Introduction to Fire Pump Operations

Firefighters aspiring to meet the professional qualifications for Vehicle Driver/Pump Operator will benefit from the second edition of Introduction to Fire Pump Operations. Thoroughly updated to the 2003 Edition of NFPA Standard 1002 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications, it teaches readers to efficiently, effectively, and safely operate and maintain fire pumps. Topics are logically organized, beginning with an overview of the roles and responsibilities of the driver and operator, then stepping through the construction of pumps and operational procedures and progressing to the theory and principles behind water flow. Important water flow calculations are illustrated, followed by expanded information on automatic nozzles, standpipe operations, hydrant flows, and other topics that promote the safe and efficient operation of pumps.

Thomas B. Sturtevant is an Assistant Professor and the Coordinator of the Fire Science Technology program at Chattanooga State Technical Community College in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He has his Masters in Public Administration at the University of Tennessee. He is a member of NFPA-National Fire Protection Associaiton. He is also an immediate Past President of the Tennessee Valley Chapter, NFPA Industrial Fire Protection Section. Pro-Board Certified as Fire Officeer I and Instructor II.