Basic Vehicle Rescue Certification
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Congratulations to Firefighter Brad Kemsey for attending basic vehicle rescue classes and ultimately achieving the rescue certification. The Forbes Road Fire Department responds to many vehicle accidents annually and this certification is vital to our organization.
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Fire Fighter II Certification
Congratulations to Chief Robert Rosatti, Assistant Chief Steven Rosatti, Firefighter Jeffrey Paulich, and Firefighter William Rapone on achieving their Fire Fighter II certifications. In order to be eligible to test for this certification these members had to be certified as a Fire Fighter I, Haz-Mat Operations, and Basic Vehicle Rescue. This certification also required an extensive application, practical skills exam, and a written exam. This is considered an advanced firefighter certification.
Fire Fighter I Certification
Congratulations to Firefighter Bradley Kemsey and Firefighter James Dzurica on achieving their Fire Fighter I Certifications. This certification is a Pro-Board Accreditation which is an International Accreditation for Fire Service Organizations. In order to be eligible to test for this certification this member was required to complete over 200 hours of training in an Essentials of Fire Fighting class with Live Burn Session, Haz-Mat Operations, CPR, First Aid, a several station practical exam, and a written exam.
Memorial Call - Life Member Anthony Radomski
Anthony P. "Tony" Radomski, 74, of Greensburg, died Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, in Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville. He was born Nov. 21, 1946, in Greensburg, a son of the late Anthony and Lucille (Duke) Radomski. He was raised in Forbes Road, where he attended St. Mary's Church and was known as Antek. He was a graduate of Greensburg Central Catholic High School. Tony had been the owner and operator of AP Radomski Composting, Trucking, and Contracting. He was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, Delmont. Tony was also a member of the Police Rod and Gun Club, IUOE Local No. 66, and was a life member of the Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Company. He had also been an EMT with the original Mutual Aid volunteers. He enjoyed playing ball from little league to church and firemen leagues. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was an avid golfer, belonging to Norvelt Golf League and played in many outings with lifelong friends and "golf buddies." Tony was known for his unique, quick-witted sense of humor and will be deeply missed. He did the right thing for the right things sake and selflessly gave, never wanting recognition. He had the biggest heart and truly cared about others. He is survived by his wife, Diane (Moon) Radomski; children, Shelly A. Znosko (Kevin) and Bethanne M. Radomski; sister, Patricia L. Mohar (Joseph) and their children, Kimberly A. Fleisch (Matt) and Aaron J. Mohar (Erin); three brothers-in-law, William Moon (Penny) and their children, William M. Moon (Carrie) and Laura Cox (Matt) and David Moon (Ruth) and their children, Daniel and Timothy Moon and Richard Moon (Linda); numerous cousins, especially "Cuz"; and many dear friends. There will be no public visitation and all services are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Salem Lutheran Church, 301 E. Pittsburgh St., Delmont, PA 15626, the Humane Society of Westmoreland County, P.O. Box 1552, Greensburg, PA 15601, or to a charity close to your heart. www.bachafh.com.
Memorial Call - Life Member Thomas Watkins
Thomas Watkins, 84, of Jeannette, died Friday, Jan. 3, 2020, in Barnes Place, Latrobe. He was born June 24, 1935, in Crabtree, a son of the late William and Mary Robb Watkins. Tom loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a proud veteran of the Marine Corps, serving during the Korean War, and held to the adage "once a Marine, always a Marine." He was a retired foreman for the former General Tire (OMNOVA) Jeannette and was a life member of the Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department. He was a social member of the Crabtree Volunteer Firehall and a member of the Westmoreland County Fireman’s Association and the American Legion. Tom, along with his family, were diehard fans of the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Eleanor Louise Czerpak Watkins; and his brother, William Watkins, both in 1978. He is survived by his second wife of 38 years, Vivian A. Galando Watkins; two sons, Thomas J. Watkins, of Meadville, and Mark A. Watkins, of Delmont; two grandchildren, Vanessa A. Watkins (Chad Rager), of New Castle, and Anthony R. Watkins, of Uniontown; a great-grandson, Isaac T. Rager; two sisters, Mary Ann Yanity (Gene), of Crabtree, and Nancy Watkins, of New Alexandria; and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Tom from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday in the CLEMENT L. PANTALONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 409 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, PA 15601, 724-837-0020. Parting prayers will be held at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home, followed by a funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10 a.m. in St. Bartholomew Church, Crabtree, with Father Justin Matro, OSB celebrating. Interment with military honors will follow in Calvary Hill Cemetery, Crabtree. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation, 4401 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Tom's family has entrusted his care to the Pantalone Funeral Home Inc., Greensburg. To share your memories and photos, offer your condolences, or for directions, please visit us at www.pantalone.com. Natale N. Pantalone, supervisor.
Fire Fighter 1 Certification
Congratulations to Firefighter William "Billy" Rapone on achieving his Fire Fighter I Certication. This certification is a Pro-Board Accreditation which is an International Accreditation for Fire Service Organizations. In order to be eligible to test for this certification this member was required to complete over 200 hours of training in an Essentials of Fire Fighting class with Live Burn Session, Haz-Mat Operations, CPR, First Aid, a several station practical exam, and a written exam.
$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement Award
CONGRATULATIONS to Firefighter Garison Andolina for being awarded a $10,000 tuition reimbursement by the WestCoFire SAFER Grant. To be eligible, FF Andolina had to achieve Firefighter 1 certification and maintain a certain GPA during his higher education. FF Andolina is currently enrolled at Penn State University Main Campus in the ROTC Training Program planning to serve our country as part of the US Navy.
Familiar Faces
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Throughout Westmoreland County, you may notice several billboards advertising volunteer firefighters. This is all advertising made possible by the WestCoFire SAFER Grant funded by FEMA. The WestCoFire Grant is to be used to fund recruitment and retention efforts of fire departments in Westmoreland County. Three of our members were selected to be used for advertising in commercials, social media ads, and billboards. Selected were Firefighter Garison Andolina, Firefighter Brian Fritz, and Assistant Chief David Mutnansky.
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Grant Awarded for $94,652.00 by FEMA
Through long hours of paperwork, it is with great pride that we get to announce that the Forbes Road Fire Department, Salem Township Volunteer Fire Company #2 has been awarded the 2018 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) for $94,652.00. This grant is very competitive nationwide and is a huge success to receive such an award. This program has saved countless fire departments across the country by enabling them to purchase equipment and fire apparatus that they would otherwise be unable to afford. This grant will be utilized to replace all the fire hose on the apparatus, upgrade to 5 inch diameter supply hose, and purchase/replace several fire radios. This project wouldn't have been able to be accomplished without the support from FEMA.
Fire Officer 2 & Fire Instructor 2
Congratulations to Assistant Chief David Mutnansky for achieving his Fire Officer 2 and Fire Instructor 2 certifications. These certifications not only apply to the operational level of fire fighting, but mainly to the administrative level. These certifications are accredited by the Professional Board of Qualifications are very advanced for a small community fire department such as ours.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification
Congratulations to Firefighter Jeff Greece for passing his emergency medical technician test and achieving his EMT certification. To achieve this certification, FF Greece had to attend EMT class for several months and participate in observation shifts on an ambulance. The Forbes Road Fire Department responds to several calls annually for sick or injured patients. FF Greece's EMT certification is a great benefit to the department and community.
Basic Vehicle Rescue Certifications
Congratulations to Captain Adam Bayura, Firefighter John Durco, Firefighter Jeff Paulich, Firefighter Brian Fritz, and Jr. Firefighter Laiden Grebeck for attending basic vehicle rescue classes throughout the summer and ultimately achieving the rescue certification. The Forbes Road Fire Department responds to many vehicle accidents annually and this certification is vital to our organization.
Fire Fighter 1 Certification
Congratulations to Firefighter Garison Andolina on achieving his Fire Fighter I Certication. This certification is a Pro-Board Accreditation which is an International Accreditation for Fire Service Organizations. In order to be eligible to test for this certification this member was required to complete over 200 hours of training in an Essentials of Fire Fighting class with Live Burn Session, Haz-Mat Operations, CPR, First Aid, a several station practical exam, and a written exam.
FREE Smoke Detectors and 9V Batteries
The Forbes Road Fire Department has partnered with the Red Cross and Westmoreland Cleanways & Recycling to provide increased safety in your home. Our department is offering and will install FREE Smoke Detectors and 9V Batteries to anyone that requests them in Salem Township and neighboring communities. The smoke detectors come with a 10 year battery installed. The 9V batteries will be provided for any existing smoke detectors in the residence. At the time of delivery, a fire department member will provide home fire safety tips. If interested, please click on the "SMOKE DETECTORS/BATTERIES" tab on the left, fill out the form, and a fire department representative will be in contact with you shortly.
