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Firefighter's Handbook: Firefighting and Emergency Response by Delmar Cengage Learning (2008, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherDelamr Cengage Learning
ISBN-101418073202
ISBN-139781418073206
eBay Product ID (ePID)63120779
Product Key Features
Number of Pages1056 Pages
Publication NameFirefighter's Handbook: Firefighting and Emergency Response
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2008
SubjectTechnical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades, Fire Science, Teaching Methods & Materials / Arts & Humanities
FeaturesRevised
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaTechnology & Engineering, Education
AuthorDelmar Cengage Learning
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.9 in
Item Weight82.6 Oz
Item Length10.8 in
Item Width8.3 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number3
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2007-941712
Dewey Edition22
Reviews"The requirements for any course taught is that it at least must meet the appropriate NFPA Standard. This book does meet and in many cases exceeds that required amount of knowledge...It is obvious that these chapters were updated by subject matter experts and include the latest information...they are current, relevant, and up to date."~ Philip Oakes, Training Division Manager, State of Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, Cheyenne, WY, NFPA 1001, NFPA 472, and JPR Correlation Guides.History, Tradition, and Development of the American Fire Service. Fire Dept Organization, Command, and Control. Communications and Alarms. Fire Behavior. Firefighter Safety. Personal Protective Clothing and Ensembles. Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. Portable Fire Extinguishers. Water Supply. Fire Hose and Appliances. Nozzles, Fire Streams, and Foam. Protective Systems. Building Construction. Ladders. Ropes and Knots. Rescue Procedures. Forcible Entry. Ventilation. Fire Suppression. Salvage, Overhaul, and Fire Cause Determination. Prevention, Public Education, and Pre-Incident Planning. EMS. Firefighter Survival. HazMat: Laws, Regulations, and Standards. HazMat: Recognition and Identification. HazMat: Information Resources. HazMat: Personal Protective Equipment. HazMat: Protective Actions. Product Control and Air Monitoring. Terrorism Awareness. Large Incident & Disaster Response., I felt that the chapters provided the necessary information to meet current NFPA Standards while providing a sold foundation in the basic firefighting skills and responsibilitiesbased on the content, currency and fresh approach, I would definitely utilize this manual in my classes.~Battalion Chief S.R. Hunter, City of Bethany Fire Department, Bethany, OK, "I felt that the chapters provided the necessary information to meet current NFPA Standards while providing a sold foundation in the basic firefighting skills and responsibilities…based on the content, currency and fresh approach, I would definitely utilize this manual in my classes."~Battalion Chief S.R. Hunter, City of Bethany Fire Department, Bethany, OK, I felt that the chapters provided the necessary information to meet current NFPA Standards while providing a sold foundation in the basic firefighting skills and responsibilities…based on the content, currency and fresh approach, I would definitely utilize this manual in my classes.”~Battalion Chief S.R. Hunter, City of Bethany Fire Department, Bethany, OK, "I felt that the chapters provided the necessary information to meet current NFPA Standards while providing a sold foundation in the basic firefighting skills and responsibilities...based on the content, currency and fresh approach, I would definitely utilize this manual in my classes."~Battalion Chief S.R. Hunter, City of Bethany Fire Department, Bethany, OK, "The requirements for any course taught is that it at least must meet the appropriate NFPA Standard. This book does meet and in many cases exceeds that required amount of knowledge…It is obvious that these chapters were updated by subject matter experts and include the latest information…they are current, relevant, and up to date."~ Philip Oakes, Training Division Manager, State of Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, Cheyenne, WY, aI felt that the chapters provided the necessary information to meet current NFPA Standards while providing a sold foundation in the basic firefighting skills and responsibilitiesa]based on the content, currency and fresh approach, I would definitely utilize this manual in my classes.a~Battalion Chief S.R. Hunter, City of Bethany Fire Department, Bethany, OK, The requirements for any course taught is that it at least must meet the appropriate NFPA Standard. This book does meet and in many cases exceeds that required amount of knowledgeIt is obvious that these chapters were updated by subject matter experts and include the latest informationthey are current, relevant, and up to date.~ Philip Oakes, Training Division Manager, State of Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, Cheyenne, WY, aThe requirements for any course taught is that it at least must meet the appropriate NFPA Standard. This book does meet and in many cases exceeds that required amount of knowledgea]It is obvious that these chapters were updated by subject matter experts and include the latest informationa]they are current, relevant, and up to date.a~ Philip Oakes, Training Division Manager, State of Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, Cheyenne, WY, The requirements for any course taught is that it at least must meet the appropriate NFPA Standard. This book does meet and in many cases exceeds that required amount of knowledge…It is obvious that these chapters were updated by subject matter experts and include the latest information…they are current, relevant, and up to date.”~ Philip Oakes, Training Division Manager, State of Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, Cheyenne, WY
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal628.9/25
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
Table Of ContentNFPA 1001, NFPA 472, and JPR Correlation Guides. History, Tradition, and Development of the American Fire Service. Fire Dept Organization, Command, and Control. Communications and Alarms. Fire Behavior. Firefighter Safety. Personal Protective Clothing and Ensembles. Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. Portable Fire Extinguishers. Water Supply. Fire Hose and Appliances. Nozzles, Fire Streams, and Foam. Protective Systems. Building Construction. Ladders. Ropes and Knots. Rescue Procedures. Forcible Entry. Ventilation. Fire Suppression. Salvage, Overhaul, and Fire Cause Determination. Prevention, Public Education, and Pre-Incident Planning. EMS. Firefighter Survival. HazMat: Laws, Regulations, and Standards. HazMat: Recognition and Identification. HazMat: Information Resources. HazMat: Personal Protective Equipment. HazMat: Protective Actions. Product Control and Air Monitoring. Terrorism Awareness. Large Incident & Disaster Response.
SynopsisWelcome to the world of firefighting! This comprehensive training manual provides you with need to know information critical for development of Firefighter I and II skills, as well as practical advice necessary for proficiency on the job. Meeting 100% of the 2008 NFPA Standard 1001, this new edition seeks to meet and exceed the requirements for firefighting training in order to lead candidates to success on the certification exam, as well as serve as a handy reference for refresher training. Thoroughly revised by a team of respected experts in the fire service, Firefighter's Handbook: Firefighting & Emergency Response, Third Edition, touches on new practices, technology and initiatives that are a consideration for all firefighters. Current topics include a new chapter on large incident and disaster response, as well as new information on fire life safety initiatives, managing air supply and performing emergency checks, predicting building collapse, GPS technology, thermal imaging use in search and rescue, new considerations for terrorism response, and much more! With a reader-friendly approach, this book is a valuable resource for all fire departments, academies and colleges conducting initial and refresher firefighter training., Welcome to the world of firefighting This comprehensive training manual provides you with need to know information critical for development of Firefighter I and II skills, as well as practical advice necessary for proficiency on the job. Meeting 100% of the 2008 NFPA Standard 1001, this new edition seeks to meet and exceed the requirements for firefighting training in order to lead candidates to success on the certification exam, as well as serve as a handy reference for refresher training. Thoroughly revised by a team of respected experts in the fire service, Firefighter's Handbook: Firefighting & Emergency Response, Third Edition, touches on new practices, technology and initiatives that are a consideration for all firefighters. Current topics include a new chapter on large incident and disaster response, as well as new information on fire life safety initiatives, managing air supply and performing emergency checks, predicting building collapse, GPS technology, thermal imaging use in search and rescue, new considerations for terrorism response, and much more With a reader-friendly approach, this book is a valuable resource for all fire departments, academies and colleges conducting initial and refresher firefighter training.
LC Classification NumberTH9151
