Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services 6th Edition by Robert Klinoff, ISBN-13: 978-1284180152

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Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services 6th Edition by Robert Klinoff, ISBN-13: 978-1284180152

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• Publisher: ‎ Jones & Bartlett Learning; 6th edition (November 25, 2019)
• Language: ‎ English
• 388 pages
• ISBN-10: ‎ 1284180158
• ISBN-13: ‎ 978-1284180152

The sixth edition of Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services meets and exceeds the National Fire Academy’s Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) course objectives and outcomes for the Associate’s (Core) course called Principles of Emergency Services (C0273). The Sixth Edition provides a comprehensive and concise overview of the broad spectrum of the fire service, from the selection process, fire and emergency services careers, the fire and rescue problem in the United States, history and future of the fire service, chemistry and physics of fire, to fire prevention, training, department administration and emergency incident management.

The Sixth Edition delivers future fire service candidates a head start in the competitive selection process by familiarizing students with a comprehensive description of the selection process. It also includes the primary duties of the modern fire department, including fire suppression, fire prevention, public education, emergency medical service, hazardous materials response, wildland fires, and swiftwater and urban search and rescue.

The Sixth Edition includes:

An emphasis on safety throughout – professionalism is stressed and reinforced through discussions of incident effectiveness, firefighter ethics, customer service, physical fitness, training, decision making, fire prevention, and behavioral health. Additional organizations that support the fire service have been added such as;

Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance.

Firefighter Cancer Support Network.

Leary Firefighter Foundation

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Repeated Exposure to Trauma (RET) and their

Table of Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Brief Contents

Contents

About the Author

Acknowledgments

Author’s Acknowledgments

CHAPTER 1 Fire Science/Technology Education and the Fire Fighter Selection Process

Introduction

College Fire Science/Technology Programs

Online Programs

Other College Programs

Career Potential Assessment

Workplace Stress

Teamwork

Physical Health and Fitness

Changing Demands of the Fire Service

Human Relations and Work Ethics

Fire Fighter Code of Ethics

Training Programs

Personnel Development Programs

Selection Process

Recruitment

Application Process

Written Examination

Skills Test

Oral Examination/Interview

Physical Ability/Agility

Work Capacity Test for Wildland Fire Fighters

Psychological Test

Background Investigation

Final Interview

Medical Examination

Probationary Period

Goal Setting

Goal-Setting Process

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 2 Fire Protection Career Opportunities

Introduction

Public Fire Protection Careers

Fire Fighter Recruit–Fire Department

Fire Fighter–Fire Department

Fire Fighter–Fire Department Federal

Fire Fighter Paramedic

Fire Heavy Equipment Specialist

Safety Section Retirement

Fire Fighter (Forestry Aid) Wildland General Schedule 3

Civilian Positions in the Fire Service

Fire Prevention Specialist

Fire Hazardous Materials Program Specialist

Fire Department Training Specialist

Public Fire Safety/Education Specialist

Dispatcher/Telecommunicator

Emergency Services Planner/Manager

Private Fire Protection Careers

Fire Fighter

Insurance Companies

Industry

Fire Protection Systems Engineer

Fire Protection System Installation and Maintenance Specialist

Invention and Innovation

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 3 Public Fire Protection

Introduction

Evolution of Fire Protection

Earliest Known Firefighting

American Settlements

Volunteer Fire Companies

The Modern Fire Department

Fire Stations

Personal Protective Equipment

History of Wildland Fire in America

Strategic Burning and Land Clearing

The Impact of the Railroad

Loss of Life and Property

Wildland Fire Management

Equipment

Fire Service Symbols

Maltese Cross

Dalmatian Dogs

Fire Losses

Loss from Wildland Fires

The U.S. Fire Problem

Purpose and Scope of Fire Agencies

Fire Prevention

Public Education

Hazardous Materials

Working with Law Enforcement

Fire Defense Planning

All-Hazard Planning

Risk Management

Community Risk Reduction Planning

The Future of Fire Protection

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 4 Chemistry and Physics of Fire

