Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills, Fourth Edition is a complete Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II training solution. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) are pleased to bring you product enhancements and features that ensure student comprehension and enhanced critical-thinking skills.


The Fourth Edition features the same exceptional content, along with the latest standards, technology, and research, including the latest research-based data from Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Understanding that today's fires release energy faster, reach flashover potential sooner, and may reach higher temperatures than building fires of the past is critically important for new and seasoned fire fighters. This foundational knowledge is covered extensively, in addition to recent data identifying the higher rate of physical and mental health issues in the fire service than the general population. Information relating to fire fighter health and safety has been revised and updated to include behavioral and physical health awareness topics and statistics.


The new edition meets and exceeds the performance requirements in the latest edition of NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. Along with a new design, the structure and organization of the Fourth Edition has been completely updated to allow you the flexibility to teach your Fire Fighter I and II courses exactly the way you wish.


The Fourth Edition delivers:


A split-level table of contents with distinct sections for Fire Fighter Level I and Level II chapters

Full coverage of all JPRs and competencies required within the latest edition of NFPA 1001

Updated research and statistics, with reference information, is included to ensure evidence-based recommendations and protocols

A new and improved Skill Drill design with clear, comprehensive visual summaries

An updated art program featuring new photos and illustrations.


Section Fire Fighter I

Chapter 1 The Fire Service

Chapter 2 Fire Fighter Health and Safety

Chapter 3 Personal Protective Equipment

Chapter 4 Fire Service Communications

Chapter 5 Fire Behavior

Chapter 6 Building Construction

Chapter 7 Portable Fire Extinguishers

Chapter 8 Fire Fighter Tools and Equipment

Chapter 9 Ropes and Knots

Chapter 10 Forcible Entry

Chapter 11 Ladders

Chapter 12 Search and Rescue

Chapter 13 Ventilation

Chapter 14 Water Supply Systems

Chapter 15 Fire Hose, Appliances, and Nozzles

Chapter 16 Supply Line and Attack Line Evolutions

Chapter 17 Fire Suppression

Chapter 18 Fire Fighter Survival

Chapter 19 Salvage and Overhaul

Chapter 20 Fire Fighter Rehabilitation

Chapter 21 Wildland and Ground Fires

Section Fire Fighter II

Chapter 22 Establishing and Transferring Command

Chapter 23 Advanced Fire Suppression

Chapter 24 Vehicle Rescue and Extrication

Chapter 25 Assisting Special Rescue Teams

Chapter 26 Fire Detection, Suppression and Smoke Control Systems

Chapter 27 Fire and Life Safety Initiatives

Chapter 28 Fire Origin and Cause


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