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Introduction To Fire Protection And Emergency Services

Designed for use within courses based on the Fire and Emergency Services in Higher Education (FESHE) Principles of Emergency Services model curriculum, this new Fifth Edition will prepare readers for a career in the fire or emergency services. Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services provides an overview of the fire service, from history and culture to the basics of chemistry and physics, fire protection systems, and strategic and tactical considerations for wildland or structural fires. The Fifth Edition has also been updated to include new or expanded coverage of risk management, Next Generation (NG) 9-1-1, the U.S. Fire Problem from local and federal perspectives, wildfire issues and the impacts of global warming, and much more.

Paperback: 466 pages

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning; 5 edition (December 16, 2013)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1284032981

ISBN-13: 978-1284032987

Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 0.7 x 9 inches

Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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Great book. Teaches you alot about tools and gear used and a little history in there too

good text book . well written.

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