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Battalion Chief's Command Vehicle
So the adventure continues for me in the Logistics Section for my department. An old Fire Captain, turned loose in the office. What a concept. The latest research I had to do was spec-ing out a new Tahoe and Suburban for our line Battalion Chief's in regard to both communications equipment and emergency lighting. I'm starting from scratch here but have just completed the R&D on the components and it's that info that I am sharing with you today... Failure to prepare is preparing for failure... Hopefully, I've my homework here. Please feel free to send your thoughts on this design which was developed by one of our best field Battalion Chief's. This post includes both the materials listing (sans any labor costs) and what the vehicle looks like using these components. This vehicle is designed to be a working vehicle and in my opinion is a very strong design model for others to copy. TCSS, SB Mike
Santa Barbara County Fire Department Battalion Chief's Command Vehicle
Add On's for Communications, Lighting, Command and Control...
Headliner Mounted Mini-Speaker for Scanner
Havis-Shields Co. Center Console (www.havis.com)
*You need to also order a mounting bracket and trak mount for the console.
Console Add-Ons: Map Light, (2) 12-volt power sources and install two radio heads, unitrol siren control and radio frequency scanner (with 800mHz capability).
Rear Lift Gate Hatch: Installed LED Amber Warning Lights (only visible when hatch is open)
Grill Lights Red/Red Split
Side Lights (2) on Front Fenders
Headlight Flasher Unit
Kenwood Radio 12-volt Charger
Bendix King Radio 12-volt Charger
Cole Hersee Dual Battery Selector and Disconnector Switch
Battery Cables (25-feet estimated for hook-up)
Lug Nut Ends (6) attached to the Cables
Kenwood TK-790 UHF Mobile Radios (2) with Control Heads (Front & Back)
Unitrol Siren and Emergency Lighting Control Unit
Bearcat Trunk Tracker Scanner
and more...
EXTERIOR PHOTOS:
INTERIOR PHOTOS:
REAR COMMAND BOX:
This is what we will be using in the future for command boxes. One important point to consider about these (and why we have to wait and budget for them) is that they cost >$3,000.00 each. But they are worth every penny. You get what you pay for here. I am sure many of you have been using these for years.
Santa Barbara County Fire Department Battalion Chief's Command Vehicle
Add On's for Communications, Lighting, Command and Control...
Headliner Mounted Mini-Speaker for Scanner
Havis-Shields Co. Center Console (www.havis.com)
*You need to also order a mounting bracket and trak mount for the console.
Console Add-Ons: Map Light, (2) 12-volt power sources and install two radio heads, unitrol siren control and radio frequency scanner (with 800mHz capability).
Rear Lift Gate Hatch: Installed LED Amber Warning Lights (only visible when hatch is open)
Grill Lights Red/Red Split
Side Lights (2) on Front Fenders
Headlight Flasher Unit
Kenwood Radio 12-volt Charger
Bendix King Radio 12-volt Charger
Cole Hersee Dual Battery Selector and Disconnector Switch
Battery Cables (25-feet estimated for hook-up)
Lug Nut Ends (6) attached to the Cables
Kenwood TK-790 UHF Mobile Radios (2) with Control Heads (Front & Back)
Unitrol Siren and Emergency Lighting Control Unit
Bearcat Trunk Tracker Scanner
and more...
EXTERIOR PHOTOS:
INTERIOR PHOTOS:
REAR COMMAND BOX:
This is what we will be using in the future for command boxes. One important point to consider about these (and why we have to wait and budget for them) is that they cost >$3,000.00 each. But they are worth every penny. You get what you pay for here. I am sure many of you have been using these for years.
Replies to This Discussion
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Permalink Reply by BillySFCVFD on
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Hey Mike,
I suggest some durable fire resistant seat covers. http://www.hatchiebottom.com/firerescue/products_seatcovers.html. The BC might want to give some weary FF a ride after a scene who is caked in soot.
PS I like the crayon box. Are all the colors in there?
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Permalink Reply by Michael on
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Hey Mike I may be able to help out in a few ways when I get a chance I will take a few more pictures for u . But for now this our old and new batt Chief Truck
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Permalink Reply by PA Firefighter on
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nice rig. we have ford excursions - killing us on gas. where do i get the box - looks good.
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Micheal,
Maybe you should install driver's arm rest on the outside. haha .TCSS
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Permalink Reply by Mike Schlags (Captain Busy) Retd on
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and it's red too... looks really sharp.
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Be sure to ask them about GSA pricing... it does make a difference.
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Permalink Reply by Jenny Holderby on
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Great Custom cabinets there. As for your labeling radios have you thought about color coding them? Mark the chargers on the console (on the bases) with the names of the radios (or types) then put colored stickers on the side of the radio as well. We used the old dymo label makers with different colors of tape.
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I used to be a Dymo Labeler fan but now I'm totally sold on the P-Touch. Thanks for the compliment on the cabinet. One of the logistics guys I work with does some awesome work. Problem is now that he is so busy that we are going to be switching over from wood boxes to metal ones that hopefully are lighter. Thanks for the comments Jenny. Stay safe, Mike
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Permalink Reply by Tony P on
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I was thinking that his arm was out because he was trying to stop the door falling off? Has the guy never seen what happens to an arm in a side-swipe collision?
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Permalink Reply by Mark on
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I notice that there is a lot of stuff in that truck. i would go with a 4 door pick up truck it has more room in it . i also noted that there is no room for anyone else to ride in the truck all his gear is in back seat and stuff on the front seat. And with the pickup you can get an extendo bed that slides out and all the gear ,air pack,and another equipment he carries can be on the slide out.
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Then the arm rest would come in handy to put limb in traction. Then add an IV bag hook too. TCSS
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