The Raleigh Fire Department has 29 engine companies, nine ladder truck companies and one heavy rescue team. In total, the department has about 175 pieces of “rolling stock” or vehicles, including pumpers, mini-pumpers, pickups, tractor-trailers, boats and SUVs, along with the larger apparatus.
Logistics purchases, equips and maintains the vehicles. Its shop has five mechanics and a supervisor, and the group also test all vehicles annually.
Another key task is maintaining and supplying all RFD safety equipment including personnel protective equipment such as helmets, coats, pants, boots, and gloves. Firefighters turnout gear is custom-fitted, and each member has two sets. A set is replaced every five years.