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Fundamentals Fire Fighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response, 4th edition includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access

Fundamentals Fire Fighter Skills...

This textbook is packaged with Navigate 2 Advantage Access which unlocks a complete eBook, Study Center, homework and Assessment Center, and a dashboard that reports actionable data. Experience Navigate 2 today at www.jblnavigate.com/2.

Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response, 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, as well as awareness level, the core operations level, and select mission-specific operations level responsibilities from NFPA 1072: Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications, 2017 Edition. 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 5 distinct sections
    • Fire Fighter I
    • Fire Fighter II
    • Hazardous Materials Awareness
    • Hazardous Materials Operations
    • Hazardous Materials Operations Mission Specific
  • Content meets all JPRs and competencies required within the latest editions of NFPA 1001 and NFPA 1072, as well as a correlation guide to NFPA 472
  • 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

        1360 pages  © 2019

        Firefighters Bookstore Item # 1954-4A

        Featured Book

        Fundamentals Fire Fighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response, 4th edition includes Navigate 2 Preferred Access

        Fundamentals Fire Fighter Skills...

        This textbook is packaged with Navigate 2 Preferred Access which unlocks Navigate 2 TestPrep: Fire Fighter I & II, a complete eBook, Study Center, homework and Assessment Center, and a dashboard that reports actionable data. Experience Navigate 2 today at www.jblnavigate.com/2.

        Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response, 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, as well as awareness level, the core operations level, and select mission-specific operations level responsibilities from NFPA 1072: Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications, 2017 Edition. 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 5 distinct sections
          • Fire Fighter I
          • Fire Fighter II
          • Hazardous Materials Awareness
          • Hazardous Materials Operations
          • Hazardous Materials Operations Mission Specific
        • Content meets all JPRs and competencies required within the latest editions of NFPA 1001 and NFPA 1072, as well as a correlation guide to NFPA 472
        • 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

            1360 pages  © 2019

            Firefighters Bookstore Item # 1954-4PD

            Featured Book

            Fundamentals Fire Fighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response, 4th edition includes Navigate 2 Premier Access

            Fundamentals Fire Fighter Skills...

            This textbook is packaged with Navigate 2 Preferred Access which unlocks Navigate 2 TestPrep: Fire Fighter I & II, a complete eBook, Study Center, homework and Assessment Center, and a dashboard that reports actionable data. Experience Navigate 2 today at www.jblnavigate.com/2.

            Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response, 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, as well as awareness level, the core operations level, and select mission-specific operations level responsibilities from NFPA 1072: Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Emergency Response Personnel Professional Qualifications, 2017 Edition. 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 5 distinct sections
              • Fire Fighter I
              • Fire Fighter II
              • Hazardous Materials Awareness
              • Hazardous Materials Operations
              • Hazardous Materials Operations Mission Specific
            • Content meets all JPRs and competencies required within the latest editions of NFPA 1001 and NFPA 1072, as well as a correlation guide to NFPA 472
            • 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

                    1360 pages  © 2019

                    Firefighters Bookstore Item # 1954-4PR

                    Featured Book

                    Fundamentals Fire Fighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response, 4th Edition Student Workbook

                    Fundamentals Fire Fighter Skills...

                    The Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills and Hazardous Materials Response, Fourth Edition Student Workbook is designed to encourage critical thinking and aid comprehension of course material through use of the following materials:

                    • Case studies and corresponding questions
                    • Figure-labeling exercises
                    • Crossword puzzles
                    • Matching, fill-in-the-blank, short-answer, and multiple-choice questions

                    444 pages  © 2020

                    Firefighters Bookstore Item # 1954-4WB

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                    Hazardous Materials Books

                    Hazardous materials can be explosive, flammable, radioactive and poisonous. These dangerous chemicals require proper handling and containment when they are spilled or released, either accidentally or intentionally. Hazardous materials training and information is an important element for fire and emergency service providers.

                    Handling hazardous materials is one of the most dangerous jobs out there. Hazardous materials are extremely dangerous and improper handling, contact or ingestion can often be fatal. The Firefighters Bookstore offers some of the most up-to-date and informative hazardous materials content available.

                    In our Hazardous Materials Reference & Field Guide section you’ll find the 2012 Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) by the U.S. Department of Transportation. This important reference guide offers updated information from the 2008 edition and includes revisions and expansions of some topics. This handy pocket reference book is essential for all emergency service workers who may come in contact with hazardous materials.

                    Don’t miss the Field Operations Guide for Hazardous Materials Chemistry in our Chemistry section. Another handy pocket reference text, this guide arranges hazardous materials into 5 sections for easy field identification.

                    Hawley’s Condensed Chemical Dictionary is another must for Hazardous Materials workers. The First Responder’s Field Guide to Hazmat & Terrorism Emergency Response is an excellent resource for any engine company to keep on hand in the truck. With this guide, first responders will be able to act fast and know the most effective precautions and actions to take to secure the area.

                    Other informative titles in this section include Hazardous Materials Incidents: Surviving the Initial Response and the First Responders Pocket Guide to Radiation Incidents. The Hot Zone Log: Personal Hazmat Record is an ideal take-along book for hazardous materials personnel to document their vital signs, actions, contact, and procedures in the heat of the moment, with indestructible paper.

                    In our decontamination and emergency care section we have a set that includes DVDs, CD-ROMs and a text, and is titled Silent War: Infection Control for Emergency Responders. In the event that there is designed to provide the most complete information for handling any kind of bioterrorism, viral outbreak, hepatitis incidents, HIV, Ebola, Tuberculosis and more.

                    As you can see, our extensive collection has everything you need to know about handling hazardous materials. Check out the full selection to find useful and informative training guides and reference manuals for students and skilled practitioners alike.

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