Air Monitoring for First Responders Class
On Thursday, February 28, 2019 members of the Forbes Road Fire Department and other neighboring departments attended an Air Monitoring for First Responders (AMFR) Class sponsored by the PA State Fire Academy Alternative Energy Emergency Response Training Program. The class went over the use and hazards when monitoring atmospheres with multi-gas monitors. Thanks to Scott Held and Bill Wright for their knowledge and excellent instruction.
Hazmat Incident Commander Certification
Congratulations to 2nd Assistant Chief David Mutnansky on achieving his Hazardous Materials Incident Commander Certification. This certification is a Pro-Board Accreditation which is an International Accreditation for Fire Service Organizations. Asst. Chief Mutnansky is currently certified at the Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations, and Hazmat Technician levels.
Fire Fighter I Certification
Congratulations to Firefighter Dylan Crystaloski on achieving his Fire Fighter I Certication. This certification is a Pro-Board Accreditation which is an International Accreditation for Fire Service Organizations. In order to be eligible to test for this certification this member was required to complete over 200 hours of training in an Essentials of Fire Fighting class with Live Burn Session, Haz-Mat Operations, CPR, First Aid, a several station practical exam, and a written exam.
Memorial Call - Life Member Michael "Micky" Bayura Sr.
Michael T. "Micky" Bayura Sr., 84, of Forbes Road, died Friday, Sept. 21, 2018, at Westmoreland Hospital. He was born July 6, 1934, in Forbes Road, Pa., a son of the late Joseph J. and Rose Balog Bayura. Micky was a member of St. Bartholomew Church. Prior to retiring from GGI after working for five years as a glass cutter, he had worked as a glass cutter and guard at St. George Crystal in Jeannette for seven years, and Westmoreland Glass. He was a member of the Forbes Road Fire Department and served in the past as president, vice president, trustee and captain. He was also a member of the American Flint Glass Workers' Union Local No. 533, where he also had held the office of president, vice president and steward. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Mae Bortz Bayura; a daughter, Lori Ann Smith, four brothers, Frank, George, John J. and Joseph J. Bayura; three sisters, Rose Piccinini, Mary Alford and Lucille Massera; and his longtime companion, Victoria Damato. Micky is survived by his two sons, Michael T. Bayura Jr. (Debra) and James C. Bayura (Ruth), both of Greensburg; a daughter, Phyllis J. McArdle (Bruce), of Spotsylvania, Va.; nine grandchildren, Adam, Amy, Megan, Matthew, Christina, Jessica, Justin, Kimberly and Rebecca; several great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Micky from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday in the CLEMENT L. PANTALONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 409 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, PA 15601, 724-837-0020. Parting prayers will be held at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home, followed at 10 a.m. by a funeral Mass to be celebrated in St. Bartholomew Church, Crabtree. Interment will follow in Twin Valley Memorial Park.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, P.O. Box A, Crabtree, PA 15624, or Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Company, 332 Fire Station Road, Forbes Road, PA 15633. Micky's family has entrusted his care to the Pantalone Funeral Home Inc., Greensburg. To share your memories and photos, offer your condolences or for directions, please visit www.pantalone.com, Natale N. Pantalone, supervisor.
Published in Greensburg Tribune Review on Sept. 24, 2018
Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Micky from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday in the CLEMENT L. PANTALONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 409 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, PA 15601, 724-837-0020. Parting prayers will be held at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home, followed at 10 a.m. by a funeral Mass to be celebrated in St. Bartholomew Church, Crabtree. Interment will follow in Twin Valley Memorial Park.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, P.O. Box A, Crabtree, PA 15624, or Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Company, 332 Fire Station Road, Forbes Road, PA 15633. Micky's family has entrusted his care to the Pantalone Funeral Home Inc., Greensburg. To share your memories and photos, offer your condolences or for directions, please visit www.pantalone.com, Natale N. Pantalone, supervisor.
Published in Greensburg Tribune Review on Sept. 24, 2018
Fire Fighter I Certifications
Congratulations to Firefighter Robert "Zippy" Bankosh, Firefighter Brian Fritz, Firefighter Jeff Greece, and Firefighter Jeff Paulich on achieving their Fire Fighter I Certications. This certification is a Pro-Board Accreditation which is an International Accreditation for Fire Service Organizations. In order to be eligible to test for this certification these members were required to complete over 200 hours of training in an Essentials of Fire Fighting class with Live Burn Session, Haz-Mat Operations, CPR, First Aid, a several station practical exam, and a written exam. This is quite an achievement for a small, rural, volunteer organization and shows our members dedication to training and providing professional level services to our community.
Fire Officer I Certification
Congratulations to Assistant Chief David Mutnansky on achieving his Fire Officer I Certification. In order to be eligible to test for this certification Asst. Chief Mutnansky had to be certified as a Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Haz-Mat Operations, and Fire Instructor I. This certification also required many hours of paperwork, practical skills exam, and a written exam. Assistant Chief Mutnansky is the first to achieve this level of certification in the department.
Hazmat Operations Certification
Congratulations to Firefighter Brian Fritz on achieving his Hazmat Operations Certification. Firefighter Fritz had to complete a Hazmat Operations Course and be certified in Hazmat Awareness prior to being eligible to test for this certification. The test consisted of several practical skills and a written exam.
Condolences to the Hutchinson Family and the
Greensburg Fire Department
The Forbes Road Fire Department offers condolences to the Greensburg Fire Department on the passing of their former Fire Chief, John Edward Hutchinson "Hutch." Although he wasn't a member of our department, he was very influential in its beginnings. "Hutch" was only a phone call away and would go above and beyond to assist. With all his years as the fire chief, he was most likely the oldest and longest lasting, if these records were recorded. He is a legacy to the area and will always be remembered for his tactics and behaviors. Rest in Peach Chief.
Memorial Call - Life Member James "Barney" Daniels
James Dorsey "Barney" Daniels, 74, of Calimesa, Calif., passed away Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018. He was born Aug. 3, 1943, in Luxor. He was the son of the late Joseph Bayura and Annabelle (Ruffner) Bayura, of Forbes Road. James was a retired truck driver, a veteran of the Army and a lifetime member of the Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department. He was preceded in death by his brother, Larry Daniels; sister, Nancy (Daniels) Gray; and an infant brother. He is survived by his loving wife, Wanda, of 32 years; children, James Daniels and Melinda Runkles; sisters, Beverly (Daniels) Shanahan and husband, Thomas, and Deborah (Bayura) Tarau and husband, Barry; brothers, Joseph Bayura and wife, Eva, and Robert Bayura and wife, Erika; brothers-in-law, Bruce Gray; and two grandchildren, five stepchildren and step-grandchildren.
A memorial is being held Monday, Feb. 5, 2018, at Emmerson Bartlett Memorial Chapel, 35208 Yucaipa Blvd., Yucaipa, Calif., followed by a military burial in Yucaipa, Calif. Published in Greensburg Tribune Review on Feb. 3, 2018
A memorial is being held Monday, Feb. 5, 2018, at Emmerson Bartlett Memorial Chapel, 35208 Yucaipa Blvd., Yucaipa, Calif., followed by a military burial in Yucaipa, Calif. Published in Greensburg Tribune Review on Feb. 3, 2018
Fire Instructor I Certifications
Congratulations to Assistant Chief David Mutnansky and Firefighter Stephen Yusko on achieving their Fire Instructor I certifications. These members had to attend an Education Methodology Course accredited by the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy, perform a practical exam by demonstrating ability to instruct peers, and pass a written exam.
New Utility Truck Placed in Service
There is a new apparatus that will be responding to calls. Our department has recently purchased a Ford F-350 Utility truck. The chassis was purchased through Ligonier Town and Country Ford and the body was installed by J & J truck bodies. This vehicle replaces a 1990 Chevrolet Suburban that was leased from Westmoreland County. The new apparatus will respond on EMS related incidents and other public service related responses.
Fire Fighter II Certifications
Congratulations to Assistant Chief David Mutnansky and Firefighter Stephen Yusko on achieving their Fire Fighter II certifications. In order to be eligible to test for this certification these members had to be certified as a Fire Fighter I, Haz-Mat Operations, and Basic Vehicle Rescue. This certification also required an extensive application, practical skills exam, and a written exam. Assistant Chief Mutnansky and Firefighter Yusko are the first to achieve this level of certification in the department
Hard Work Pays Off...
