From the Sutphen Corporation website: For Immediate Release Date: July 22, 2014 RE: Sutphen Voluntarily Removing 5-Section Aerial Devices From Service Sutphen Corporation has issued a voluntary recall of all SPH 100, SP 110, SPI 112, and SAI 110 aerial devices. Customers are being instructed to remove these units from active service immediately and use them only as engine or support vehicles until further notice. The company emphasized that it is working closely with its customers to provide updates and ensure the safe return of these units once they have been inspected and corrected. “At this time, our priority is the safety of our firefighters,†said Drew Sutphen, President of the company. “In light of recent incidents, we believe it’s essential to take immediate precautionary measures.†Sutphen Corporation, a family-owned business based in Dublin, Ohio, specializes in custom-built emergency response vehicles. The company has begun contacting affected customers directly to explain the situation and outline steps for resolving it. “We want to personally assure our customers that we are taking this seriously and are committed to investigating and correcting the issue as quickly as possible,†Sutphen added. For more information, contact the Sutphen sales office. Three firefighters from Hall County were injured during a training session on Tuesday when a mechanical failure caused a ladder to drop approximately 20 feet before jamming. The sudden movement led to injuries among the three men, who were in the bucket at the time. Firefighters Will Griffin, T.J. Elliot, and Stephen Jackson were transported to hospitals in Grady Memorial and Gainesville, Georgia. All three were reported to be alert, conscious, and stable following the incident. According to Hall County Fire Services spokesperson Scott Cagle, the department is cooperating with investigators to determine the exact cause of the failure and prevent future occurrences.
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Press Release – Five-Section Aerials
Dublin, OH
A recent article on 11alive.com in Atlanta reported on an incident involving three firefighters who were injured while operating a Sutphen aerial tower during a training exercise. This marks the second such incident in recent weeks, raising concerns about the safety of five-section aerial devices.
This latest event has intensified calls for increased safety reviews and recalls of similar equipment. As the investigation continues, fire departments across the country are being urged to remain vigilant and follow manufacturer guidelines to protect their personnel.