Discover the entire process of becoming a firefighter, beginning with an exploration of the requirements and career opportunities, as well as advice on how to succeed as a proactive member of the fire service: Thoroughly updated to the 2004 Edition of the NFPA fire codes and ordinances, Introduction to Fire Protection, 3E explores such cutting-edge issues as homeland security, goal setting and accomplishment, life safety initiatives, recent laws affecting firefighters, and more: Progressive information on fire protection in the community from both the planning and application standpoints offers readers a well-rounded view of the fire service's function in community risk reduction: Feauturing comprehensive coverage, this book provides all the necessary tools for individuals seeking a career in the fire service:
Preface
Chapter 1 : Fire Technology Education and the Firefighter Selection Process
Chapter 2 : Fire Protection Career Opportunities
Chapter 3 : Public Fire Protection
Chapter 4 : Chemistry and Physics of Fire
Chapter 5 : Public and Private Support Organizations
Chapter 6 : Fire Department Resources
Chapter 7 : Fire Department Administration
Chapter 8 : Support Functions
Chapter 9 : Training
Chapter 10 : Fire Prevention
Chapter 11 : Codes and Ordinances
Chapter 12 : Fire Protection Systems and Equipment
Chapter 13 : Emergency Incident Management
Chapter 14 : Emergency Operations
Appendix A : The U.S: Fire Protection
Appendix B : Candidate Physical Ability Test
Appendix C : Numerical Index - 2004 National Fire Codes Contents
Appendix D : Alphabetical Index - 2004 National Fire Codes Index
Appendix E : ICS Resource Typing and Strike Team Requirements
Appendix F : Common Acronyms
Appendix G : Metric Conversions
Appendix H : Fire-Related Web Sites
Glossary
Index