To most people, these decals mean very little. However, to a fire department, this shows a lot of pride. The three decals are the Office of the State Fire Commissioner's "Participating Department Recognition Program", EMS Licensure for Quick Response Service (QRS), and newly added Voluntary Rescue Service Recognition. In order to achieve one of these decals it shows that a department is dedicated to training, thus ultimately trying to provide the best public service to the community at an above standard level.
The Forbes Road Fire Department is listed at the 50% level with the "Participating Department" Program. This shows that at least 50% of our active personnel are trained and tested to a certified professional firefighter level. We strive to continue to increase that percentage until 100% has been reached.
The Department is licensed as a Quick Response Service with the PA Department of Health. Several of our personnel are trained as Emergency Medical Responders, EMTs, and Paramedics that respond to medical emergencies to initiate care prior to an ambulance arrival. This should answer the question of "I called for an ambulance, why did the fire department show up?"
The newest recognition is the Voluntary Rescue Service Recognition (VRSR). This shows that our personnel have achieved many levels of rescue training and that the rescue truck is equipped for such rescue situations.
This has been a long time goal of the Forbes Road Fire Department. Members have spent countless hours training while sacrificing pleasure and/or personal time with their families. All this time was spent in order to provide a better service to the community.
The Forbes Road Fire Department is listed at the 50% level with the "Participating Department" Program. This shows that at least 50% of our active personnel are trained and tested to a certified professional firefighter level. We strive to continue to increase that percentage until 100% has been reached.
The Department is licensed as a Quick Response Service with the PA Department of Health. Several of our personnel are trained as Emergency Medical Responders, EMTs, and Paramedics that respond to medical emergencies to initiate care prior to an ambulance arrival. This should answer the question of "I called for an ambulance, why did the fire department show up?"
The newest recognition is the Voluntary Rescue Service Recognition (VRSR). This shows that our personnel have achieved many levels of rescue training and that the rescue truck is equipped for such rescue situations.
This has been a long time goal of the Forbes Road Fire Department. Members have spent countless hours training while sacrificing pleasure and/or personal time with their families. All this time was spent in order to provide a better service to the community.
Sincerest “Thank You”
On behalf of the Forbes Road Fire Department, we would like to send the most sincere “thank you” to all the departments involved over the last few days. From the tribute on Route 119, to the traffic control assistance, to standby companies, visitors at the funeral home, and everyone else involved you have made the fire service a true honor to be a part of. Just know that we all have a new guardian angel watching over us. Once again, thank you for all that you have done and all that you do.
Obituary Posted and Procession Information
John A. Rosatti, 82, of Forbes Road, died Sunday, Dec. 24, 2017, in the Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born Dec. 1, 1935, in Salem Township, a son of the late Carmen Rosatti and Rose Marnell Rosatti Gazze. John retired from Robertshaw and also worked for Dominion Gas. He was a veteran of the Marine Corps and a member of St. Bartholomew Church, where he served as an usher and Eucharist minister. He was the current president and life member of the Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department. He was also a member of the Westmoreland County Firemen's Association, the PA State Firemen's Association, the Marine Corp League, Detachment No. 834, the PA Trapper's Association and the Robertshaw Retirees. He was a charter member of the Keystone Rod and Gun Club and a founding member of Mutual Aid, where he had also volunteered as an EMT. John's greatest joy was spending time with his family, hunting, fishing and trapping. He proudly served his community and was a friend to everyone he met. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, Lotto Gazze; his son, David A. Rosatti; and his sister, Bonnie Steel. John is survived by his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 60 years, Sandra Guala Rosatti; five children, Marcia Weaver (Randy), of Jeannette, John Rosatti Jr. (Marie Bartoletti), of Somerset, Tom Rosatti (Tina), Bob Rosatti (Amy Fontana) and Steven Rosatti (Kate) and a daughter-in-law, Arlene Fontana Rosatti, all of Forbes Road; five grandchildren, Lauren Sapone (Sam), Elizabeth Weaver (Brandon Battistella), Benjamin Weaver, Rachel Rosatti (Luke McCoy) and David Rosatti Jr. (Patti Tomer); three step-grandchildren, Maria Frazier (Jason), Joseph Thomas Jr. (Selina) and Christopher Thomas (Haley); four step-great-grandchildren, Chase and Cody Christner and Jace and Graysen Thomas; two brothers, Carmen Rosatti (Monica) and Frank James Gazze (Anita), all of Greensburg; a brother-in-law, Mack Steel, of Titusville, Fla.; three sisters-in-law, Sally Messaros (Jim), of Forbes Road, Ginny Panigall and Kathy Hamman (Chuck), all of Greensburg; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate the life of John from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 4 to 8 p.m. Friday in the CLEMENT L. PANTALONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 409 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, PA 15601, 724-837-0020. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, 2017, in the St. Bartholomew Church with Father Justin Matro, OSB, celebrating. Everyone please go directly to the church. Interment will follow in St. Clair Cemetery, Greensburg. The Marine Corps League Detachment No. 834 will hold services at 6 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. The Forbes Road VFD will hold services at 7 p.m. Friday in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 214, Forbes Road, PA 15633. John's family has entrusted his care to the Pantalone Funeral Home Inc., Greensburg. To share your memories and photos, offer your condolences or for directions, please visit us at www.pantalone.com. Natale N. Pantalone, supervisor
Any fire department interested in assisting with the procession on Saturday, apparatus will be staging at Lynch Field at 10:00 am. Contact the Staging Officer on Countywide Tac 13 when arriving. Please use the Contact Us tab or message the Department on Facebook if you plan to attend.
Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate the life of John from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 4 to 8 p.m. Friday in the CLEMENT L. PANTALONE FUNERAL HOME INC., 409 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg, PA 15601, 724-837-0020. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 30, 2017, in the St. Bartholomew Church with Father Justin Matro, OSB, celebrating. Everyone please go directly to the church. Interment will follow in St. Clair Cemetery, Greensburg. The Marine Corps League Detachment No. 834 will hold services at 6 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. The Forbes Road VFD will hold services at 7 p.m. Friday in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 214, Forbes Road, PA 15633. John's family has entrusted his care to the Pantalone Funeral Home Inc., Greensburg. To share your memories and photos, offer your condolences or for directions, please visit us at www.pantalone.com. Natale N. Pantalone, supervisor
Any fire department interested in assisting with the procession on Saturday, apparatus will be staging at Lynch Field at 10:00 am. Contact the Staging Officer on Countywide Tac 13 when arriving. Please use the Contact Us tab or message the Department on Facebook if you plan to attend.
Memorial Call - President John Rosatti Sr.
It is with the most saddened hearts that we must share the passing of our Department’s President and Father of our company, John Rosatti Sr. He has touched so many lives throughout his years of service to the Department and community. He will always be remembered for his positive personality, friendliness, and sense of humor. John was a true mentor and hero to the Department that will be greatly missed. We will continue to do the excellent work that he has provided us the template for knowing that a smiling face with a white beard is constantly watching over us from Heaven. This is what he would want and expect us to do. Please keep the Rosatti family in your mind and prayers during this difficult time. Rest In Peace “Rosey.”
Thanks 2nd Grade
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Special thanks to Mrs. Mickey's 2nd grade class at Metzgar Elementary School. The students wrote letters to the fire department "thanking the firefighters" for the jobs that our members do for the community. So, in return, Assistant Chiefs Steve Rosatti and David Mutnansky showed up at the school for a picture with the students. Just so happened that Assistant Chief Mutnansky's son was in the class.
2017 Fund Drive
The Salem Township Bureau of Fire 2017 Fund Drive is now in full swing. The fund drive benefits both Forbes Road and Slickville Fire Departments. Please show your support so that we can provide a better service to you. Remember it takes over $16,000.00 to fully equip a firefighter.
Emergency Responders Practice Using Grain-Entrapment Devices
Article posted in the Tribune Review on March 18, 2017
Local firefighters who volunteered Saturday to be engulfed in a mound of loose corn at a Salem farm soon realized they could not free themselves.
“It's amazing how little amount of grain around you can trap you,” said Dave Mutnansky, second assistant fire chief at Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department.
During a rescue training exercise his department organized at Phil Long's 400-acre farm near Crabtree, Mutnansky found he could barely wiggle his toes when the flowing, quicksand-like corn piled up past his ankles. He was unable to move his lower limbs when the corn reached his waist.
Fellow firefighters freed him using the department's new rescue tools — four sections of aluminum that can be pushed down into the corn and joined to create a “tube,” or cofferdam, surrounding the victim of a grain-bin entrapment and a battery-powered auger drill that lifts confining grain away.
