Scomac Associates LLC

10/26/2026

10/26/2026

Earlier this month, Ben Moore was struck on the side of I-24 in Tennessee, leaving him with both legs and several other bones broken. He’s now in rehab facing a long recovery, drastically changing both him and his family’s life over something that was incredibly preventable.

Ben deserved to go home after work. Be part of the solution; take the second to slow down, move over, and overall pay attention.
A human life is not worth a shorter commute to work, ever!!
Please keep Ben and his family in your best wishes and prayers during this difficult and traumatic time.

Link to GoFundMe is in the comments if you're able to help in anyway ❤️❤️

10/26/2026

WHEELING -- At least one firefighter was injured after a tow truck crashed into a Wheeling Fire Engine on the 26th Street northbound off-ramp from I-470 Friday afternoon. According to dispatchers, a tow truck crashed into Engine 2 from the Wheeling Fire Department when they were on I-470 westbound n...

10/23/2026

🚨 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 – 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗩𝗬 𝗪𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥! 🚨

𝗗𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 | 𝗕𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗺𝘁𝗼𝗻, 𝗡𝗬

We're looking for an experienced, dependable Heavy Wrecker Operator to join our team! Ideal candidates will have a strong background in heavy-duty towing and recovery, a solid work ethic, and the ability to work safely and independently in a demanding environment.

🚛 𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦:
• Valid CDL required
• Heavy-duty towing and recovery experience preferred
• Strong mechanical knowledge and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Dependable, professional, and safety-conscious

📅 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 & 𝗢𝗡-𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡:
• Rotating on-call schedule – 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝟮𝟰/𝟳
• Scheduled nights off and rotating weekends off
• Additional compensation for on-call coverage
• Plenty of overtime opportunities

💰 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 & 𝗕𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗙𝗜𝗧𝗦:
• Competitive pay based on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Company contribution toward health insurance
• Dental insurance available
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time
• Company-provided uniforms and safety equipment
• On-call incentives

We operate a well-equipped fleet of heavy-duty wreckers and are looking for someone who wants to be part of an established towing and recovery operation.

📲 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗡 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠?

Apply directly through our website!

👉 https://www.orallsgarage.com/careers

Please share with anyone who may be a good fit!

10/21/2026

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10/21/2026

🚒⚡ **EV BATTERY FIRES: IS LETTING THEM BURN ALWAYS THE BEST OPTION?**

One of the tactical considerations discussed in lithium-ion battery fire training is allowing an involved high-voltage battery to burn under controlled conditions when there are no immediate life-safety concerns or threatened exposures.

But what exactly constitutes an exposure?

A September 2026 research study from Germany, *Assessment of Hazardous Substance Exposure During Electric Vehicle Fires*, raises important questions about the hazards associated with EV battery fires.

Researchers conducted two full-scale electric vehicle fire tests and identified several concerning findings:

🔹 **Toxic gases before visible flames:** Hazardous gases, including hydrogen fluoride (HF) and hydrogen cyanide (HCN), were detected during battery venting.

🔹 **Dangerous carbon monoxide concentrations:** Localized CO readings exceeded 2,000 ppm during testing.

🔹 **Airborne particulates:** Researchers identified fine and ultrafine particles, raising additional concerns about inhalation exposure.

🔹 **Post-fire contamination:** Battery-related metals and other hazardous substances were identified on surfaces and in extinguishing media.

**HERE'S THE QUESTION WE SHOULD BE ASKING:**

When we say there are no exposures, are we considering only nearby buildings and vehicles, or are we also considering the people and properties downwind?

Allowing an EV battery to burn under controlled conditions may still be an appropriate tactical decision. However, that decision should account for atmospheric hazards, environmental concerns, firefighter safety, and available suppression options.

It's equally important to recognize that this study did not establish whether allowing a battery to burn produces greater overall community exposure than active suppression.

At Scomac Associates, our Lithium-Ion & EV Incident Operations training emphasizes practical decision-making based on actual incident conditions, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

As additional research becomes available, we believe our training and tactical discussions should continue to evolve.

**Our objective remains the same: Protect lives, stabilize the incident, and minimize unnecessary risks to responders and the communities we serve.**

A special thank you to Level Training Network / Next Level Extrication for bringing this research to the attention of the fire service. Sharing information and encouraging professional discussion helps all of us improve responder safety.

**What are your department's current tactical considerations when dealing with an actively burning EV high-voltage battery?**

📚 Research: *Assessment of Hazardous Substance Exposure During Electric Vehicle Fires* (2026)

https://www.mdpi.com/2571-6255/9/9/401

Internal combustion engine vehicles and electric vehicles share many similarities in the event of a vehicle fire but also differ in certain aspects. While both vehicle types release pollutants typical of vehicle fires, fires involving electric vehicles also emit battery-specific emissions. To invest...

10/21/2026

HEAVY DUTY WINCH & RIGGING TRAINING
REAL SKILLS. REAL RESULTS.

INSTRUCTOR - Shane Coleman, National Director of Training

There's still time to join ERSCA in Lansing, Michigan, for two days of hands-on Heavy Duty Winch & Rigging Training!

Whether you're looking to sharpen your recovery skills, strengthen your understanding of equipment ratings and rigging practices, or build greater confidence in heavy-duty recovery operations, this is a training opportunity you won't want to miss!

📅 OCTOBER 24–25, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Daily
📍 P.J.'s Towing – Lansing, Michigan

TRAINING TOPICS INCLUDE:
✅ Recovery Scene Safety & Planning
✅ Equipment Knowledge & Inspection
✅ Working Load Limits (WLL)
✅ Chains, Wire Rope, Straps & Rigging Components
✅ Calculating Resistance & Recovery Forces
✅ Proper Rigging Techniques
✅ Real-World Heavy Duty Recovery Applications

This is more than classroom instruction — it's an opportunity to put knowledge into practice with hands-on training and real-world applications.

🔥 DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO JOIN US!

👉 REGISTER TODAY at https://members.ersca.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2065755&group=
Visit the Training Calendar to secure your spot!

TRAINING NEVER STOPS… SAFETY NEVER STOPS!

10/13/2026

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