Firefighting is combat and should be viewed as a warrior's calling. Firefighters put themselves in harm's way to protect others, a selflessness rooted in the same noble drive as the military warriors who defend our nation. This book about combat is meant to be a guide for those who seek to follow a warrior's path, the path of the fire service warrior.
Today's firefighter must be a warrior who will unflinchingly put his very life in harm's way to accomplish a mission, but who is also fully informed about the path being chosen. Embracing the philosophy of the fire service warrior, and striving for the ready position--the synthesis of physical and mental readiness that allows for optimum fireground performance--can reduce firefighter injuries and fatalities.
The Combat Position : Achieving Firefighter Readiness will be an invaluable tool for firefighters, company officers, chief officers, and instructors.
Dedication
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1 : Introduction : A Combat Position
Chapter 2 : The Mission, Virtues, and Values of a Fire Service Warrior
Chapter 3 : You Want Me to Do What?
Chapter 4 : The Foundation : Physical and Mental Preparation
Chapter 5 : The Fundamentals : Tactics, Techniques, and Guidelines
Chapter 6 : Fireground Tactical Decision Making
Chapter 7 : Making The Turn
Appendix A : The Fire Service Warrior's Reading List
About The Author