Forbes Road fire Chief Bob Rosatti was the driving force behind obtaining the uncommon tools and setting up the weekend training session attended by 55 local emergency responders.
“I've seen a lot of grain bins popping up locally in the last couple of years, so I did some research,” Rosatti said.
Though grain entrapments aren't as prevalent in Pennsylvania as in the Midwest, he wants his department to be prepared to assist the local farming community if such a potentially fatal accident were to occur.
The department paid $4,000 for the rescue tube and $1,000 for the auger. The money came from a state firefighting grant and a $2,500 donation by the Monsanto Fund won for the department by Salem farmers George and James Kepple.
“The farming community has been good to us. We want to do something to give back,” Rosatti said.
Dave Hill, director of Penn State University's Managing Farm Emergencies program, led Saturday's training session, which used some of Long's nine towering grain bins and a student-built trailer with a scaled-down bin capable of holding 300 bushels of corn.
Hill has seen interest grow over the past decade in better equipment and training for bin rescues in response to fatal grain entrapments in the Midwest.
In 2010, two teens in Illinois got trapped in a bin, he recalled.
“It took several hours to find the bodies,” Hill said. “That's one of the cases that grabbed the attention of OSHA.”
A farmer was more fortunate in a 2003 Carbon County case, surviving after being partially submerged in corn for more than five hours.
In many cases, Hill said, farm workers enter a bin to break up corn that is too high in moisture and has clumped together, jamming the auger used to unload grain.
“Where the entrapments occur is when people go into structures with the unloading auger still running. The floor is moving out from under you while you're walking across the surface,” he said. “A person can get totally submerged in 20 or 30 seconds.
“If a person goes under the surface of the grain, they're able to protect their airway and they don't spend a whole lot of time under the surface, they could conceivably be rescued.”
For those less lucky, suffocation is a common result.
In addition to Hill's expertise, Rosatti said, area firefighters responding to a grain entrapment plan to draw upon the experience of local farmers, resources of the Westmoreland County Trench Rescue and Structural Collapse Team and ladder trucks from Latrobe and Greensburg fire departments that may be needed to reach the top of tall bins.
http://triblive.com/local/westmoreland/12067109-74/emergency-responders-practice-using-grain-entrapment-devices
Special Reader
In honor of Dr. Seuss week, on February 28, 2017, Assistant Chief Mutnansky made a special visit to his son Noah's class. Stop, Drop, and Roll was read to Mrs. Perbonish's 1st grade class at Metzgar Elementary School. The students eagerly listened to and participated during the reading.
PA Department of Health Bulletin - Carfentanil
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In regards to the drug epidemic , ALL responding personnel should refrain from touching any drugs or drug paraphernalia. In the event that it is necessary to move these items, proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) needs to be worn (gloves, etc.), in order to reduce exposure to secondhand toxins.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Santa Claus is coming to town on Sunday, December 18th at 7:00 pm at the New Beginnings Baptist Church (Old St. Mary Church) on Keaggy Avenue.
Sunday, August 21st from 12:00 noon to 8:00 pm
The Roadhouse, just outside of Greensburg on Rt. 119 is hosting a benefit for the Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department. We will be having multiple bands thrughout the day and other happenings like 50/50, Chinese auction, and of course food and beverages. This is a Family event and a chance for everyone to come out and spend some time with your favorite Forbes Road Firefighter.
The Roadhouse, just outside of Greensburg on Rt. 119 is hosting a benefit for the Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department. We will be having multiple bands thrughout the day and other happenings like 50/50, Chinese auction, and of course food and beverages. This is a Family event and a chance for everyone to come out and spend some time with your favorite Forbes Road Firefighter.
PA State Fire Commissioner's Article
Every Month the Pa State Fire Commissioner Tim Solobay writes an article in the Pennsylvania Fireman Assoc. Magazine. This Past Month May, His article included the following:
Welcome to another addition of Commissioners Comments. We start out this month with MAJOR MAJOR KUDO’s !!!! Let me set the stage here. It was early morning on Friday April 29th, little overcast and looking like rain across western Pa., Salem Twp, Westmoreland Co. to be exact. Sometime after 8 in the morning folks near the intersection of Routes 22 and 819 start hearing a large rushing sound that some characterized as a possible tornado followed by a large explosion with a fire ball and black smoke shooting hundreds of feet into the air. Was it a plane crash, or a bomb???? No it was a 36” natural gas line rupture with ensuing fire ball and smoke column seen, heard and felt for miles. Tones drop at Forbes Road VFD for them and several other fire departments along with Westmoreland Co. HazMat, and Westmoreland Co. Public Safety to respond. Responders had to stage about a quarter mile away from the site because of the intense heat. An evacuation perimeter was set up still not completely aware of what was really going on. One individual living near the center of the site escaped from his house which eventually burned to the ground because of the intense heat and proximity to what we now know was a ruptured gas line. A passerby helped him away from the site to get to waiting EMS personnel. When Chief Bob Rosatti arrived on the scene he couldn’t get any closer than almost a ¼ from the flames and even that was burning him. Well some time passed, the gas line started getting shut down and fire fighters were able to get much closer and handle getting water on some of the structures that had experienced major heat before they too went up completely in flames. This was a multiple direction attack with units coming in from Forbes Road side of the fire and from Route 22. You talk heroic event to only have one major injury during this says a lot of the actions of all the responders to this call. I was hearing numbers of probably 6 to 8 different fire companies during my time at the scene along with multiple EMS folks as well that fortunately weren’t called on to do much work. I joked with Chief Rosatti about needing to wear dark glasses because of all the media attention and number of times he was on air doing interviews. He and his whole team along with the other fire departments saw what we all termed the “Fires of Hell” and handled the whole incident in a most professional and effective way. Also again the support of Westmoreland Co Public Safety led by Bud Mertz and Westmoreland Co Haz Mat lead by Shaun Teacher and their respective teams were also a support group second to none.
You talk about a team effort, this was it,as well as the assistance from State Police, Salvation Army and the many folks that brought food and drinks to everyone at the scene. A big thank you also to the media that helped get information from the scene to folks to assure them things were well in hand but to also make them aware of some things that would happen during the hours to come. Again to all involved, a job well done in very unique circumstances and we wish only the very best to the young man that was burned fleeing from his home when the pipe first burst into flames.
**Westmoreland County is proud to have such a great team!!**
Welcome to another addition of Commissioners Comments. We start out this month with MAJOR MAJOR KUDO’s !!!! Let me set the stage here. It was early morning on Friday April 29th, little overcast and looking like rain across western Pa., Salem Twp, Westmoreland Co. to be exact. Sometime after 8 in the morning folks near the intersection of Routes 22 and 819 start hearing a large rushing sound that some characterized as a possible tornado followed by a large explosion with a fire ball and black smoke shooting hundreds of feet into the air. Was it a plane crash, or a bomb???? No it was a 36” natural gas line rupture with ensuing fire ball and smoke column seen, heard and felt for miles. Tones drop at Forbes Road VFD for them and several other fire departments along with Westmoreland Co. HazMat, and Westmoreland Co. Public Safety to respond. Responders had to stage about a quarter mile away from the site because of the intense heat. An evacuation perimeter was set up still not completely aware of what was really going on. One individual living near the center of the site escaped from his house which eventually burned to the ground because of the intense heat and proximity to what we now know was a ruptured gas line. A passerby helped him away from the site to get to waiting EMS personnel. When Chief Bob Rosatti arrived on the scene he couldn’t get any closer than almost a ¼ from the flames and even that was burning him. Well some time passed, the gas line started getting shut down and fire fighters were able to get much closer and handle getting water on some of the structures that had experienced major heat before they too went up completely in flames. This was a multiple direction attack with units coming in from Forbes Road side of the fire and from Route 22. You talk heroic event to only have one major injury during this says a lot of the actions of all the responders to this call. I was hearing numbers of probably 6 to 8 different fire companies during my time at the scene along with multiple EMS folks as well that fortunately weren’t called on to do much work. I joked with Chief Rosatti about needing to wear dark glasses because of all the media attention and number of times he was on air doing interviews. He and his whole team along with the other fire departments saw what we all termed the “Fires of Hell” and handled the whole incident in a most professional and effective way. Also again the support of Westmoreland Co Public Safety led by Bud Mertz and Westmoreland Co Haz Mat lead by Shaun Teacher and their respective teams were also a support group second to none.
