Firefighters' Clothing and Equipment

Firefighters' Clothing and Equipment
Author: Guowen Song
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 372
Release: 2018-12-07
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0429816413

Protective clothing and equipment used for firefighters protect them against their harsh working environment loaded with strong thermal hazards, elevated environmental temperatures, low oxygen concentration and smoke. This book describes an in-depth review of firefighting clothing and equipment, and explicitly addresses the performance of protection and comfort in textile engineering, clothing design, and evaluation. Covered topics include protection and comfort requirements for firefighting clothing and equipment, testing methods, standards and performance evaluation, smart firefighting clothing for first responders and numerical modeling of performance of firefighting clothing. Key Features Presents complete overview about the requirements of firefighters' protective clothing/thermal protective materials Addresses performance of protection and comfort Includes human thermoregulation system and responses to firefighting working environment Discusses SMART firefighting clothing and equipment Suggests "how to improve the wear comfort?

Fire and Ashes

Fire and Ashes
Author: John N. Maclean
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2003
Genre: Fire ecology
ISBN: 9780805072129

The Farm Fires

The Farm Fires
Author: Laurie Loveman
Publisher: Laurie Loveman
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2002-10-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1591094321

As a result of having never known his parents, Freddy Pratter never allows anyone to know his true feelings. When newly-divorced Glynis Hampton moves back to a village near Woodhill, a chance meeting and a shared love of photography bring Freddy and Glynis together. With the complications of an old high school sweetheart, a fire, a murder, and personal secrets, it seems unlikely that Freddy and Glynis will be able to reveal their true feelings for one another.

Where There's Food, There's Firefighters

Where There's Food, There's Firefighters
Author: Jeff Derraugh
Publisher: TouchWood Editions
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2009-08-25
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 9781894898942

In a follow-up to his bestselling Fire Hall Cooking with Jeff the Chef, Jeff Derraugh, a 20-year veteran firefighter, offers over 150 delectable, affordable and easy-to-make recipes straight from the fire hall kitchens. Written in a relaxed, conversational style, this eclectic collection of recipes for any time of day and any kind of food craving makes for both entertaining reading and great cooking. With new, funky recipes such as "Breakfast Lasagna" and "Fallin' Off the Bone Already Ribs," "Asian Orange Asparagus" and "Firehouse Jambalaya," clearly decadence hath no bounds. Amusing anecdotes that reflect the unique camaraderie of fire hall life accompany the recipes. As January Magazine said in its review of Jeff's debut cookbook: "He knows from feeding hungry guys, he is concerned about health, he likes variety. And additionally, he's funny and he can write. This is a fun cookbook with lots of easy-to-follow recipes featuring the type of food most families will enjoy." The tradition continues with Where There's Food, There's Firefighters. So come on--the dinner bell's ringing; it's time to fire up your kitchen!

5/22

5/22
Author: Scotty Rae Hettinger
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
Total Pages: 456
Release: 2012
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1434928322

At 5:41 P.M. on May 22, 2011, an EF5 tornado hit Joplin, Missouri. It was a huge twister that destroyed miles of properties down its path, leaving houses, businesses, crops, and everything it hit devastated, in rubble. Then as if it had been forever, the forty-five-second catastrophe left 161 deaths, injuries and disbelief, and stories of survival . . . stories of faith. Scott Hettinger¿s interviews with many survivors provides a real picture of what that afternoon was like, in multiple points of view. Some were in their homes doing chores, some attending graduation, some shopping, while others stayed with their families for barbecue and such. But there were dark clouds over Joplin, strong winds, purple lightning . . . and everything was okay. Then the tornado sirens went off. 5/22: Stories of Survival, Stories of Faith provides powerful examples of how powerful God's hands are in times of need.

Second Chance Pass

Second Chance Pass
Author: Robyn Carr
Publisher: MIRA
Total Pages: 409
Release: 2013-11-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0778315711

Welcome back to Virgin River with the books that started it all… The community of Virgin River saw Vanessa Rutledge through her darkest days—now she's looking to a bright future. In the space of a few months Vanessa buried her husband, Matt, and gave birth to their son—breaking her heart while filling it with a whole new kind of love. But the one man she longs to share this love with now acts as if she doesn't exist. Paul Haggerty lives by the marine motto: Semper Fi. Ever faithful to his best friend, he's done right by Matt's widow as best he can…considering he's been secretly in love with her for years. Now, just as he's about to make his move, another woman has staked her claim on him—a claim that will be tough to escape. With courage, humility and not a little meddling from the good folks of Virgin River, Vanni and Paul might just get a second chance to have the love they both desire and deserve.

The Fire

The Fire
Author: Jörg Friedrich
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Total Pages: 556
Release: 2008
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780231133814

In the final phase of the World War II, the Allies launched a bombing campaign that inflicted unprecedented destruction on Germany. This work attempts to document life under the Allied bombing, and renders the annihilation of cities such as Dresden.

Fire Safety and Risk Management

Fire Safety and Risk Management
Author: Fire Protection Association
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 566
Release: 2014-10-24
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1317937538

This textbook is directly aligned to the NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management, with each element of the syllabus explained in detail. Each chapter guides the student through the syllabus with references to legal frameworks and guidelines. Images, tables, case studies and key information are highlighted within the text to make learning more productive. Covering fire behaviour, safety, management, risk assessment, prevention and the changes to HSG65, the book can also be used as a daily reference by professionals. Written by experts in the field of fire safety Complete coverage that goes beyond the syllabus content making it a useful resource after study Illustrated throughout to enhance understanding

Trial By Fire

Trial By Fire
Author: Jo Davis
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2008-08-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 144063890X

Don't get burned... Lieutenant Howard Six-Pack Paxton loves three things: being a firefighter, riding his Harley, and his bachelorhood. That is, until the curvaceous Kat McKenna falls into his arms at the scene of a fire--and melts the six-foot-six tower of bronze muscle! But just as passion ignites between them--and they explore new heights of ecstasy--a ruthless arsonist with a deadly secret and a thirst for vengeance becomes their worst nightmare.

Culture and Customs of Nicaragua

Culture and Customs of Nicaragua
Author: Steven F. White
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2008-01-30
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0313087393

Throughout its history Nicaragua has been plagued by corruption, social and racial inequality, civil unrest, and foreign interference. Yet despite being the second poorest nation in South America, Nicaragua maintains a rich and vibrant culture that reflects its strong Catholic devotion, diverse indigenous roots, and overwhelming zest for life. Culture and Customs of Nicaragua introduces students and general readers to Nicaragua's unique blend of religious and traditional holidays, so numerous that the country is said to be in a constant state of celebration; its growing film industry; its many styles of dance, the popular street theatre open to all bystanders; important contributions to Spanish literature, local cuisines, architecture, social norms, and more. Readers learn what it is like to live in one of Latin America's most disillusioned countries but also discover the passionate culture that defines and sustains the Nicaraguan people.