ESSENTIALS OF FIREFIGHTING, 4th Ed., IFSTA, 1998
Addresses NFPA 1001, Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, Levels I and II.
Essentials of Firefighting is the "bible" on basic firefighting skills. It has an easy-to-read format with colorful illustrations and step-by-step skill sheets to make learning easier.
Chapter 1, "Firefighter Orientation and Safety," acquaints new firefighters with the organization and operation of the fire service as well as safety concerns of the fire service.
The text also familiarizes you with fire behavior, building construction, firefighter personal protective equipment, portable extinguishers, ropes and knots, rescue and extrication, forcible entry, ground ladders, ventilation, water supply, fire hose, fire streams, and forcible entry. It also discusses fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems; loss control; protecting evidence for fire cause determination; fire department communications; and fire prevention and public fire education.
8 1/2" x 11", 716 pages, hundreds of photos & illustrations, softcover BE6260 / $40.00
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