You talk about a team effort, this was it,as well as the assistance from State Police, Salvation Army and the many folks that brought food and drinks to everyone at the scene. A big thank you also to the media that helped get information from the scene to folks to assure them things were well in hand but to also make them aware of some things that would happen during the hours to come. Again to all involved, a job well done in very unique circumstances and we wish only the very best to the young man that was burned fleeing from his home when the pipe first burst into flames.
**Westmoreland County is proud to have such a great team!!**
Gas Line Explosion Information
As most folks have seen, We had a major incident in Salem Township yesterday. We don't normally discuss incidents, and we do not post pictures of others misfortunes, however half of our Township felt, heard, and/or was affected by the gas line rupture yesterday. There are plenty of facts that we have heard from the local news stations and we ask you to continue with that route for information. There are also plenty of pictures of yesterday's incident, throughout Facebook.
We would like to take a moment to thank all our neighboring First Responders, for their assistance, the guys at Spectra Energy for their dedication to their jobs, and to the Family and Friends of all of us at the FRFD, for their continued support.
We are continuing to work with the gas company and other authorities to maintain the safety of all the residents and people coming into our Township.
As a side note, Rt. 819 will remain closed from Beaver Run Rd. to Rt. 22 as of now until Monday May, 2nd.
We Thank You, the Public and Supporters of the Forbes Road VFD, and we will be continuing to work hard and strive for a Safe Community!
Thank You.
We would like to take a moment to thank all our neighboring First Responders, for their assistance, the guys at Spectra Energy for their dedication to their jobs, and to the Family and Friends of all of us at the FRFD, for their continued support.
We are continuing to work with the gas company and other authorities to maintain the safety of all the residents and people coming into our Township.
As a side note, Rt. 819 will remain closed from Beaver Run Rd. to Rt. 22 as of now until Monday May, 2nd.
We Thank You, the Public and Supporters of the Forbes Road VFD, and we will be continuing to work hard and strive for a Safe Community!
Thank You.
Westmoreland County farmer directs donation to local Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department
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(March 15, 2016) – Forbes Road Fire Department has received a $2,500 donation from America’s Farmers Grow Communities, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund and directed by local farmer James Kepple of Westmoreland County. The donation will help the organization purchase a grain bin rescue tube and training for the device. The rescue tube is very unique and none of the other departments in the area have this piece of equipment.
Mr. Kepple chose the department saying, “It was a simple decision. They’re always on the ball, doing what they do at crazy hours. They’re a good group.”
It only makes sense to purchase a piece of rescue equipment to potentially help save someone in the farming community and with this donation, we will have this capability. Thank you to Mr. Kepple for applying for this contribution and allowing us to purchase this rescue equipment and training).
For six years, America’s Farmers Grow Communities has collaborated with farmers to donate over $22 million to more than 8,000 community organizations across rural America. Winning farmers will direct donations to nonprofits to help fight rural hunger, purchase life saving fire and EMS equipment, support ag youth leadership programs, buy much needed classroom resources, and so much more.
America’s Farmers Grow Communities partners with farmers to support local nonprofit causes that positively impact farming communities across rural America. Grow Communities is one program in the America’s Farmers community outreach effort, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. Other programs include America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders, which encourages rural youth to remain in agriculture and provides $1,500 college scholarships to high school and college students pursuing ag-related degrees and America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education, which works with farmers to nominate rural school districts to compete for $10,000 and $25,000 math and science grants. Visit www.AmericasFarmers.com to learn more.
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About the Monsanto Fund
The Monsanto Fund, the philanthropic arm of the Monsanto Company, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the communities where farmers and Monsanto Company employees live and work. Visit the Monsanto Fund at www.monsantofund.org.
Mr. Kepple chose the department saying, “It was a simple decision. They’re always on the ball, doing what they do at crazy hours. They’re a good group.”
It only makes sense to purchase a piece of rescue equipment to potentially help save someone in the farming community and with this donation, we will have this capability. Thank you to Mr. Kepple for applying for this contribution and allowing us to purchase this rescue equipment and training).
For six years, America’s Farmers Grow Communities has collaborated with farmers to donate over $22 million to more than 8,000 community organizations across rural America. Winning farmers will direct donations to nonprofits to help fight rural hunger, purchase life saving fire and EMS equipment, support ag youth leadership programs, buy much needed classroom resources, and so much more.
America’s Farmers Grow Communities partners with farmers to support local nonprofit causes that positively impact farming communities across rural America. Grow Communities is one program in the America’s Farmers community outreach effort, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. Other programs include America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders, which encourages rural youth to remain in agriculture and provides $1,500 college scholarships to high school and college students pursuing ag-related degrees and America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education, which works with farmers to nominate rural school districts to compete for $10,000 and $25,000 math and science grants. Visit www.AmericasFarmers.com to learn more.
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About the Monsanto Fund
The Monsanto Fund, the philanthropic arm of the Monsanto Company, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the communities where farmers and Monsanto Company employees live and work. Visit the Monsanto Fund at www.monsantofund.org.
Rescue 90 goes to the Fire Expo
Rescue 90 went to the Monroeville Fire Expo on March 5th and 6th as part of Precision Manufacturing's exhibit. Many visitors stopped by to check out the apparatus and the department received many compliments. Hope everyone that went to the show had a chance to check it out.
It's Finally Here....
Many hours have been spent planning, researching, and traveling, and now all the efforts have paid off. The new rescue truck was delivered of Saturday, October 24, 2015 by Precision Fire Apparatus. The department is very satisfied with the much needed purchase. The truck is equipped with the latest technology and allows room to grow in the future. The truck will be placed in service in about a week following driver's training and truck familiarization. Special thanks to Steve Darcangelo, Brad, Trapper, Travis and all the Precision Fire Apparatus Team for the excellent job and hospitality. More photos will be posted with equipment once the truck is placed in service.
First Female Firefighter
The Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department would like to welcome Lea Toth to the department. Lea is the department's first female firefighter. She has previous fire and ems experience. Lea comes with many certifications and training records.
Rescue Truck FOR SALE
With the expected delivery of the new rescue truck in Fall of 2015, our current truck is FOR SALE. Check out our "For Sale" page for additional information. For any additional information, please contact Vice-President/Lt. Adam Bayura at (724) 244-2583 or abayura@comcast.net.
New Rescue Truck Ordered
The new rescue truck has been ordered and has an expected delivery in the Fall of 2015. The truck will have a Spartan cab and chassis while the body will be built by Precision Manufacturing. This truck will replace the 1991 International/E-one that is currently in service.
Memorial Call - Charter Member Gabriel J. Olenick - 1st Fire Chief
Gabriel J. Olenick, 89, of Forbes Road, died Saturday, Dec. 13, 2014. He was born Jan. 24, 1925, in Pleasant Unity, a son of the late Gabriel and Agnes (Vanyo) Olenick. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Gerry Olenick; his son-in-law, Larry Franzi; a brother, Frank Olenick; and three sisters, Mary Martin, Agnes Frye and Theresa Rohaly. He is survived by his wife, Olga (Bindas) Olenick, to whom he was married 67 years; his daughter, Cynthia "Cindy" Olenick Franzi, of Greensburg; and his son, Gabriel "Gabe" Olenick Jr. and his wife, Susie, of Greensburg. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and other family members and friends. He was a member of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, Crabtree, and was a past member of St. Mary Church, Forbes Road, for 61 years, where he was a member of the church committee for 50 years. Gabe was a World War II veteran in the Navy, serving as a Navy gunner on Merchant ships. He participated in the invasions at Normandy and Okinawa. He never missed Memorial Day services for the veterans, sometimes attending two or three services that same day. He was the last surviving charter member of the Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department, having been the first fire chief for 10 years. He was a member of the Westmoreland County Firemen's Association, lifetime member of AMVETS Post 88, Greensburg, American Legion Post 981, South Greensburg, a lifetime member of the Roosevelt Club of Hempfield Township, a past member of the Forbes Road Area Civic Association and a lifetime honorary social member of Greensburg Volunteer Fire Department Hose Company No. 1. Gabe retired from Westmoreland County as a maintenance supervisor at Westmoreland Manor. He was very passionate about gardening and couldn't wait for spring each year to start planting. Gabe loved traveling extensively with his wife, Olga, throughout the United States and Europe, including cruises in the Hawaiian Islands. He was an avid Penn State football fan and enjoyed the Knights of Columbus Weekenders football trips
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Hometown Hero
Good work to Assistant Chief Steven Rosatti and other members of the MAWC crew.
MUNICIPAL WORKERS RESCUE SEVERAL FROM SCOTTDALE HOUSE FIRE
SCOTTDALE, Pa. —
A family of four was rescued from the roof of a burning Scottdale home Thursday morning by Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County workers.
