Here's where you can learn more about our apparatus, the gear we carry, tools we use, personal protective equipment, etc., as well as some nomenclature and more!

Apparatus

	29-Engine-1: 1979 Ford/Middlesex 750 GPM Front mounted Darley Champion pump 750 gallons of water seats a crew of 2
	29-Engine-3: 1989 Ford/KME 1000 GPM Midship mounted pump 1200 gallons of water Seats a crew of 4 Power inverter Scene Lighting Deck Gun
	29-Utility-1: 1977 Dodge Portable pumps no onboard water seats a crew of 2 carries rescue equipment portable pumps backpack pumps forestry tools, etc.
	29-Forestry-1: 1942 Chevrolet 4 Wheel drive 750 gpm front mounted pump 500 gallons of water forestry tools and equipment

Personal Protective Equipment

	Q:Why does a firefighter wear red suspenders? A: To keep his pants up! The personal protective gear that a firefighter wears today is very specialized, heat/flame resistant, and very high-tech. There are many styles available, and plenty of new materials... here is a typical firefighter's gear. Average weight (including airpak): 50 pounds.
	Helmet: Made of a thermoplastic (or resin coated fiberglass) outer shell for high-impact protection and heat resistance, and a shatterproof face shield. Very strong and lightweight. Some helmets have Kevlar blended in their shells and foam padding on the inside for more comfort.
	Hood: Nomex hood to protect your head and neck from flames.
	Coat: Made of PBI or Nomex, with 3 layers for protection: an outer shell, moisture barrier, and inner thermal liner. Many have leather trim.
	Gloves: Leather and nomex.
	Pants: Made of PBI or Nomex, same construction as coat. Usually have pockets to put tools in.
	Boots: Poly-rubber on the outside and wool on the inside. Also available in leather.
	Airpack: Scott 2.2 air pack.
	Irons: Haligan and fireaxe - the tools of the trade.

Affilliations

Affiliations are some of a firefighters best and most useful tools. Being affiliated with other agencies allows to have access to equipment, manpower, and information that we may not have within our own department.
Madbury is affiliated with the following agencies:

Seacoast Chief Officers Association

NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)

IAFC (International Association of Fire Chiefs)

NH State Firemans Association

NVFC (National Volunteer Fire Council)

IEU - Interstate Emergency Unit

The IEU is a coordination of efforts of several towns which lend 'mutual aid' to other towns in consideration of reciprocal services.

Our IEU designation call number is 29, for example: 29-Engine-3. Each town has its own designation number.

Our IEU color code for equipment identification is GREEN. All of our axes, nozzles, and other tools are identified with a Green mark or strip. Each town has its own color (or color combination) to identify tools when they are used in a multijurisdictional scene.

Apparatus and personnel identification

Apparatus and personnel are designated with different codes for quick identification... here is a short list of designations:

C - Chief
K - Captain
W - Lieutenant
L - Ladder
T - Tanker
E - Engine
U - Utility
F - Forestry
A - Ambulance
M - Medical Personnel (EMT's)

FCC License

Our base station radio (call letters KNJL459) operates under federal license on 154.190 MHz.

We're also licensed for 100 watts on our town frequency.