub Type: Heavy Rescue Manufacturer: GMC/Saulsbury Year: 1982 Serial Number: 2104 Color: White over red Chassis/Cab
Manufacturer: GMC Model: General Crew Capacity: 2/6 Doors: 2 Drivetrain
Propulsion: Diesel Body
Manufacturer: Saulsbury Body Type: Walk-in, rear access only Equipment
Generator: 12.5 kW Dimensions
Construction
Disposition
Dedication Date: October 9, 1982 Misc. History: Refurbished by Saulsbury in 1995  
Serious inquiries, please contact me for more info.

Date: 04/23/2018
Time: 10:26
Location: 151 Brookdale Rd (in Bartlett Arboretum)
District: TRFD
Battalion: TRFD1
Channel: Tac 3
Weather: 59 & Sunny
Units: TRFD: U61 (Utility with Haz Mat Equipment)
          SFD: E8, E9 (With ATV), U121 (Mechanic)
          SPD: 4D50, 4A18, 4B28
Writer:  AFS1970

Description: Staff at Arboretum received a report of an overturned ATV on their property. This is on a wooden boardwalk (The Bog Walk) that winds through a swamp. Both ends of this walk are deep into the woods and only accessible by ATV or foot. ATV's are not permitted on this property. Staff located the ATV and found it to be leaking fuel, and no rider in area. FD sent to assess fuel leak in swamp. PD sent to address trespassing issues.  Access to this scene required units to enter from a different road, come up a dirt access road and then walk in to scene. FD personnel were able to determine leak to be less than 5 gallons from a 6 gallon tank. DEEP (Department of Energy & Environmental Protection) notified of leak. While on scene, SPD units located owner walking in area and arrested him. Tow Truck called to remove ATV. FD attempting to start ATV and move it to location that is accessible by Tow Truck.

Date: 04/13/2018
Time: 10:49
Location: 390 Ludlow St / 860 Canal St
District: SPD-2 / SFD-2
Battalion: South End
Channel: Tac 2
Weather: 78 Sunny
Units: SPD: 2A20, 2B35, 8S2 (Patrol Sgt), 8D (Patrol Lt), K9-1, 2P231 (Parks), 3D47, 1C27, K9-6
          SFD: E2, T2, FM103, FM109, FM110
Writer:  AFS1970

Description: Caller reported helicopter landing on roof of building which they believed to be suspicious. PD arrived and found this building formerly had a licensed heliport on the roof. PD determined that pilot had previously landed here but the building was now under new ownership / management and the heliport was no longer maintained and in poor condition, however heliport is still recognized by FAA. 
 
SPD requested fire marshal to evaluate condition of roof. and safety for take off & landing. SPD also consulted by phone with CT State Police Aviation unit. Roof was determined to not be suitable for take off. Fire Marshal requested Engine & truck to stand by due to aircraft on unstable surface. Helicopter was removed by crane at 17:35 and placed on flatbed, then was escorted by police and fire to parking lot of West Beach on Shippan Ave. Helicopter was then removed from flatbed and was able to take off safely at 18:21. 

As Requested, Former Port Chester Fire Headquarters at 110 Willet Ave. 

FDNY Former Quarters Of Ladder 49 at 1079 Nelson Ave in the South Bronx. Up the block from Yankee Stadium. The Former Quarters and Current EMS 17th Battalion is Connected in the Rear. (Closed off once this House was privately sold). 

Former home of Coytesville Protection Company #2 located at 187 Washington Ave   Fort Lee NJ Now a Locksmiths shop This was a single bay Firehouse 

The former quarters of NY Fire Patrol # 2, located on W 3st in Manhattan is now owned by Anderson Cooper. Here are a couple of photos since he renovated the place. The photo with the rig is from when it was still in service.

Caught Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance Unit 73 At the ER this am It’s. GMC (probably an mid 80’s GMC chassis Unsure of Box  possibly a PL) Quite an Impressive Unit Has had many lighting upgrades as well as a stripping refurb  They also added. chevrons to the rear

Tarrytown former fire HQ, adjacent to current

Date: 03/17/2018
Time: 17:13
Location: 63 Orchard St
District: Stamford FD
Battalion: Westside
Channel: Ground 1
Weather: 45 & Sunny
Units: SFD E3,E2,T2,E1,R1,E5 (RIT),C4 (IC), FM108 (C&O),U7 (Safety), C1 (Chief), C2 (Asst. Chief).
          SEMS M1,M901 (Supervisor)
          SPD 1A19,1D14,1B18,2A55,2B76,2A53,8S1 (Sergeant), 8D (Shift Commander)
Writer: AFS1970
Description:  Initial call for fire in rear kitchen of house. Caller said others were on the 2nd floor and could not self evacuate, caller could not get to them to alert or assist them. Caller then said he thought everyone was out. E3 arrived on scene and transmitted the working fire. 2 lines were stretched and fire was knocked down at 17:34.

Here’s MCRU Unit #9  Hospital ID #263 Assigned to Englewood Hospital & Medical Center It’s a Freightliner Rescue 1  walk around  Body each unit features a light tower inflatable heating cooling shelter our unit also features a refrigerator as well as other mass casualty equipment  & Trailer Hatch To tow Task Force trailers containing  ASAP’s & Mobile Cots  blankets assorted supplies They also do limited Decon at Haz Mat  incidents with the Deon trailer This unit can be deployed Anywhere in the state of NJ As part of the EMS Task Force It’s Also Used At large outdoor events