The MAWC crew was working in front of the Chestnut Street house when the fire broke out just before 5 a.m.
According to Steven Rosatti, a Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department fireman and MAWC employee, the crew used a dump truck and backhoe to get Jim and Angela Newton, along with their children, 13-year-old Ivy and 5-year-old Kahne, off the roof of the Victorian-style home.
“We ran down and the dump truck driver backed the truck across the sidewalk up to the porch,” Rosatti said. “He raised the bucket, set it on the porch, put all four people in the bucket and lowered them to the ground.”
Jim Newton described the intense fire and was extremely thankful of Rosatti and his colleagues.
“I couldn’t even make it out of the bedroom because the fire spread so quickly,” Jim Newton said.
Tracy Wiltrout of South Connellsville, grandmother of the children, arrived to comfort the family.
“A big thanks to the water company ... those guys are heroes,” she said.
Mitch Zimmerman, who lives in one of the two downstairs apartments with his wife Linda, said they only had time to grab some clothes and get out the door.
The other downstairs apartment is rented by David Gordon, Shauna Kubistek and Gertrude McGregor, Zimmerman said.
There were no reported injuries.
“I owe my life to them,” Jim Newton said.
In addition to Rosatti, the MAWC crew included Frank Francia, Dave Hall and Rich Salandro.
“They really did a fantastic job. That’s something to celebrate today,” Scottdale Assistant Fire Chief Ben Savanick said.
MUNICIPAL WORKERS RESCUE SEVERAL FROM SCOTTDALE HOUSE FIRE
SCOTTDALE, Pa. —
A family of four was rescued from the roof of a burning Scottdale home Thursday morning by Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County workers.
The MAWC crew was working in front of the Chestnut Street house when the fire broke out just before 5 a.m.
According to Steven Rosatti, a Forbes Road Volunteer Fire Department fireman and MAWC employee, the crew used a dump truck and backhoe to get Jim and Angela Newton, along with their children, 13-year-old Ivy and 5-year-old Kahne, off the roof of the Victorian-style home.
“We ran down and the dump truck driver backed the truck across the sidewalk up to the porch,” Rosatti said. “He raised the bucket, set it on the porch, put all four people in the bucket and lowered them to the ground.”
Jim Newton described the intense fire and was extremely thankful of Rosatti and his colleagues.
“I couldn’t even make it out of the bedroom because the fire spread so quickly,” Jim Newton said.
Tracy Wiltrout of South Connellsville, grandmother of the children, arrived to comfort the family.
“A big thanks to the water company ... those guys are heroes,” she said.
Mitch Zimmerman, who lives in one of the two downstairs apartments with his wife Linda, said they only had time to grab some clothes and get out the door.
The other downstairs apartment is rented by David Gordon, Shauna Kubistek and Gertrude McGregor, Zimmerman said.
There were no reported injuries.
“I owe my life to them,” Jim Newton said.
In addition to Rosatti, the MAWC crew included Frank Francia, Dave Hall and Rich Salandro.
“They really did a fantastic job. That’s something to celebrate today,” Scottdale Assistant Fire Chief Ben Savanick said.
Memorial Call -- Life Member Domenick Piccinini
February 25, 1924 - October 7, 2013
Last respects were paid to Domenick on October 9th at Pantalone's Funeral Home in Greensburg. Domenick was a life member of the Forbes Road VFD. He retired from Teledyne Industries. Domenick was a member of St. Bartholomew
Church, Crabtree, the former St. Mary Church, Forbes Road and the Slickville
Legion. He was an Army veteran of World War II, serving with the CBI Marrill
Maurderavers. Special thanks to the family and friends by having the memorial donations sent to the Forbes Road VFD, in lieu of flowers.
Last respects were paid to Domenick on October 9th at Pantalone's Funeral Home in Greensburg. Domenick was a life member of the Forbes Road VFD. He retired from Teledyne Industries. Domenick was a member of St. Bartholomew
Church, Crabtree, the former St. Mary Church, Forbes Road and the Slickville
Legion. He was an Army veteran of World War II, serving with the CBI Marrill
Maurderavers. Special thanks to the family and friends by having the memorial donations sent to the Forbes Road VFD, in lieu of flowers.
Recognized as a Participating Department by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner
Forbes Road Fire Department has been recognized by having 50% of our personnel certified to the levels accredited by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner Certification Program.
Participating Department is a program that Commonwealth emergency responders have an opportunity to participate in and be recognized as a certified fire professional at various levels in accordance with nationally recognized and sanctioned Professional Qualification standards. The purpose is to recognize those organizations that support, promote, and encourage their emergency response personnel to voluntarily certify within the Commonwealth’s Certification Program administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner.
The purpose of this program is to identify and recognize emergency service personnel whose accomplishments in training and education meets or exceeds nationally recognized standards. The NFPA standards for Fire Service Professional Qualifications identify the minimum requirements for a person at a particular level of progression. A person certified to one of the Fire Service Professional levels will have demonstrated competency in the knowledge and skills required to perform at a particular level. The service that can be offered to the citizens, visitors and communities of the Commonwealth will be enhanced by the professional competency attained through this certification process.
Currently there are 310 fire departments in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania that are recognized: 35 at 100%; 66 at 75%, 103 at 50%, and 106 at 10% of certified personnel.
Participating Department is a program that Commonwealth emergency responders have an opportunity to participate in and be recognized as a certified fire professional at various levels in accordance with nationally recognized and sanctioned Professional Qualification standards. The purpose is to recognize those organizations that support, promote, and encourage their emergency response personnel to voluntarily certify within the Commonwealth’s Certification Program administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner.
The purpose of this program is to identify and recognize emergency service personnel whose accomplishments in training and education meets or exceeds nationally recognized standards. The NFPA standards for Fire Service Professional Qualifications identify the minimum requirements for a person at a particular level of progression. A person certified to one of the Fire Service Professional levels will have demonstrated competency in the knowledge and skills required to perform at a particular level. The service that can be offered to the citizens, visitors and communities of the Commonwealth will be enhanced by the professional competency attained through this certification process.
Currently there are 310 fire departments in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania that are recognized: 35 at 100%; 66 at 75%, 103 at 50%, and 106 at 10% of certified personnel.
Fire Chief Back in Action
Many are aware of Fire Chief Robert "Bob" Rosatti suffering a heart attack while fighting a house fire on December 2, 2012 near Slickville. Bob returned to full service in January. He is very thankful for all the thoughts and prayers for his full and quick recovery. Bob sets the precedent for the "Lead by Example" attitude. He can attribute his outcome to taking immediate action when he first developed chest pain and seeking on scene medical attention. The Forbes Road Fire Department is very happy for Bob's quick return to service, take pride in his actions on scene, and are very proud to call him our Chief. Welcome back Bob.
Fire Fighter 1 Certified!
Four members have recently been certified by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner and the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress to the level of Fire Fighter 1. These members include (from left to right) Lt. Adam Bayura, Lt. Jason Landis, T.C. Dohey, and 2nd Assistant Chief David Mutnansky. Each member was required to attend an up to 88 hour Essentials of Fire Fighting Class, 16 hour Structural Burn Session, CPR, First Aid, and a 24 hour Haz-mat Operations Course. In addition these members attended a 32 hour Fire Fighter 1 prep class. These four members are added to the list of already certified members: Chief Bob Rosatti, 1st Assistant Chief Steven Rosatti, Sgt. Stephen Yusko, Larry Daniels, and Fred Cecchini.
Thanks to Juicy Lucy's
A special thanks to Juicy Lucy's for hosting the 3rd Annual Truck Fund Benefit and the 23rd Annual Memorial Breakfast. The benefit event was a success and the memorial breakfast was a nice chance to honor and remember the deceased members of the Forbes Road Fire Department.
3rd Annual Truck Fund Benefit at Juicy Lucy's
Our department is having our 3rd annual Truck Fund Benefit coming up on August 18th at Juicy Lucy's on Route 119 North of Greensburg. We will be having The Bad Boy Blues Band, Hamilton Ave, and DJ-TDawg throughout the day. There will be all kinds of food and refreshments along with a Chinese Auction and a 50/50. If you would like to donate, please contact our Vice President, Adam Bayura at 724-850-7382.
Please come out and show your support!
Please come out and show your support!
Upcoming Classes Announced
Forbes Road Fire Department is sponsoring a Highway Safety Class and a Firefighter Skills Enhancement/Firefighter 1 Prep Class. The Highway Safety Class will be on Monday, August 20th at 6:30 pm. The Firefighter 1 prep class is a 32 hour course that will begin on Monday, September 15th. All Fire/EMS personnel are invited to attend. If interested, click on the Training/Drills link on the left for additional information.
