Tom Shand and Michael Wilbur review rescue squad apparatus and other special service units, as well as discussing the decision of what type of rescue service the department is going to provide.
In the accident, Squad 14 landed on its right side, momentarily trapping the officer. This accident should reinforce the rule that everyone should be seated and wearing seatbelts at all times.
TOM SHAND, who is a Firehouse contributing editor, is a 36-year veteran of the fire service. He works with Michael Wilbur at Emergency Vehicle Response, consulting on a variety of fire apparatus and fire department master-planning issues. Shand is a member of the Firehouse Hall of Fame.
MICHAEL WILBUR, who is a Firehouse contributing editor, retired as a lieutenant in FDNY, where he was last assigned to Ladder Company 27 in the Bronx. He has served on FDNY's Apparatus Purchasing Committee and consults on a variety of apparatus-related issues around the country. Wilbur is a member of the Firehouse Hall of Fame. For further information, access his website at www.emergencyvehicleresponse.com.
