Books published by Fire Engineering Books

Covers Introduction to hazardous materials/weapons of mass destruction; hazmat laws and regulations; managing hazmat/WMD incidents; safety considerations; awareness response to hazardous materials; recognition and identification; operations response to hazardous materials; types of ppe; and medical monitoring.

Covers all the skills outlined in the 2019 update for Firefighter I&II with instructional images and easy-to-follow guidelines. The book takes you step-by-step through more than 360 skills. Learn from the wisdom and experience of more than 40 accomplished fire service professionals from around the United States.

Addresses the triad of communication, safety, and control, but also reflects the evolution of the emergency care industry since the arrival of the millennium: computers and cellphones, social media, active shooters, and much, much more. This book offers emergency providers methods for managing all sorts of situations safely and effectively.

From fire service history to basic fire attack and building construction to firefighter safety, Fire Engineering's 2019 update is the standard instruction handbook for firefighters. The book contains lessons learned from more than 40 experienced subject-matter experts who share their insight and knowledge.

Explains how good infection control practices, vaccines and immunizations, cleaning and disinfection of equipment and work restriction guidelines can assist EMS providers and improve patient care.

There has to be accountability at every level of the organization from the chief to the rookie. Company officers have to step up and remind those under their command of safe operations and related procedures. Accountability at all levels is key to the success of any program, and it's the key to survival when it comes to firefighter safety.

"Chief Scott Thompson combines his decades of experience and years of observation with today's leadership skills and provides a path for the successful fire department to follow. The Functional Fire Company will take you step by step from being an ordinary fire department to one that defines excellence." -Rick Lasky, Fire Chief (ret.) Texas

Modern firefighting is a continually evolving science with new technologies constantly being applied to the fire service. In the latest edition of this perennial favorite, Norman examines these new technologies and how they affect fire ground tactics. He also details the new role firefighters play in homeland security.

Social support is foundational to resilience. First responders - cops, firefighters, nurses, EMTs - collectively hold our society together. They deal with the emergencies and stresses of society. They help us cope physically and mentally. They are our social support system and provide the connection individuals need to feel part of the community.

By nature, competent decisions by emergency responders are challenging because incidents are fluid and dynamic. In Critical Decision Making, Chief Michael Barakey gives emergency first responders the tools to succeed on every incident where they make critical decisions and mitigate incidents daily under stress.

Identifies the key knowledge, skills and abilities required for success in the assessment centre promotional process. Whether aspiring to be a Lieutenant, Captain, Battalion Chief or above, this book gives the reader the tools to establish a personal plan for success in the test and in the position.

As firefighters, even how we answer the phone or the door makes a first and lasting impression on the public and the community we serve. Author Jason Hoevelmann fills in the gaps that may exist in fire service teaching and tackles the not-so-obvious challenges you will face during your fire service career.

This breaks down into easily learned steps the sometimes difficult-to-understand formulas of hydraulics and pumps, taking care to explain the how's and whys of each formula discussed.

Whether you're a new officer or in need of a mentor, From Buddy to Boss: Effective Fire Service Leadership, is a must-have management book you'll turn to over and over again. Fire service veteran Chase Sargent has taken his popular course and written a no-holds-barred leadership book for the fire service in a conversational and easy-to-read style.

Examines what makes a leader and, more importantly, what makes a leader effective in today's fire service. This text discusses the various types of leaders, how they communicate, discipline, delegate, motivate, and set expectations. Flood and Avillo also take a hard look at what hinders or blocks effective leadership and what steps to take to foster and instil leadership in your department.

This book helps to establish effective and safe technical rope rescue operations. Brennan begins by aiding you in identifying the risks in the area that you are operating in and assessing your organizational strengths and needs, then follows with a discussion of the various rope rescue components. Includes illustrations of the knots and systems mentioned.

Incident management system (IMS) is a tool that defines the role and responsibilities of each fire department member, allowing crew members to function quickly and efficiently upon arrival at the fireground - all the while meeting the commander's expectations. This book presents tactics to manage the fireground with more control and less chaos.

Describes firefighting strategies for the most common types of fire scenarios and identifies specific firefighting problems presented to an incident commander, by occupancy and construction type. This book explains firefighting solutions and offers firefighting plans, standard procedures, action plans, ideas, guidelines, and explanations.

Looks at some of the more unique events that firefighters must confront. These events can result in substantial loss and account for a large percentage of firefighter casualties. It is important to recognize, assess, and mitigate potential dangers at these incidents.

Offers a look at both the similarities and differences in the engine company operations practiced by fire departments throughout the United States. This book discusses the equipment, staffing, and operations of engine company firefighters at structural fires and emergencies in urban, suburban, and rural settings.