North Lakes Fire & Rescue Chief Darren Woods stands near the future site of Sinclair’s new fire station. Woods and other fire chiefs have criticized proposed OSHA regulations that they say will place more financial burdens on local departments. (Chris Bouchard | St. John Valley Times)
Aroostook fire chiefs worry proposed federal regulations would strain departments
The updated standards would create mandatory timeframes for replacing firefighting gear and equipment and require firefighters to undergo extensive medical exams and take part in a physical fitness program.