Utility 90 Added to QRS Certification
Utility 90 has been added to the department's QRS certification after DOH inspection. QRS (Quick Response Service) is a certification that is granted by the PA Department of Health and shows that the Forbes Road Fire Department is capable of providing Basic Life Support prior to the arrival of an ambulance. Currently, Forbes Road has 8 medically trained personnel from First Responder to Paramedic levels. This is the reason a fire truck may show up at your door even though you called for an ambulance.
Congratulations to Jason Landis
Jason Landis is the winner of the $3000 Cash Summer Kick-Off Raffle. Special thanks to all who purchased tickets in support of the fire department.
Win $3000 Cash
Posted May 10, 2012
Forbes Road Fire Department is selling tickets for $3000 Cash. This Summer Kick-off Raffle goes off Friday, June 1, 2012. Each ticket is $10 and has two 3-digit numbers. Winning number is taken from the 7 PM 3-digit PA Daily Lottery drawing. Only 500 tickets will be sold. If you would like to purchase tickets, please go to our "Fundraisers" page and fill out the "Ticket Request Form."
Ticket Printing Sponsored by: Rhome Tire (724) 787-2580
Tickets Printed by: Alpha Business Forms, Delmont, PA
Ticket Printing Sponsored by: Rhome Tire (724) 787-2580
Tickets Printed by: Alpha Business Forms, Delmont, PA
Haz-mat Awareness and Operations Certified
Posted May 10, 2012
Seven members have taken part in the Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations training and are now certified. Hazardous Materials Awareness training is an 8 hour class followed by an Operations class which is 24 additional hours. Members from Forbes Road were also joined by members from Bovard, Export, and South Greensburg Fire Departments.
Seven members have taken part in the Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations training and are now certified. Hazardous Materials Awareness training is an 8 hour class followed by an Operations class which is 24 additional hours. Members from Forbes Road were also joined by members from Bovard, Export, and South Greensburg Fire Departments.
Thanks to All for Your Support
Congratulations to Sandy Mutnansky for winning the Thanksgiving Day ticket. Sandy took the cash over the quad. Special thanks to her and to all that purchased tickets.
Win a Quad or $5000 Cash
Just a reminder that there are only a few weeks left to buy tickets for a 2011 Polaris Sportsman Quad or $5000 Cash. Tickets are only $10 and will go off Thanksgiving Day with the PA Lottery Daily Number 7PM drawing. Please help us out by buying the tickets that remain.
2nd Annual Juicy Lucy's Forbes Road VFD Truck Fundraiser
Juicy Lucy's on Route 119N of Greeensburg will be hosting the 2nd Annual Forbes Road VFD Truck Fundraiser on Saturday August 20th. The event will begin with a Chinese Auction, Dunk Tank, and a DJ at 2PM. There will be a $10 cover which will include the first draft beer. There will be tons of food like pork sandwiches, burgers, and huluski, to entertainment
from Detention and The Shooters Band. Come out and have an awesome time while
supporting the Forbes Road VFD.
from Detention and The Shooters Band. Come out and have an awesome time while
supporting the Forbes Road VFD.
Tickets For Sale!!!
Posted June 21, 2011
Please buy them up now. We are selling tickets for a 2011 Polaris Sportsman Quad with Trailer OR $5000 Cash. Tickets are $10 each and will go off Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 24, 2011 with the 7PM 3-Digit PA Daily Lottery. Only 1000 tickets will be sold.
Special Thanks:
ATV compliments of A & A Cycle Sports - 4450 Route 30 - Latrobe, PA 15650 - 724-539-9113
Tickets compliments of Latrobe Tire and Service - 1724 Lincoln Ave. - Latrobe, PA 15650 - 724-537-5371
Tickets printed by Alpha Business Forms - Delmont, PA - 724-468-6000
Please buy them up now. We are selling tickets for a 2011 Polaris Sportsman Quad with Trailer OR $5000 Cash. Tickets are $10 each and will go off Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 24, 2011 with the 7PM 3-Digit PA Daily Lottery. Only 1000 tickets will be sold.
Special Thanks:
ATV compliments of A & A Cycle Sports - 4450 Route 30 - Latrobe, PA 15650 - 724-539-9113
Tickets compliments of Latrobe Tire and Service - 1724 Lincoln Ave. - Latrobe, PA 15650 - 724-537-5371
Tickets printed by Alpha Business Forms - Delmont, PA - 724-468-6000
New AED Placed In Service
Posted June 21, 2011
Special thanks to the Richard King Mellon Foundation, Westmoreland/Frick Hospital Foundation, and Mutual Aid Ambulance Service for the recent gift of a Zoll AED. Forbes Road Fire Department is one of the 93 police/fire agencies in Westmoreland County to receive the new AEDs. Forbes Road VFD now has two AEDs on the fire apparatus to better serve the community and members of the department.
Special thanks to the Richard King Mellon Foundation, Westmoreland/Frick Hospital Foundation, and Mutual Aid Ambulance Service for the recent gift of a Zoll AED. Forbes Road Fire Department is one of the 93 police/fire agencies in Westmoreland County to receive the new AEDs. Forbes Road VFD now has two AEDs on the fire apparatus to better serve the community and members of the department.
New Apparatus....to us
Posted June 21, 2011
Soon a new Utility 90 will in service....well new to us. Westmoreland County DPS is leasing a Chevrolet Suburban for a very small price yearly to us. This Suburban was a retired unit from WCDPS and was utilized by West Point Fire Department for a few years. This unit is replacing a 1970 Chevrolet Value Van that was retired by FRFD and was never replaced. This Suburban will be responding on EMS calls and other public service calls that don't require specialty equipment from the rescue truck or engines and will lessen the wear and tear on these vehicles. Look for this unit to be in service over the next couple months after it gets painted.
Soon a new Utility 90 will in service....well new to us. Westmoreland County DPS is leasing a Chevrolet Suburban for a very small price yearly to us. This Suburban was a retired unit from WCDPS and was utilized by West Point Fire Department for a few years. This unit is replacing a 1970 Chevrolet Value Van that was retired by FRFD and was never replaced. This Suburban will be responding on EMS calls and other public service calls that don't require specialty equipment from the rescue truck or engines and will lessen the wear and tear on these vehicles. Look for this unit to be in service over the next couple months after it gets painted.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Posted December 14, 2010
Forbes Road VFD will be hosting the community's visiting of Santa Claus on Sunday, December 19. There will be a bon fire, caroling, and children's stalkings distributed. Caroling starts at 6:00 pm and Santa will arrive shortly after. Everyone is invited.
Forbes Road VFD will be hosting the community's visiting of Santa Claus on Sunday, December 19. There will be a bon fire, caroling, and children's stalkings distributed. Caroling starts at 6:00 pm and Santa will arrive shortly after. Everyone is invited.
L.O.D.D. - North Irwin VFD
Posted November 10, 2010
Prayers and condolences to the North Irwin VFD on the loss of 63 year old Firefighter Jim Gumbert, whom suffered a heart attack while responding to a fire call in North Irwin.
Prayers and condolences to the North Irwin VFD on the loss of 63 year old Firefighter Jim Gumbert, whom suffered a heart attack while responding to a fire call in North Irwin.
20th Annual Memorial Breakfast
Posted November 10, 2010
The 20th Annual Memorial Breakfast for the deceased members of the Forbes Road Fire Department will be held on Sunday, November 14 at 10:00 am at Juicy Lucy's.
The 20th Annual Memorial Breakfast for the deceased members of the Forbes Road Fire Department will be held on Sunday, November 14 at 10:00 am at Juicy Lucy's.
Last Parking Cars Fundraiser
Posted September 11, 2010
Saturday, September 11 and Sunday, September 12 will be the last parking cars fundraiser for this year at the Fort Hannastown Antique Show.
Saturday, September 11 and Sunday, September 12 will be the last parking cars fundraiser for this year at the Fort Hannastown Antique Show.
Thank You for Your Support
Posted September 11, 2010
Special thanks to all who showed your support last Saturday at Juicy Lucy's. The event was a great success and we will hopefully be doing it again next year. Greatest appreciation goes to the staff members and owner of Juicy Lucy's for outstanding job and for having this event to benefit our department.
Special thanks to all who showed your support last Saturday at Juicy Lucy's. The event was a great success and we will hopefully be doing it again next year. Greatest appreciation goes to the staff members and owner of Juicy Lucy's for outstanding job and for having this event to benefit our department.
