Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills (4th Edition)

Description

Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills, Fourth Edition is a complete Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II training solution. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) are pleased to bring you product enhancements and features that ensure student comprehension and enhanced critical-thinking skills.

The Fourth Edition features the same exceptional content, along with the latest standards, technology, and research, including the latest research-based data from Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Understanding that today’s fires release energy faster, reach flashover potential sooner, and may reach higher temperatures than building fires of the past is critically important for new and seasoned fire fighters. This foundational knowledge is covered extensively, in addition to recent data identifying the higher rate of physical and mental health issues in the fire service than the general population. Information relating to fire fighter health and safety has been revised and updated to include behavioral and physical health awareness topics and statistics.

The new edition meets and exceeds the performance requirements in the latest edition of NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. Along with a new design, the structure and organization of the Fourth Edition has been completely updated to allow you the flexibility to teach your Fire Fighter I and II courses exactly the way you wish.

Key Features

• A split-level table of contents with distinct sections for Fire Fighter Level I and Level II chapters
• Full coverage of all JPRs and competencies required within the latest edition of NFPA 1001
• Updated research and statistics, with reference information, is included to ensure evidence-based recommendations and protocols
• A new and improved Skill Drill design with clear, comprehensive visual summaries
• An updated art program featuring new photos and illustrations

Table of Contents

1. 1. Section I: Fire Fighter
      1. Chapter 1 The Fire Service
      2. Chapter 2 Fire Fighter Health and Safety
      3. Chapter 3 Personal Protective Equipment
      4. Chapter 4 Fire Service Communications
      5. Chapter 5 Fire Behavior
      6. Chapter 6 Building Construction
      7. Chapter 7 Portable Fire Extinguishers
      8. Chapter 8 Fire Fighter Tools and Equipment
      9. Chapter 9 Ropes and Knots
      10. Chapter 10 Forcible Entry
      11. Chapter 11 Ladders
      12. Chapter 12 Search and Rescue
      13. Chapter 13 Ventilation
      14. Chapter 14 Water Supply Systems
      15. Chapter 15 Fire Hose, Appliances, and Nozzles
      16. Chapter 16 Supply Line and Attack Line Evolutions
      17. Chapter 17 Fire Suppression
      18. Chapter 18 Fire Fighter Survival
      19. Chapter 19 Salvage and Overhaul
      20. Chapter 20 Fire Fighter Rehabilitation
      21. Chapter 21 Wildland and Ground Fires
   2. Section II: Fire Fighter
      1. Chapter 22 Establishing and Transferring Command
      2. Chapter 23 Advanced Fire Suppression
      3. Chapter 24 Vehicle Rescue and Extrication
      4. Chapter 25 Assisting Special Rescue Teams
      5. Chapter 26 Fire Detection, Suppression and Smoke Control Systems
      6. Chapter 27 Fire and Life Safety Initiatives
      7. Chapter 28 Fire Origin and Cause