Auxiliary Rescue Units (ARU)

Each of the 8 Technical Rescue Units has one Auxiliary Rescue Unit (ARU) as part of the equipment cache.  Additional Auxiliary Rescue Units are located in the following:

Cost:

$121,350

Description:

The Auxiliary Rescue Unit is a multi-faceted, self-contained rescue trailer.  A 44 horsepower diesel engine and a 20KVW generator power the units.  Fixed equipment includes a full range of hydraulic core technology extrication tools, two 900-watt light towers, a breathing air compressor system, four cascade air tanks and storage for additional equipment.  All of the equipment is encased in a trailer that can be easily pulled by a 1-ton pick-up.

Capabilities:

• Rapid deployment of primary or secondary emergency equipment
• Extrication equipment for vehicular, agricultural and industrial incidents
• Lighting to assist in nighttime emergencies
• Provide breathing air to refill cylinders on the emergency scene
• Provide constant air source for air equipment needs
• Provide a source for electricity at incidents

Team:

* For the three communities with just the Auxiliary Rescue Unit:

• At least 6 team members trained in Vehicle/Machinery Extrication