Introduction to Fire Prevention (5th Edition) - Hardcover

Robertson, James C.

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9780130139160: Introduction to Fire Prevention (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0130139165 ISBN 13: 9780130139160

Publisher: Brady, 2000

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Presents a broad-based look at fire prevention as well as strong coverage of the history of fire prevention. Includes information on arson in the U.S. as well as recent research in fire prevention. Emphasizes Master Planning as part of fire prevention. Illustrations, and charts. For students. Previous edition: c1995.

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Introduction to Fire Prevention, 7/e

James C. Robertson

The prevention of unwanted fire has long been considered the responsibility of the modern-day fire department; however, other agencies and organizations play a vital part in educating the public about fire prevention. From the responsibilities of the fire department to the role of the private and public sectors, this best-selling text present a broad-based look at fire prevention including arson suppression, fire safety education, and code enforcement. The seventh edition has been updated to include the refinement of coverage of performance based codes, code change recommendations as a result of the tragic events of 9/11, fire safety research with continuing application, and a case study of a very successful fire safety program, all while meeting the FESHE curriculum learning objectives, with all new color photographs, and new key terms and objectives for each chapter.

Features Include:

Cross-walked to FESHE learning objectives
All-new color photographs throughout
Key Terms and Chapter Objectives
Refinement of coverage of performance based codes
Code change recommendations as a result of the tragic events of 9/11
Fire safety research with continuing application
A case study outlining one jurisdiction’s very effective fire safety program

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About the Author:

James C. Robertson, MIFireE, received an A.S. in Fire Protection at Oklahoma State University and a B.S. with specialization in Fire Administration from the University of Southern California. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve, retiring as Commander. He served as both a career and volunteer firefighter for 15 years. Robertson was an instructor for the University of Maryland’s Fire Service program, as Assistant Fire Chief in Gainesville FL and represented the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in the Southern and Midwest states. Robertson served as Maryland’s State Fire Marshal for eighteen years.

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