NFPA 1221 Standard for the Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Emergency Services Communications Systems
Author: National Fire Protection Association
Publisher:
Published: 2018-08-14
Total Pages: 72
ISBN-13: 9781455920396
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Organizing for Fire and Rescue Services
Author: Arthur E. Cote
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 616
ISBN-13: 9780877655770
DOWNLOAD EBOOKApply the experience of dozens of leading authorities with the new Organizing for Fire and Rescue Services. This special fire service edition of NFPA's Fire Protection Handbook is comprised of 35 informative chapters that present the big picture in a single volume. All the topics fire service managers and fire and life safety educators need to know about are here including: Fire and fire science basics including fire data collection and databases, and use of incident data and statistics Information on fire and life safety education including how to reach high-risk groups, understanding media, and evaluation techniques Guidance on fire department administration and operations, pre-incident planning, EMS, training, apparatus and equipment, PPE, managing response to haz-mat incidents, rescue operations, fireground operations, and more! Order your copy today and put time-tested knowledge to work for you!
The Fire Chief's Handbook, 7th Edition
Author: Richard A. Marinucci
Publisher: Fire Engineering Books & Videos
Published: 2015-04-17
Total Pages: 943
ISBN-13: 1593702620
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Fire Chief’s Handbook, 7th Edition continues Fire Engineering’s 82-year tradition of publishing the definitive resource for advanced fire service training. The text has been completely updated to meet the changing environment and added responsibilities of the fire service. Returning authors have rewritten their chapter to address today’s leadership and administrative concerns, while new authors are also introduced to offer new perspectives. This comprehensive guidebook is designed for firefighters, company officers, and chief officers of all ranks and department types who want the latest information on the fundamentals of leadership in the fire service, as well as managing the day-to-day operations of a fire department.
Fire Service Pump Operator: Principles and Practice
Author: Iafc
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Published: 2009-11-03
Total Pages: 418
ISBN-13: 1449662838
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe National Fire Protection Association® and International Association of Fire Chiefs are pleased to bring you Fire Service Pump Operator: Principles and Practice, a modern integrated teaching and learning system for the fire pumper driver/operator. This textbook meets and exceeds the job performance requirements of Chapters 4, 5, and 10 of NFPA 1002, Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications, 2009 Edition. It also addresses all of the course outcomes from the National Fire Academy’s Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) Associates (Core) Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply course. Fire Service Pump Operator: Principles and Practice features: a laser-like focus on driver/operator safety and responsibility with dedicated chapters on safety; actual Near-Miss Reporting System cases are discussed to drive home important points about safety and the lessons learned from these real-life incidents; detailed step-by-step skill drills with which include the corresponding NFPA job performance requiremens; page references for quick access to coverage of NFPA 1002 objectives and FESHE’s Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply course outcomes at the beginning of each chapter; scenario based learning tools including You are the Driver/Operator, Driver/Operator in Action, and Voices of Experience case studies to encourage critical thinking skills; and Driver/Operator Tips and Safety Tips to provide helpful advice from fireground veterans.
Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services includes Navigate Advantage Access
Author: Robert Klinoff
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Published: 2019-11-11
Total Pages: 402
ISBN-13: 1284208001
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe sixth edition of Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services meets and exceeds the National Fire Academy’s Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) course objectives and outcomes for the Associate’s (Core) course called Principles of Emergency Services (C0273). The Sixth Edition delivers future fire service candidates a head start in the competitive selection process by familiarizing students with the selection and training process. In addition, the Sixth Edition provides a comprehensive and concise overview of the broad spectrum of the fire service, from the primary duties of the modern fire department, to emergency incident management, to fire prevention, to department administration. The Sixth Edition reinforces foundational knowledge, including the history and future of the fire service; the chemistry and physics of fire; issues facing the fire and rescue service in the United States; and careers in the fire and emergency services. The entire range of services of the modern fire service is explored, including emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, wildland fires, swiftwater rescue, and urban search and rescue. The Sixth Edition includes: An emphasis on safety and professionalism, which is reinforced through discussions of incident effectiveness, fire fighter ethics, customer service, physical fitness, training, decision making, fire prevention, and behavioral health Organizations that support the fire service are highlighted, including: Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance. Firefighter Cancer Support Network. Leary Firefighter Foundation Discussions on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Repeated Exposure to Trauma (RET) and their effects on fire fighters An expanded discussion of the possible future effects of climate change and the effect on the fire and rescue service
Fundamentals of Fire Protection
Author: Arthur Cote
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Published: 2011-02-28
Total Pages: 481
ISBN-13: 0877655952
DOWNLOAD EBOOKUp-to-date, broad-based training for fire service candidates and in-service professionals! Comprehensive coverage--from fire basics to fire department operations- and based on objectives established by the National Fire Academy. Written by experienced fire service faculty from colleges and fire departments, Fundamentals of Fire Protection provides a solid introduction to the full range of fire protection topics. Designed for classroom instruction or self-study, this authoritative resource is a suggested text for the model FESHE curriculum course Principles of Emergency Services (formerly Fundamentals of Fire Protection). It is i deal for students preparing to enter the field or fire protection professionals who want to advance their career. Fundamentals is the only text organized around the Principles of Emergency Services course developed by the National Fire Academy's Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) Conference. Comprised of faculty from over 100 institutions of higher learning with a fire science curriculum, FESHE's model curriculum sets uniform objectives for quality fire and emergency services education. Fundamentals of Fire Protection's 12 chapters are designed for a 12- or 13-week semester of study. Each chapter features measurable educational objectives based on those developed by FESHE, review questions with answer key, and student activities. Easy for instructors to use and for students to understand.
Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills
Author: International Association of Fire Chiefs
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 1084
ISBN-13: 9780763746285
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFire fighter stories of dreams realized, bravery tested, and lives saved. Twelve men and women who haved devoted their lives to saving others tell their stories.
Fire And Emergency Services Administration: Management And Leadership Practices
Author: L. Charles Smeby Jr.
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 635
ISBN-13: 1449611583
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOccupational Safety and Health in the Emergency Services includes Navigate Advantage Access
Author: James S. Angle
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Published: 2021-04-01
Total Pages: 273
ISBN-13: 1284233324
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDesigned for use within courses based on the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) Occupational Safety and Health for Emergency Services model curriculum, Occupational Safety and Health in the Emergency Services, Fifth Edition provides a comprehensive overview of the many components of occupational safety and health for the emergency services.
Disaster Planning and Control
Author: William Michael Kramer
Publisher: Fire Engineering Books
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 492
ISBN-13: 1593701896
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this new book, Bill Kramer examines the complexities of disaster planning and control, covering the concepts of disaster management, development of disaster and emergency operation plans, and much more. Through examples and case studies, the book is designed to allow the fire officer to study how the fire service has been involved with responding to various disasters and, by learning from the past and understanding the concepts presented, make a difference in the overall outcome of future events. Disaster Planning and Control will be an invaluable resource for anyone involved in disaster response--from the frontline worker to the highest elected official. This book is written to the FESHE model curriculum for the Disaster Planning and Recovery course.