Introduction

Fire Defined

Fire Triangle

Fire Tetrahedron

Chemistry of Fire

Oxidizer

Fuel

Physics of Fire

Fuel

Heat and Temperature

Heat Transfer

Classification of Fires

Stages of Fire

Incipient Stage

Growth Stage

Free-Burning Stage

Flashover

Smoldering/Decay Stage

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 5 Public and Private Support Organizations

Introduction

National and International Organizations

National Fire Protection Association

Transportation and Storage of Hazardous Materials

Fire Protection Systems and Equipment

Codes and Standards

Disaster Assistance and Recovery

Professional Accreditation and Certification

Professional Research

Fire Apparatus and Equipment

Personnel and Training Support Center for Radiological/Nuclear Training

Incident Management

Insurance Providers

Emergency Medical Services

Federal Organizations

Department of Defense

Department of Labor

Emergency Management Institute

National Aeronautics and Space Administration

National Emergency Training Center

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

National Incident Management System

National Integration Center

National Institute of Standards and Technology

National Weather Service

U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

U.S. Department of the Interior

National Firefighting Equipment System

National Interagency Fire Center

Federal Emergency Management Agency

United States Fire Administration

National Fire Academy

Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education Conference

Department of Justice Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Environmental Protection Agency

Nuclear Regulatory Commission

U.S. Coast Guard

State Organizations

Office of the State Fire Marshal

State Fire Training

State Emergency Management Agency

Fire Commissions

State Fire Chiefs Associations

State Fire Fighter Associations

State Police

State Environmental Protection Agency

State Occupational Safety and Health Administrations

State Forestry Department

Special Task Forces

National Guard

Local Organizations

Burn Foundations

Local Government

Health Department

Law Enforcement

Building Department

Water Department

Zoning/Planning Commission

Street Department

Judicial System

Office of Emergency Management

Emergency Medical Service Agency

Emergency Operations Center

Fire Fighter Union Locals

Community Service Organizations

Periodical Publications

Wrap-Up

Chapter Review

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 6 Fire Department Resources

Introduction

Fire Apparatus

Cab and Chassis

Motor

Modular Apparatus

Pumper/Engine

Water Tank

Foam Systems

Pumps

Centrifugal Pump

Positive Displacement Pumps

Aerial Ladder and Elevating Platform Apparatus

Quint

Squads

Ambulances

Aircraft Rescue Firefighting Apparatus

Fire Tools and Appliances

Hose

Nozzles

Fittings

Ladders

Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus

Hand Tools

Medical Aid Equipment

Thermal Imaging Cameras

Wildland Firefighting Hand Tools

Heavy Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment

Station/Work Uniforms

Structure Fire PPE

Personal Alarm/Personal Alert Safety System

Proximity Suits

Wildland PPE

Emergency Medical PPE

Aircraft

Fixed-Wing Aircraft

Rotary Wing Aircraft

Fire Department Facilities

Headquarters

Automotive Repair Facility

Training Center

Warehouse/Central Stores

Communications Center

Fire Stations

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 7 Fire Department Administration

