Overview

Long known as the leader in advanced fire service training materials, Fire Engineering Books & Videos is proud to announce a new way to train the next generation of firefighters: Fire Engineering's Handbook for Firefighter I and II . Glenn Corbett, Fire Engineering magazine's technical editor, has assembled the top names in firefighting to compile what will be the most authoritative, comprehensive, and up-to-date basics book for Firefighter I and II classes. This real-world guide will meet the 2008 NFPA Standard 1001 and offer innovative ways to train the next generation of firefighters. Fire Engineering's Handbook for Firefighter I and II will be a highly-readable and thorough guide that engages the student and satisfies the needs of the instructor by covering basic fire topics and addressing techniques and issues that are relevant to the firefighter candidate. Inside these pages the instructor will find expert advice from the nationally-known leaders from Fire Engineering magazine and FDIC. With full-color throughout, at-a-glance information, color photos, and detailed illustrations, the reader will easily make his way through our book without being overwhelmed or distracted by unnecessary elements. If you're ready for a new approach to training Firefighter I and II, look no further than the leaders in fire service education: Fire Engineering .

Full Product Details

Author:   Glenn Corbett
Publisher:   PennWell Books
Imprint:   PennWell Books
Dimensions:   Width: 21.60cm , Height: 6.40cm , Length: 27.90cm
Weight:   4.921kg
ISBN:  

9781593701352

ISBN 10:   1593701357
Pages:   1200
Publication Date:   01 September 2009
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Mixed media product
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Awaiting stock  
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Table of Contents

Section I: Firefighter I; 1. Traditions and Mission of the Fire Service, Rick Lasky; 2. Fire Service History, Don Cannon; 3. Fire Department Organization, John Best; 4. Fire Department Communications, Alan Young; 5. Fire Behavior, Jerry Naylis; 6. Fire Extinguishers, Jack Miller; 7. Building Construction, Paul Dansbach; 8. Ropes and Knots, Mark Sulcov; 9. Personal Protective Equipment, Tim Pillsworth; 10. Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, Mike Gagliano; 11. Tools, Rick Fritz; 12. Forcible Entry, Dan Sheridan; 13. Ladders, Mike Ciampo; 14. Ventilation, John Mittendorf; 15. Water Supply, Dennis LeGear; 16. Fire Streams, Jay Comella; 17. Safety and Survival, Jim McCormack; 18. Vehicle Fires, Doug Leihbacher; 19. Search and Rescue, Mike Nasta; 20. Basic Fire Attack, Jerry Knapp; 21. Salvage and Overhaul, Jeff Shupe; 22. Understanding the Behavior of Hazardous Materials, Frank Fire; 23. Planning the Hazardous Materials Response and Sources of Information, Christine Wagner; 24. Hazardous Materials Storage and Transportation, Ron Kanterman; 25. Implementing the Planned Response to a Hazardous Materials Incident, Steve DeLisi; 26. Emergency Medical Care, Victor Stagnaro.

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