Synopsis
Discover what you need to know to obtain a career in fire service or fire protection! Written by a certified master instructor and hazardous materials specialist, this edition of Introduction to Fire Protection has been thoroughly updated based on the 2001 National Fire Codes, and includes the latest information on the Candidate Physical Ability test. A great resource for anyone considering a career in fire protection, this comprehensive orientation manual outlines entrance requirements in detail and provides meticulous coverage of fire-related subjects, such as: fire chemistry and physics, fire department administration, fire protection devices and equipment, emergency operations, and public and private support organizations. All statistics have been updated based on the latest National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) fire codes and ordinances as well as information available from The U.S. Fire Problem. This edition also features the latest incident command system information, plus an all-new section on Risk Management, one of the driving forces behind fire protection planning today. Progressively written, this book underscores the role of public education and prevention and its importance in the modern fire service. A directory of fire-related web sites is also provided in an appendix for readers who want to take advantage of the Internet to research educational opportunities, and fire service and/or fire protection job descriptions.
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About the Author
Robert Klinoff is a Battalion Chief/Fire Marshall for Kern County Fire Dept. and a 20yr, fire service veteran. He is a certified Hazardous Materials Specialist and a certified Division supervisor, Incident Commander and Safety Officer under the National Incident Qualifications System. He is also an instructor for the National Fire Academy and Bakersfield College, a State Fire Marshall Certified Fire Officer and Master Instructor with a B.S. earned from California State University.
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