Public Safety Diving

Public Safety Diving
Author: Walt Hendrick
Publisher: PennWell Books
Total Pages: 366
Release: 2000
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780912212944

Written for instructors, dive team captains, surface teams, and underwater personnel alike, this book offers definitive information on procedures for safe operations, proper methods of training, and how to make appropriate purchasing decisions. Various techniques and types of equipment are discussed and assessed. Included also are chapters on methods of search in black water, swift water, and contaminated water, as well as techniques for evidence recovery.

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.

Surface Ice Rescue

Surface Ice Rescue
Author: Walt Hendrick
Publisher: PennWell Books
Total Pages: 236
Release: 1999
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9780912212852

This book provides practical, up-to-date information on training, team management, equipment, and techniques for ice rescue teams.

Instructional Methods for Public Safety

Instructional Methods for Public Safety
Author: William McClincy
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2010-07-19
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1449663613

Quality education starts and ends with competent and knowledgeable instruction. Today’s students demand that educational programs be informative and challenging. With accreditation of EMS programs on the horizon—and the mandate that instructors develop their own teaching materials, not simply use “canned” materials off the shelf—EMS instructors need clear, detailed direction on course design and tools to enhance their courses. Instructional Methods for Public Safety offers a broad-spectrum view of the latest educational trends and cutting-edge information on emergency services instruction. Based on the current National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and encompassing the recommendations of the EMS Education Standards, this resource offers new and experienced instructors concise guidance on the development of high-quality, interactive educational and assessment tools.

Aquatic Rescue Professional

Aquatic Rescue Professional
Author: Ellis & Associates
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Total Pages: 118
Release: 2000
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780763711498

Details techniques for rescuing conscious and unconscious victims found on the water surface or submerged, and explains the use of personal watercraft in rescues. Contains chapters on the water environment, protecting the rescue professional, responding to emergencies, and the conscious and unconsci

Water Rescue: Principles and Practice to NFPA 1006 and 1670: Surface, Swiftwater, Dive, Ice, Surf, and Flood

Water Rescue: Principles and Practice to NFPA 1006 and 1670: Surface, Swiftwater, Dive, Ice, Surf, and Flood
Author: Steve Treinish
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Total Pages: 518
Release: 2017-11-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1284156044

Water Rescue: Principles and Practice to NFPA 1006 and 1670: Surface, Swiftwater, Dive, Ice, Surf, and Flood, Second Edition Includes Navigate 2 Advantage is a complete resource for water rescue personnel and their organizations. All six sub-disciplines are broken down into Awareness, Operations and Technician level chapters to better help you and your organization train to the levels your organization is ready to deliver in your response area. Based on the 2017 Editions of NFPA 1006: Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications and NFPA 1670: Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents, this single textbook is the most current and comprehensive water rescue textbook available.

Water Rescue: Principles and Practice to NFPA 1006 and 1670: Surface, Swiftwater, Dive, Ice, Surf, and Flood

Water Rescue: Principles and Practice to NFPA 1006 and 1670: Surface, Swiftwater, Dive, Ice, Surf, and Flood
Author: Treinish
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Total Pages: 537
Release: 2017-11-21
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1284042057

Water Rescue: Principles and Practice to NFPA 1006 and 1670: Surface, Swiftwater, Dive, Ice, Surf, and Flood, Second Edition Includes Navigate 2 Advantage is a complete resource for water rescue personnel and their organizations. All six sub-disciplines are broken down into Awareness, Operations and Technician level chapters to better help you and your organization train to the levels your organization is ready to deliver in your response area. Based on the 2017 Editions of NFPA 1006: Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel Professional Qualifications and NFPA 1670: Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents, this single textbook is the most current and comprehensive water rescue textbook available.