Clayton Fire Department Trains with New Paratech Rescue Equipment
The Clayton Fire Department is strengthening how crews respond to serious crashes, industrial incidents, and other complex emergencies through ongoing training with new Paratech rescue equipment.
The department is conducting both onsite and offsite training this month, allowing firefighters to practice stabilizing vehicles, lifting heavy objects, and securing unsafe scenes in realistic conditions. These hands-on exercises help protect both victims and first responders when every second counts.
The Paratech rescue equipment was made possible through a nearly $43,000 grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation®. The grant fully funded the purchase at no cost to the Town of Clayton and included struts, extensions, bases, and rescue kits designed for precision and reliability in challenging rescue scenarios.
As the contracted technical rescue provider for Johnston County, the Clayton Fire Department uses this specialized equipment and training to support emergency response efforts not only in Clayton but across the region. Ongoing training ensures crews are confident and prepared to use the equipment safely and effectively in real emergencies.
For nearly two decades, the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has supported first responders nationwide. Since 2005, the Foundation has awarded more than 6,800 grants totaling close to $100 million to help provide lifesaving equipment to public safety organizations across the country.
