Collapse Operations for First Responders discusses in detail the common warning signs of structural collapse and what to do when they are encountered, providing a practical, hands-on approach to operating safely and effectively in collapse rescue situations.
Discussion is chiefly directed toward one of the most common types of structures around the country, wood and brick-and-joist (ordinary-constructed) buildings, known as URM (unreinforced masonry) construction.
Various types of shoring and cribbing techniques vital to collapse rescue operations, as well as void size-up, safety at collapse operations, tools used in voids, and void procedures are explored.
Collapse Operations for First Responders is a must-have resource for firefighters, officers, chiefs, and technical rescue response personnel.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 2 : Warning Signs, Causes, and Safety Precautions of Building Collapse
Chapter 3 : Basic Building Construction Related to Building Failure
Chapter 4 : Initial Emergency Response
Chapter 5 : Collapse Patterns and Void Search Operations
Chapter 6 : Shoring Operations : An Overview
Chapter 7 : Rescue Personnel Uses and Training Criteria
Chapter 8 : Tools and Equipment Needed For Structural Collapse Operations
Glossary
Index
