Introduction to Fire Pump Operations, 2nd ed., Thomas B. Sturtevant, 2005

Firefighters aspiring to meet the professional qualifications for Vehicle Driver/Pump Operator will benefit from this new edition that is updated to the 2003 Edition of NFPA Standard 1002 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications.

It teaches readers to efficiently, effectively, and safely operate and maintain fire pumps, with the must-know information that is critical for successful completion of the evaluation for driver/pump operator.

Topics are logically organized, beginning with an overview of the roles and responsibilities of the driver and operator. Readers are then taken step-by-step through the construction of pumps and the procedures necessary for the operations of pumps.

Theory and principles behind important water flow calculations are also provided, followed by expanded information on automatic nozzles, standpipe operations, hydrant flows, and other topics that promote the safe and efficient operation of pumps.

FEATURES:
expansive coverage includes emergency vehicles, pump construction and peripherals, pump procedures, water flow calculations, and more
completely adheres to the model FESHE curriculum course Fire Hydraulics & Water Supply
offers firefighters one complete source for the need-to-know information that is necessary to meet the requirements for certification
an easy-to-follow correlation guide to the 2003 Edition of NFPA Standard 1002 outlines the specific job performance requirements as well as the book pages where those particular requirements are covered
chapter objectives correlate to specific requirements outlined by the Standard 1002
engaging photos stimulate interest while helping readers keep current with the latest equipment advances

TABLE OF CONTENTS:
SECTION 1 THE DRIVER/OPERATOR and EMERGENCY VEHICLES: Driver/Operator Duties and Responsibilities. Emergency Vehicle Preventative Maintenance. Driving Emergency Vehicles.
SECTION 2 PUMP CONSTRUCTION and PERIPHERALS: Pump Operating Principles and Construction. Pump Peripherals. Hose, Appliances & Nozzels.
SECTION 3 PUMP PROCEDURES: Water Supplies. Pump Operations. Discharge Maintenance and Trouble Shooting.
SECTION 4 WATER FLOW CALCULATIONS: Introduction to Hydraulic Theory and Principles. Fireground Flow and Friction Loss Considerations. Pump Discharge Pressure Calculations.

8" x 9", 422 pages, black & white photos and diagrams, ISBN: 0-7668-5452-3, BI8451 / $117.95

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