Hose and Nozzle Shop - Sale of Recyclable Metal
2013 NACo Achievement Award Winner
Henrico County, Va., VA
Best In Category
About the Program
Category: Criminal Justice and Public Safety (Best in Category)
Year: 2013
Each fire engine in the Division of Fire carries approximately 2000 feet of various sizes of fire hose, numerous nozzles and appliances for the distribution and application of water to extinguish fires. These items, like most tools that are used by the fire service, are required to be used in very demanding conditions and must be ready for service at all times. The Division of Fireâs in-house Hose and Nozzle Shop is responsible for maintaining, servicing, and repairing all fire hose, nozzles, and related water appliances for all of the Divisionâs companies. In total, the Hose and Nozzle Shop is responsible for keeping more than 20 miles of hose and nearly 250 nozzles and related water appliances in operating condition.