International Mountain Rescue Handbook

International Mountain Rescue Handbook
Author: Hamish MacInnes
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Limited
Total Pages: 361
Release: 2005
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780711224445

This is the standard handbook of rescue teams throughout the world. It covers all elements of modern search and rescue.

Swiftwater Rescue

Swiftwater Rescue
Author: Slim Ray
Publisher:
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2013-03-01
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9780988243507

Swiftwater Rescue 2nd Edition offers an in-depth look at swiftwater rescue for the professional -- firefighters, park rangers, law enforcement, EMS personnel -- as well as anyone who might be faced with the possibility of a flood or swiftwater rescue. Topics include rescuer safety considerations and equipment; river hydrology; equipment; shore-based, boat-based, and in-water rescue techniques; medical considerations; rigging for river rescue; incident command, animal rescue, and swiftwater training. Densely illustrated with line drawings and black & white photographs, the second edition also covers advanced subjects like the use of helicopters in swiftwater rescue and special situations like low-head dams, urban flooding, and flood channel rescues.

Emergency Medical Responder

Emergency Medical Responder
Author: David Schottke
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Total Pages: 532
Release: 2010
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0763782653

Updated to the new National EMS Education Standards and endorsed by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the fifth edition of our core first responder textbook, Emergency Medical Responder, continues to take an assessment-based approach to emergency medical responder training. Designed to meet the needs of law enforcement personnel, fire fighters, rescue squad personnel, athletic trainers, college students, and laypersons, the text and features found in the fifth edition will help students take the next step toward becoming outstanding Emergency Medical Responders.

Helicopter Rescue Techniques

Helicopter Rescue Techniques
Author: Mr Rob Thomas
Publisher:
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2017-07-21
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9781928276753

Helicopter rescue techniques is a unique resource for rescue practitioners. It covers not only then techniques associated with conducting rescue using helicopters but also the underpinning knowledge needed to avoid disaster, including: - Physics of flight - Accident cause & prevention - Helicopter types - Moving around helicopters - Helicopters as transport - Hoisting operations - Short-haul operations - Water rescue techniques - Night rescue considerations. The book is packed with clear, simple illustrations as well as numerous real-life examples.

Volunteer Training Drills

Volunteer Training Drills
Author: Howard A. Chatterton
Publisher: PennWell Books
Total Pages: 186
Release: 1998
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780912212685

Training is about learning new skills and certifying the ability to perform them to a given standard. Section 1 begins with a one-year outline for training officers. Section 2 follows with a table of listings for each outline given in the book, indicating whether the drill is inside or outside and the preparation time needed for it. Section 3 consists of general guidelines for the training officer on how to conduct drills in a safe but effective manner. Section 4 contains the outlines of the various drills that should be conducted. They can be customized and altered, but the basic concept will provide you with a solid place to start. The safety of the members is paramount. Follow all safety precautions and conduct the drills in accordance with standards and company policies.

Firefighting Operations in High-Rise and Standpipe-Equipped Buildings

Firefighting Operations in High-Rise and Standpipe-Equipped Buildings
Author: David M. McGrail
Publisher: PennWell Books
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2007
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1593700547

This book establishes a proper firefighting mindset and promotes maintaining preparedness for the extreme physical and mental demands of firefighting operations in high-rise and standpipe-equipped buildings ... Among the many valuable topics covered in this book are: standpipe system pressure regulating devices, pressure restricting devices and pressure reducing valves; cautious and disciplined elevator use during high-rise operations; elevator rescue operations; proper engine company suppression selection, including techniques to operate more powerful firefighting weapons with limited manpower; air support operations during high-rise emergencies, with or without an internal resource.