FF's, EMT's, and anyone else... opinion?
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FF's, EMT's, and anyone else... opinion?
Ok, here's the deal...
The supply officer of my AMB. squad has a siren box that we have extra and wants to know if I want it. I was thinking, it would be a good way to get traffic out of my way when responding to calls in my truck but on the other hand, it does seem a bit overboard. What do you guys think??? Not looking to get flamed just want some honest opinions.
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The supply officer of my AMB. squad has a siren box that we have extra and wants to know if I want it. I was thinking, it would be a good way to get traffic out of my way when responding to calls in my truck but on the other hand, it does seem a bit overboard. What do you guys think??? Not looking to get flamed just want some honest opinions.
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97 F-150 Flareside
S/C
4x4 5.4L auto 3.55 LS.
Mods so far:
K Air Filter
SUPERCHIP!
Westin Grille Guard
JVC 12 disc CD Changer
2 (for now) 165 watt KC Daylighters
Must...Resit...Mudder...Syndrome.....
Future Plans
Hidden winch
Lift
Roll Bar
http://www.f150world.com/sprhck/
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From: Henry County, GA
Not sure if you can or not. When checking the NJ statutes:
...then found this...
I guess if you get permission, you should be OK. We've got many volunteer FD/EMT guys that have fully decked their trucks for response.
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">39:3-54.15. Warning lights, sirens
An active chief or first assistant chief of a volunteer fire company recognized by and rendering service in any municipality may display on a motor vehicle owned by him and registered in his name a red emergency warning light or lights, a siren, or both, as prescribed in this act. The size and type of lights and siren, and the location of their controls, shall be determined by the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles.</font>
An active chief or first assistant chief of a volunteer fire company recognized by and rendering service in any municipality may display on a motor vehicle owned by him and registered in his name a red emergency warning light or lights, a siren, or both, as prescribed in this act. The size and type of lights and siren, and the location of their controls, shall be determined by the Director of the Division of Motor Vehicles.</font>
<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">39:3-69. Horns and audible warning devices
<snip> No vehicle shall be equipped with nor shall any person use upon a vehicle any siren, whistle or bell except as otherwise permitted in this section. It is permissible but not required that any vehicle be equipped with a theft alarm signal device which is so arranged that it cannot be used by the driver as an ordinary warning signal. Any emergency vehicle authorized by the commissioner may be equipped with a siren, whistle, or bell capable of emitting sound audible under normal conditions from a distance of not less than 500 feet and of a type approved by the commissioner, but such siren, whistle or bell shall not be used except when such vehicle is operated in response to an emergency call or in the immediate pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law, in which said latter events the driver of such vehicle shall sound said siren, whistle or bell when necessary to warn pedestrians and other drivers of the approach thereof.</font>
<snip> No vehicle shall be equipped with nor shall any person use upon a vehicle any siren, whistle or bell except as otherwise permitted in this section. It is permissible but not required that any vehicle be equipped with a theft alarm signal device which is so arranged that it cannot be used by the driver as an ordinary warning signal. Any emergency vehicle authorized by the commissioner may be equipped with a siren, whistle, or bell capable of emitting sound audible under normal conditions from a distance of not less than 500 feet and of a type approved by the commissioner, but such siren, whistle or bell shall not be used except when such vehicle is operated in response to an emergency call or in the immediate pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law, in which said latter events the driver of such vehicle shall sound said siren, whistle or bell when necessary to warn pedestrians and other drivers of the approach thereof.</font>
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I say mount it. You could tell the cops that you use it as a PA. I would suggest mounting it behind the bumper, thats where I'm going to mount my Airhorn. If you need any help let me know.
Ed
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</A> GOLD RUSH
'99 F150 XLT SC SB 4x2 Harvest Gold
Factory
5.4 - 3.55 limited slip - Trailer towing package - In-dash CD player
Aftermarket
Ford Beanie bear - Slip on extender mirrors - Powerstop brake controller - Covermaster C1000 topper with wing - BugflectorII Ventvisors (front&rear) - Ford Lumi Logo (Front & Rear)- Steelhorse Billet grill - Ford hitch cover - Yellow wire loom - Hyper White head light bulb - Painted to match AVS slotted taillight covers - Ford system 4 alarm - Clear turn signals - "Blazer" strip reflectors under tailgate - FORD script antenna painted to match - Cup holder courtesy lights - IonOptics driving lights as reverse lights - 12 Volt power outlet in bed - Power port/Cigarette lighter courtesy light - 4 Driving lights in grill - K&N filter W/ Airbox removed) - Matching steering wheel cover - Painted engine compartment
On Order
Airhorn (Compressor and 1 gallon tank) - 1 set 6" 150 watt sealed beam offroad lights (Black) - 1 set 5" 100 watt offroad lights (Black) - 1 set Rally 35 watt driving lights (used as DRL) - 1 set oval fog lights - White face gauge kit - Door sill protector (4 color matched)
Next who knows???
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From: southington ct usa
Perhaps you haven't heard the Lawers new phrase "Zone of influance" what it means is if you scare some poor old lady with you siren, and she has an accident, you become liable. I know it sounds like BS, but its happening. I've been a career Firefighter/EMT for 12 years and a volley 5 years before that, my opinion, don't do it!
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