Title
Resolution Approving Transfer of Personal Protective Equipment to Robeson County Government and Edgecombe County Government
Body
Department: Fire
Council District: All
Public Hearing: N/A
Advertising Date/By: N/A
Contact 1 and Phone: Deputy Chief Michael Swails 336-412-5723
Contact 2 and Phone: Assistant Chief Dwayne Church 336-574-4013
PURPOSE:
To transfer ownership of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) from City of Greensboro to Robeson County Government and Edgecombe County Government.
BACKGROUND:
During Hurricane Matthew flooding, PPE was lost or destroyed in Robeson County and Edgecombe County leaving firefighters without proper protective clothing. PPE has a maximum useful life of ten years. The Greensboro Fire Department has identified 15 sets of Turnout Gear, 20 firefighting hoods, and 5 pairs of firefighting boots that are very near the end of its expiration date but could be used by other local government for a few months until they are able to purchase replacement gear.
BUDGET IMPACT:
There is no budget impact. The PPE was turned in by retiring personnel and only has a few months life before expiration.
RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED:
The Fire Department recommends approval for the transfer of ownership of the PPE.