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Synopsis
Introducing the essentials in fire incident management, FIREFIGHTING STRATEGIES AND TACTICS, 3rd Edition educates aspiring officers and offers practical advice to experienced commanders. Based on the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) course Strategies and Tactics, this fully-revised edition features new case studies, up-to-date statistics,the latest information related to applicable NFPA Standards, and the most recent advances in technologies and trends in the fire service. Utilizing a clear, systematic approach, this book equips fire officers with the knowledge necessary to practice life-saving techniques, skills, and safety procedures on the fireground to lead to a positive outcome with each response.
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About the Authors
James Angle is Fire Chief for the Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Department in Pinellas County, Florida with 35 years of experience in firefighting and emergency services in departments large and small. An adjunct faculty member at St. Petersburg College in the Fire Science and Public Safety Administration programs, he has taught at the community college, university, and fire academy levels for 25 years. Chief Angle is a past member of the Florida Employment Standards and Training Council, former president of the Pinellas County Fire Chief Association, and was named Florida's Fire Chief of the Year for 2010/2011. Currently the legislative co-chair for the Florida Fire Chiefs Association, Chief Angle has a Master's Degree in Business and Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science and Safety Engineering.
David Harlow is currently the Eastern Region Fire Division Manager for Rimkus Consulting Group. He retired as a Division Chief for the Fairborn Fire Department in suburban Dayton, Ohio, and formerly served as Fire Chief in Lighthouse Point, Florida. An Executive Fire Officer, he has significant firsthand and research experience in fireground operations and incident command, and taught Fire Science and Safety Risk Management at Sinclair Community College. Mr. Harlow has an Associate's Degree in Fire Engineering, Bachelor's Degree in Fire Administration, and a Master's Degree in Urban Administration.
Bill Lombardo is Training Chief for South Trail Fire Rescue in Florida. In addition to training and education responsibilities at the department and fire academy level, he serves on the Florida Firefighters Employment, Standards, and Training Council. Mr. Lombardo's expertise with incident command and initial fire scene operations stems from a long career as an engine company lieutenant in response areas comprised of dwellings, commercial buildings, mid-rise complexes, and the wildland urban interface. He is an Executive Fire Officer graduate, and holds an Associate's Degree in Fire Science and a Bachelor's Degree in Management. Mr. Lombardo will complete his Master's Degree in Administration in 2012.
Craig Maciuba is the Division Chief of Personnel and Administration for Palm Harbor Fire Rescue in Florida. He also serves as Commander of the Pinellas County Hazardous Materials Response Team. Broad experience in incident command, initial fire scene operations, and hazardous materials operations informs his many educational and training responsibilities at the fire department and fire academy levels. Mr. Maciuba is an Executive Fire Officer and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Public Safety Administration.
Michael Gala is a Fire Department Captain with noteworthy experience as a fire officer for the renowned FDNY. Especially well-versed in engine and truck company functions, and operations in multi-story buildings, his teaching experience includes training fire service personnel at the New York City Fire Department Training Academy. Mr. Gala is currently assigned to one of the busiest ladder companies in New York City. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Fire Service Administration and a Master's Degree in Protection Management.
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