Local 42 is part of the New Jersey Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association (FMBA), which is a labor union representing 113 Locals from around The State of New Jersey. These 113 locals represent more than 5,000 Professional Firefighters, EMT's and Dispatchers that serve jurisdictions across New Jersey. The FMBA is the largest firefighters union in the State of New Jersey
When we are at full mem
bership, Local 42 represents the 61 Firefighter/EMT's of the Teaneck Fire Department. The Chief of Department, Deputy Chiefs, Battalion Chiefs, Captains and Lieutenants are not represented by Local 42. Our Firefighters directly serve over 41,000 residents and 14,000 households spread over the 6.23 square miles of The Township of Teaneck. In Bergen County, these numbers represent the 2nd most populated municipality, the 3rd most households and the 7th largest municipality. Furthermore, they assist 6 other surrounding communities helping to protect a further 139,000 people and more than 76,000 households spread over an additional 18.52 square miles. There are no days off for the Firefighter/EMT's of Local 42 as they are on duty 24/7. For our members, Local 42 works to protect, enhance and uphold their rights. The Local is continuously working to improve the work environment and benefits of its members. We must not forget what sacrifices the past members of Local 42 have made for the current and future members of The Local. For the general public, Local 42 works to provide better awareness and education in connection with the area of emergency services, including, but not limited to, encouraging greater public understanding of fire safety and fire fighting, instruct the youth of the community in fire safety and prevention; to sponsor events which encourage involvement in fire prevention; and to make contributions to other charitable organizations for their general purposes. Currently the social media pages are moderated by a 3rd party consultant.