Fundraiser to Support FRFD Truck Fund at Juicy Lucy's
Posted August 15, 2010
Juicy Lucy's will be hosting an event to support the Forbes Road Fire Department Truck Fund. The event will occur on Saturday, September 4th at 5 pm and will have the country band "Brotherville" playing at 8 pm. There will be food, fun, music and games. $10 cover charge and $1.50 Miller Lite drafts. Juicy Lucy's is located on Route 119 about 3 miles north of Greensburg. Please attend and show your support.
Juicy Lucy's will be hosting an event to support the Forbes Road Fire Department Truck Fund. The event will occur on Saturday, September 4th at 5 pm and will have the country band "Brotherville" playing at 8 pm. There will be food, fun, music and games. $10 cover charge and $1.50 Miller Lite drafts. Juicy Lucy's is located on Route 119 about 3 miles north of Greensburg. Please attend and show your support.
Monthly Meeting
Posted August 15, 2010
Reminder of Monthly meeting tonight, Sunday, August 15, at 19:00. All members try to attend.
Reminder of Monthly meeting tonight, Sunday, August 15, at 19:00. All members try to attend.
Research Study
August 12, 2010
Heart attacks are the leading cause of firefighter death. This is a known fact. There is a research study currently being offered to firefighters involving the use of Aspirin. The research group is looking for at least 160 firefighters to take part in the study. By being a participant, you will receive a free physical exam, complete blood work, and be compensated. The study will involve two or three visits to an office in Pittsburgh that are about an hour each. The physical aspect will involve wearing turnout gear and walking on a treadmill. Anyone interested, please contact Assistant 90-2.
Heart attacks are the leading cause of firefighter death. This is a known fact. There is a research study currently being offered to firefighters involving the use of Aspirin. The research group is looking for at least 160 firefighters to take part in the study. By being a participant, you will receive a free physical exam, complete blood work, and be compensated. The study will involve two or three visits to an office in Pittsburgh that are about an hour each. The physical aspect will involve wearing turnout gear and walking on a treadmill. Anyone interested, please contact Assistant 90-2.
Vehicle Rescue Demonstration
July 23, 2010
The Mutual Aid Paramedic Class will be coming to Forbes Road VFD for a vehicle rescue demonstration/practical on Thursday, July 29th at 18:00. This is to give paramedic students whom are not used to seeing or using the rescue tools a chance to see and be part of the operation.
The Mutual Aid Paramedic Class will be coming to Forbes Road VFD for a vehicle rescue demonstration/practical on Thursday, July 29th at 18:00. This is to give paramedic students whom are not used to seeing or using the rescue tools a chance to see and be part of the operation.
SMART Triage Demonstration
July 23, 2010
The Mutual Aid Paramedic Class will be coming to Forbes Road VFD for a SMART Triage scenario on Tuesday, July 27th at 18:00. We are in need of victims for this event. We are looking for around 12 to 15 people. Please contact us if anyone is available. Triage can be sometimes difficult for a new paramedic especially in mass casualty situations. This scenario is designed to help paramedic students become familiar with the SMART Triage system and apply it to incidents whether large or small scale.
The Mutual Aid Paramedic Class will be coming to Forbes Road VFD for a SMART Triage scenario on Tuesday, July 27th at 18:00. We are in need of victims for this event. We are looking for around 12 to 15 people. Please contact us if anyone is available. Triage can be sometimes difficult for a new paramedic especially in mass casualty situations. This scenario is designed to help paramedic students become familiar with the SMART Triage system and apply it to incidents whether large or small scale.
Fireworks Fundraiser
July 11, 2010
Reminder of the parking cars fundraiser at Rizzo's Restaurant in Crabtree for the fireworks. Lots of help will be needed, so all members are urged to attend. Supporters, please assist Forbes Road VFD by attending this event and receive an excellent view of the fireworks display.
Reminder of the parking cars fundraiser at Rizzo's Restaurant in Crabtree for the fireworks. Lots of help will be needed, so all members are urged to attend. Supporters, please assist Forbes Road VFD by attending this event and receive an excellent view of the fireworks display.
Monthly Meeting Changed
July 11, 2010
Monthly meeting has been changed to next Sunday, July 18, 2010 at 7 pm.
Monthly meeting has been changed to next Sunday, July 18, 2010 at 7 pm.
Monthly Meeting Changed
June 13, 2010
Monthly meeting has been changed to next Sunday, June 20th at 7pm.
Monthly meeting has been changed to next Sunday, June 20th at 7pm.
Monthly Meeting Reminder
June 7, 2010
Reminder of monthly meeting on Sunday, June 13th at 7 pm.
Reminder of monthly meeting on Sunday, June 13th at 7 pm.
Parking Cars Fundraiser
June 7, 2010
Reminder of the Parking Cars fundraiser at Fort Hannastown on Saturday, June 12th and Sunday, June 13th. Please sign up on board at the fire station.
Reminder of the Parking Cars fundraiser at Fort Hannastown on Saturday, June 12th and Sunday, June 13th. Please sign up on board at the fire station.
Firefighter 1 Test Posted
June 7, 2010
Crabtree VFD has invited us to take part in their firefighter 1 testing. Anyone interested contact Chief 90 or Assistant 90-2. Additional information posted in the training/drills section.
Crabtree VFD has invited us to take part in their firefighter 1 testing. Anyone interested contact Chief 90 or Assistant 90-2. Additional information posted in the training/drills section.
More Crabtree Training Posted
June 6, 2010
With a special thanks to Crabtree VFD, more training classes have been added in addition to those posted yestereday. These include a Haz-Mat Operations Refresher and Trench Rescue Technician with Pro-board Certification.
With a special thanks to Crabtree VFD, more training classes have been added in addition to those posted yestereday. These include a Haz-Mat Operations Refresher and Trench Rescue Technician with Pro-board Certification.
Regional RIT Grant Classes Posted
June 5, 2010
A list of classes has been posted under the Training/Drills section pertaining to the Regional RIT grant from the AFG program. The final RIT basic, FF survival, and RIT advanced classes have been posted. As a reminder, the grant was written stating that all interior mask personnel would have these certifications. Also, please make copies of your RIT basic and FF survival certificates and give them to Assistant 90-2.
A list of classes has been posted under the Training/Drills section pertaining to the Regional RIT grant from the AFG program. The final RIT basic, FF survival, and RIT advanced classes have been posted. As a reminder, the grant was written stating that all interior mask personnel would have these certifications. Also, please make copies of your RIT basic and FF survival certificates and give them to Assistant 90-2.
Drill Rescheduled
June 3, 2010
The drill originally scheduled for Thursday, June 3, 2010 has been moved to Monday, June 7, 2010 at 6:00 pm.
The drill originally scheduled for Thursday, June 3, 2010 has been moved to Monday, June 7, 2010 at 6:00 pm.
Upcoming Drill Posted
May 26, 2010
There will be a drill on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 6:00 pm. Turnout gear is required. All members are urged to attend.
There will be a drill on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 6:00 pm. Turnout gear is required. All members are urged to attend.
Training Posted Sponsored by Crabtree VFD
May 14, 2010
Crabtree VFD has invited Forbes Road VFD to take part in a Structural Burn session (16 hours) in preparation for FF1 testing. We are also invited to take part in their FF1 testing. Contact Chief 90 or Assistant 90-2 if interested.
Crabtree VFD has invited Forbes Road VFD to take part in a Structural Burn session (16 hours) in preparation for FF1 testing. We are also invited to take part in their FF1 testing. Contact Chief 90 or Assistant 90-2 if interested.
Monthly Meeting Changed
May 7, 2010
The monthly meeting has been changed to Sunday, May 16, 2010 at 7:00 pm due to Mother's Day. Happy Mother's Day to all mothers.
The monthly meeting has been changed to Sunday, May 16, 2010 at 7:00 pm due to Mother's Day. Happy Mother's Day to all mothers.
Upcoming Drill Posted
The Marsala Well Corporation will be putting on a drill on Wednesday, May 5th at 7:00. Neighboring department personnel are invited. See additional information in the Training/Drills section.
Upcoming Drill Posted
There will be a response drill on Friday, April 30, 2010 at 5:30 pm. All members be at the station by 5:00 pm. We will be responding to ARK Twin Valley Personal Care Home in Delmont.
Fleamarket Fundraiser
Saturday, May 8th and Sunday May 9th kick off the start of the Hannastown Fleamarket fundraiser hosted by the Westmoreland County Historical Society at the Hannastown Fort. Forbes Road VFD assists with collecting entrance fee and parking of those attending. The fleamarket takes place every 2nd Saturday and Sunday of the months May through September. Please come out and show your support.
