This book is a reference guide to explosives for emergency responders such as firefighters, police officers, and EMS staff as well as security personnel. Through color photographs and short descriptions, the student can identify explosives by general type and learn the appropriate way to treat each of them. Written in a general, non-technical style, the book is a fast and easy guide for those with little or no knowledge of, or experience with, explosives. (Keywords: Terrorism)
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Mike Pickett has over 37 years experience as a firefighter including ten years as an EMT. He was the Director of the San Antonio Regional Fire Academy and Fire Science Program for 25 years. He is currently an Associate Professor Emeritus and teaches explosive identification and counter-terrorism to audiences across the country.
"The author's approach is easy to follow and read. The illustrations are good and the color really helps in the identification of explosives. I have always looked to this book as one of the best explosive references available." - Bill Hand, HazMat Technician, Houston Fire Department, Hazardous Materials Response Team
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