Just wanted to drop a quick blog. There's a bunch of recently released books on rescue that we wanted to touch on.
Jones & Bartlett has just released Fundamentals of Technical Rescue. This new text covers all aspects of rescue, from introduction, through tools, equipment and management. It also covers the various rescue aspects and environments. At $55.95 this book is ideal for any rescue organization.
Delmar / Cengage has released two new titles in their Technical Rescuer Series. First, Water Levels I & II covers all 5 sub-disciplines of water rescue. this includes surface water rescue, ice rescue, swiftwater rescue, surf rescue and more. This book is ideal for all levels of rescuer, from first responder to rescue technician.
Next is Confined Space Levels I & II. It teaches the reader to be proactive in rescue by recognizing hazards, identifying which hazards can be managed and then taking steps to manage the hazards. It also emphasizes the importance of teamwork to a rescue.
Finally I wanted to mention a book that should be in every department library. Contact with 133 to 330 Volt DC or some 650 Volt AC systems during emergency operations could lead to serious injury or even death. Hybrid Vehicle High Voltage / SRS Shut-Down contains step by step instructions to quickly shut down hybrid vehicles. It comes in large desktop size (for the station) and pocket size (for the apparatus). the author are also available for seminars and training.
Visit us online at www.fire-police-ems.com for a complete list of rescue books. If you have any additional recommendations please leave them in the comments. If you have any questions or comments for us please drop us an email. Thanks and stay safe.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Thursday, August 20, 2009
The ultimate department library?
Often times we get asked for recommendations on technical books. Sometimes someone is teaching a class, sometimes someone is writing a paper, sometimes a person is looking for a little extra when preparing for an exam.
We're happy to give our opinions, but would like to know what you think. Many of you have taken the classes, taught the courses, or kept yourselves up to date on all the latest info. We want to give you the opportunity to share your recommendations with your peers.
If you were building the ultimate department library, looking to touch all major topics, what books would you choose? Are there older, out of print books that should be included? Topics can include anything you feel important. Some suggestions would be Management, Officer Training, HazMat, Building Construction, Pumping Apparatus, Rescue, or anything else you feel is important. Leave your list in the comments section where everyone can take a look. We'll put them all together and post the ultimate department library.
Also, I'm sure there are some subjects that you can't find info on, or you feel should be covered more in depth. Here's your chance to let us know what those subjects are. We'll not only post the list so you can offer suggestions to each other, but we'll also pass it along to the publishers so they know what there's a demand for.
As always you can follow us on Twitter @FSPbooks, become a fan on Facebook, or visit us online at www.Fire-Police-EMS.com.
We're happy to give our opinions, but would like to know what you think. Many of you have taken the classes, taught the courses, or kept yourselves up to date on all the latest info. We want to give you the opportunity to share your recommendations with your peers.
If you were building the ultimate department library, looking to touch all major topics, what books would you choose? Are there older, out of print books that should be included? Topics can include anything you feel important. Some suggestions would be Management, Officer Training, HazMat, Building Construction, Pumping Apparatus, Rescue, or anything else you feel is important. Leave your list in the comments section where everyone can take a look. We'll put them all together and post the ultimate department library.
Also, I'm sure there are some subjects that you can't find info on, or you feel should be covered more in depth. Here's your chance to let us know what those subjects are. We'll not only post the list so you can offer suggestions to each other, but we'll also pass it along to the publishers so they know what there's a demand for.
As always you can follow us on Twitter @FSPbooks, become a fan on Facebook, or visit us online at www.Fire-Police-EMS.com.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
WNYF index - the official FDNY training publication
WNYF is the the official training publication of the New York City Fire Department (FDNY). It commenced publication in 1940 and, with few exceptions, has been published four times a year since then. It is full of both technical and non-technical articles of interest to anyone involved in the fire service. Its a great read, and a valuable resource for training. Contact WNYF directly, and be sure to let them know that FSP sent you.
WNYF is more than just a training resource though. It is also a valuable resource for FDNY history and firefighting history in general. Since it has been around for 60+ years it may be one of the best resources out there for fire department history. That where our online WNYF index comes in. If you're doing research on or with WNYF our search engine may be able to help determine which issues have the information you are looking for. its been a long process but we have finally indexed every issue of WNYF. You can search by a single search word, a date, address or location, or fire alarm. For search engine help, click here. Its basically like the Dewey Decimal System of WNYF issues.
We have many back issues for sale. the more recent ones can be ordered online, or call or email with requests for older issues.
We also are currently buying WNYF and book collections. Send us a list of what you are looking to sell to support@fire-police-ems.com. Please include title, author, condition, price and contact information and we will get back to you. Shipping is easy since we pay for shipping, or have UPS pick up the books.
As always, if you have any questions or comments let us know. You can visit us online at www.Fire-Police-EMS.com.
WNYF is more than just a training resource though. It is also a valuable resource for FDNY history and firefighting history in general. Since it has been around for 60+ years it may be one of the best resources out there for fire department history. That where our online WNYF index comes in. If you're doing research on or with WNYF our search engine may be able to help determine which issues have the information you are looking for. its been a long process but we have finally indexed every issue of WNYF. You can search by a single search word, a date, address or location, or fire alarm. For search engine help, click here. Its basically like the Dewey Decimal System of WNYF issues.
We have many back issues for sale. the more recent ones can be ordered online, or call or email with requests for older issues.
We also are currently buying WNYF and book collections. Send us a list of what you are looking to sell to support@fire-police-ems.com. Please include title, author, condition, price and contact information and we will get back to you. Shipping is easy since we pay for shipping, or have UPS pick up the books.
As always, if you have any questions or comments let us know. You can visit us online at www.Fire-Police-EMS.com.
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