Understanding and Implementing the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives

Understanding and Implementing the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives
Author: National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2010-09-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780132622769

This textbook was developed as a joint project between the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) and Fire Protection Publications. It provides a detailed overview and implementation strategies for the 16 Fire Fighter Life Safety Initiatives that were developed by the NFFF at their landmark summit in 2004. Each of the chapters was written by a different highly-respected fire service subject matter expert on that topic. This text provides the information necessary to meet the FESHE courses Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival (associate degree level) and Advanced Principles in Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival (bachelor degree level).

Firefighter Rescue & Survival

Firefighter Rescue & Survival
Author: Richard Kolomay
Publisher: Fire Engineering Books
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2003-04-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780878148295

Deliberate training in firefigher rescue and survival is a field that is new to many in the fire service and private industry alike. For those firefighters and company officers assigned to a Rapid Intervention Team (RIT), not making the correct split-second decisions--such as immediately recognizing changes in fire behavior or failing to evaluate their level of SCBA air--can result in the loss of the lives of the entire team. In an effort to reduce the number of line-of-duty firefighting injuries and deaths, while at the same time being proactive in the fire service training and leadership, authors Richard Kolomay and Robert Hoff have drawn upon their combined 50+ years of firefighting experience to put together this comprehensive guide. Key Features & Benefits - Provides an awareness of firefighter safety and proactive fire service training - Describes various types of serious firefighter injuries and fatality incidents during emergency incident operations - Details recommended Rapid Intervention Team operating methods and procedures, as well as how to activate a Rapid Intervention Team

A Day in the Life of a Fire Fighter

A Day in the Life of a Fire Fighter
Author: Diana Herweck
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2005-03-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780743989428

Each book in 8142--TIME For Kids Nonfiction Readers: Fluent Kit is available in a set of six.For add-on purchases, each 6-pack includes 6 copies of this title and a lesson plan, packaged in a self-sealing vinyl bag.Word Count: 818TCM (Teacher Created Materials) Level: 3.0Guided Reading Level: MEarly Intervention Level: 21DRA (Developmental Reading Assessment) Level: 30

A Day in the Life of a Firefighter

A Day in the Life of a Firefighter
Author: Diana Herweck
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2011-12-30
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781433336515

Introduces fire fighting and its history, and follows a typical fire fighter from checking equipment in the morning through training exercises, working with the community, and responding to alarms to getting everything ready for the next call.

A Day in the Life of a Doctor

A Day in the Life of a Doctor
Author: Heather Adamson
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2004
Genre: Medicine
ISBN: 9780736825061

Explains what doctors do and how they spend their days.

On the Fireline

On the Fireline
Author: Matthew Desmond
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 380
Release: 2008-11-15
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0226144070

In this rugged account of a rugged profession, Matthew Desmond explores the heart and soul of the wildland firefighter. Having joined a firecrew in Northern Arizona as a young man, Desmond relates his experiences with intimate knowledge and native ease, adroitly balancing emotion with analysis and action with insight. On the Fireline shows that these firefighters aren’t the adrenaline junkies or romantic heroes as they’re so often portrayed. An immersion into a dangerous world, On the Fireline is also a sophisticated analysis of a high-risk profession—and a captivating read. “Gripping . . . a masterful account of how young men are able to face down wildfire, and why they volunteer for such an enterprise in the first place.”—David Grazian, Sociological Forum “Along with the risks and sorrow, Desmond also presents the humor and comaraderie of ordinary men performing extraordinary tasks. . . . A good complement to Norman Maclean's Young Men and Fire. Recommended.”—Library Journal

The Firefighter's Workout Book

The Firefighter's Workout Book
Author: Michael Stefano
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2001-12-24
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9780060957339

Offers thirty-minute workout routines that cover strength, cardiovascular, and flexibility training, and includes information on nutrition and techniques used by firefighters to stay fit for their physically demanding work.

A Day in the Life of a Firefighter

A Day in the Life of a Firefighter
Author: Diana Herweck
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2011-12-30
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1433380102

Hop on that big red truck for a real adventure! Being a firefighter takes a lot of hard work. Early elementary readers learn about the important responsibilities it takes to be a firefighter--from the fire equipment to living in the fire station. With vivid photos and images, a timetable of firefighting history, informational text, and intriguing facts, this book will have readers engaged and eager to learn all about this stimulating occupation.

A Day in the Life of a Firefighter

A Day in the Life of a Firefighter
Author: Heather Adamson
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2003-07
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780736822848

In question-and-answer format, this book describes a firefighter's day as he drives a fire truck, puts out a fire, and teaches kids about fire safety.

Firefighting from Within

Firefighting from Within
Author: Dave Pamah
Publisher: Balboa Press
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2014-01-21
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1452589798

Sooner or later, all of us will face challenging times in our lives where we must fight fires fueled by disappointment, hurt, and frustration. But as we all know, our obstacles do not magically disappear on their own. We must put forth the effort to successfully master adversity and realize happiness. In their motivational guidebook, Dave Pamah and Heide Hargreaves show others how to utilize specific tools that will encourage positive change, self-improvement, and move forward into a more fulfilling life. Within anecdotes that touch a variety of subjects including bullying, personal limitations, and discrimination, Pamah and Hargreaves recall experiences and lessons learned related to their own personal obstacleswhile sharing inspirational advice that will help anyone overcome challenges and come out on the other side a better person. Through their guidance, others will learn how to remove limitations, embrace conflict, live in the moment, manage self-limiting beliefs, focus on the purpose, and stop listening to negative thoughts. Firefighting from Within provides time-tested wisdom, tips, and techniques for overcoming lifes greatest obstacles and creating a positive and joyful future.