Introduction

Principles of Command

Unity of Command

Chain of Command

Span of Control

Division of Labor

Delegation of Authority

Exception Principle

Management Concepts

Department Goals

Objectives

Evaluation of Effectiveness

Fire Department Types

Volunteer Fire Department

Combination Fire Department

Public Safety Department

Career Fire Department

Industrial Fire Brigade

Contract Fire Protection Service

Communications

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 8 Support Functions

Introduction

Dispatch

Expanded Dispatch

Transmission of Alarms

Lookouts

GIS/Mapping

Fire Investigation Unit

Arson Bureau

Cost Recovery

Hazardous Materials Control Unit

Adjutant/Aide

Technical Support

Legal Issues

Crime Investigation

Weather

Hazardous Materials

Special Hazards

Emergency Medical Services

Information Systems

Personnel/Human Resources

Business Manager

Incident Business Management

Warehouse/Central Stores

Repair Garage

Radio Shop

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 9 Training

Introduction

Training Bureau

Staff or Operations Function

Training Officer

Training Chief

Company Officers

Instructors

Electronic Media Technician

Light Duty

Interagency Training

Ambulance Companies

Training Facilities

Off-Site Training

Purpose and Importance of Training

Technical Training

Manipulative Training

Determining Adequate Levels of Training

Performance Standards

Skill Development, Maintenance, and Assessment

Development

Maintenance

Assessment

Standard Operating Procedures

Standard Operating Procedure—Horizontal Ventilation with Power Fan

Training Records

Relationship of Training to Incident Effectiveness

Required Training

Training Safety

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 10 Fire Prevention

Introduction

Fire Prevention Bureau

Staff Function

Operations Function

Personnel

Professional Standards

Fire Prevention Activities

Fire Prevention Terms

Methods of Fire Prevention

Hazard Evaluation and Control

Public Education and Public Information

Company-Level Fire Prevention Activities

Fire Prevention Inspection

Determination of Fire Cause

Fire Information Reporting

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 11 Laws Affecting Fire Fighters

Introduction

Definitions of Laws

The Court System

Liability

Lawsuits

Personnel Complaints

Harassment-Free Workplace

Fire Prevention

Relationship of Federal, State, and Local Regulations

Model Fire Codes

Code Development

Relationship of Codes to Standards

Legal Considerations at Emergency Incidents

Scene Management

Personnel Safety

Operation of Emergency Vehicles

Good Samaritan Laws

Infectious Disease

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 12 Fire Protection Systems and Equipment

Introduction

Water Companies

Public Water Companies

Private Water Companies

Water Supply Systems

Distribution System

Water Systems Program

Private Fire Protection Systems

Detection Devices

Extinguishing Agents

Water

Foam

Wetting Agents

Encapsulator Agents

Fire Retardant

Carbon Dioxide

Halogenated Agents

Clean Agents

Dry Chemical

Dry Powder

Extinguishing Systems

Sprinkler Systems

Wet Pipe System

Dry Pipe System

Sprinkler Heads

Standpipe Systems

Foam Systems

Gas Extinguishing Systems

Carbon Dioxide

Dry Chemical Systems

Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems

Fire Extinguishers

Obsolete Extinguishers

Fire Pumps

Pressure-Reducing Devices

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 13 Emergency Incident Management

Introduction

Management Responsibility

Incident Planning

Strategy

Size-Up

Strategic Priorities

Modes of Attack

Tactics

Tasks

National Incident Management System

The Incident Command System

History of the Incident Command System

ICS Built on Best Practices

ICS Features

ICS Organization

Performance of Management Functions

Incident Command

Expanding the Organization

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

CHAPTER 14 Emergency Operations

Introduction

Personnel

16 Fire Fighter Life Safety Initiatives

Rapid Intervention Teams

Two In, Two Out

Structural Firefighting

Mitigating Hazards

High-Rise Buildings

Electrical Hazards

Pets

Fire Department Operations at Sprinklered Occupancies

Electrical Distribution Equipment and Installations

Wildland Firefighting

LCES

F LCES Δ

Look Up, Look Down, Look Around

Wildland–Urban Interface/Intermix Firefighting

Petroleum Firefighting

Gasoline Spills

Liquefied Petroleum Gas

Natural Gas

Hazardous Materials Incidents

Weapons of Mass Destruction

Emergency Medical Service Operations

Highway Incident Safety

Vehicle Accidents

Vehicle Fires

Aircraft Firefighting

EMS and Firefighting with Aircraft

Technical Rescue

Decision Making

Crew Resource Management

The 2 and 7 Tool

Wrap-Up

Chapter Summary

Key Terms

Case Study

Review Questions

Discussion Questions

References and Additional Resources

Appendix: FESHE Correlation Guide

Glossary

Index

Robert W. Klinoff is a CA Certified Chief Officer, National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer and retired Chief Deputy Fire Chief with the Kern County Fire Department. He is a 35-year fire service veteran.

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