Just a quick note to announce that Civil Service has released the Massachusetts Municipal District, Deputy and Fire Chief promotional reading list. The reading list is almost the same as last year, with the new 2008 edition of NIMS FEMA 501 replacing the 2004 edition. The list is:
Brannigan's Building Construction 4th ed.
Vincent Dunn's Safety & Survival On The Fireground
ICMA's Managing Fire & Rescue Services
IFSTA's Fire Detection & Suppression Systems 3rd ed.
IFSTA's HazMat For First Responders 3rd ed.
IFSTA's Introduction to Fire Origin & Cause 3rd ed.
NIMS FEMA 501
Strategic & Tactical Considerations on the Fireground 2nd ed.
The Human Challenge 7th ed.
the Boston list is the same as the statewide one, but without the NIMS book. A complete listing of all books and study guides can be found on our website at www.fire-police-ems.com.
We've covered our advice for studying in previous blog posts, but some to save you looking back we'll give you another quick rundown here.
Study guides are encouraged, but only if you are going to use them. I'd say the majority of people get them, but if you're usure its best to wait. The study guides will always be available and can be purchased later. And don't think you can pass by only reading the study guides. I'm yet to hear of any cases where this strategy worked.
If you're unsure you may not want to buy all the books at once. You save money on shipping that way, but you don't want to psych yourself out before you even get going. Many times we've had books returned to us because "it just looks like too much".
Its a lot of reading with only 6 onths to do it, but you need to dedicate yourself to studying. If you have some free time try to resist watching Sportscenter and pick up one of your books. The more time you put in, the better your chances of gettting the high score.
Study groups are also a great way to help each other learn the books, but everyone must be fully gung ho. No skipping meetings or cancelling because you got Sox tickets. Offer the Sox tickets to your friendly FSP sales associates, and head off to your study group.
If you have other study tips we'd love to hear them. Post them in the comments and we'll stick them in a follow up blog later. Rememember for last products and reading list announcements follow us on twitter http://twitter.com/FSPbooks and Facebook. Questions or comments? Email support@fire-police-ems.com.
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Friday, September 18, 2009
Friday, July 3, 2009
Hot Summer Reading
Finally the sun has come out in Massachusetts, which reminded us that its actually summer. Looking for good books to read while lounging in the hammock or on the beach? We've got a few suggestions to go along with our previously mentioned must read fire books and our favorites listed on our website.
First off, DMC Books has released two new recommended books. Lights & Sirens follows Pat Burns' career on the Chicago Fire Department. Flames and arsonists, life and death, humor and tragedy were all parts of Pat's career chronicled in this book.
Also from DMC comes Phil Burns' second book of stories from his career on FDNY, Bringing Everybody Home. This is the followup to Laughter, Tears and Muffled Drums and once again Phil demonstrates his gift for capturing the moments in his fellow firefighter's lives.
Public Enemies is sure to be one of the biggest movies of the summer. But can you watch it while lounging in the back yard? The book is an astonishing true-life account of America's first, and greatest, war on crime. teh author puts to rest many of the myths to tell the true story of J. Edgar Hoover, the beginnings of the FBI, and America's emerging underworld.
Rescue Men covers three generations, over sixty years, of service on the Boston Fire Department. Rescue Men captures the sense of belonging that came with being a firefighter and captures what its really like.
EMT Kelly Grayson tells stories from his profession and the people he encounters everyday in his book En Route. Morgan Larence's The Streets Ran Red is an account of deputy sheriff paramedics and the cast of medical experts who help them save lives. My Ambulance Education looks at life as a New York City EMT.
Finally, if you're going to be visiting Boston you may want to check out Returning To Quarters. this reference to all Boston Firehouses can help you create your own firehouse tour! If your visiting New York, bring along the Firefighting Buff's Guide To NYC to help guide you.
Fianlly, a little off subject, we recently got in stock the highly recommended Hybrid Vehicle High Voltage / SRS Shutdown. If your first responders aren't fully prepared to deal with hybrid vehicles it could lead to serious injury. This guide contains step by step instructions to quickly shut down hybrid vehicles. Lets keep everyone safe, so they can spend the summer lounging in the hammock.
We're always open to suggestions, either via email or left as comments to the blog. Be sure to follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/FSPbooks. We anounce new books, special deals, and whatever else is on our minds there.
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First off, DMC Books has released two new recommended books. Lights & Sirens follows Pat Burns' career on the Chicago Fire Department. Flames and arsonists, life and death, humor and tragedy were all parts of Pat's career chronicled in this book.
Also from DMC comes Phil Burns' second book of stories from his career on FDNY, Bringing Everybody Home. This is the followup to Laughter, Tears and Muffled Drums and once again Phil demonstrates his gift for capturing the moments in his fellow firefighter's lives.
Public Enemies is sure to be one of the biggest movies of the summer. But can you watch it while lounging in the back yard? The book is an astonishing true-life account of America's first, and greatest, war on crime. teh author puts to rest many of the myths to tell the true story of J. Edgar Hoover, the beginnings of the FBI, and America's emerging underworld.
Rescue Men covers three generations, over sixty years, of service on the Boston Fire Department. Rescue Men captures the sense of belonging that came with being a firefighter and captures what its really like.
EMT Kelly Grayson tells stories from his profession and the people he encounters everyday in his book En Route. Morgan Larence's The Streets Ran Red is an account of deputy sheriff paramedics and the cast of medical experts who help them save lives. My Ambulance Education looks at life as a New York City EMT.
Finally, if you're going to be visiting Boston you may want to check out Returning To Quarters. this reference to all Boston Firehouses can help you create your own firehouse tour! If your visiting New York, bring along the Firefighting Buff's Guide To NYC to help guide you.
Fianlly, a little off subject, we recently got in stock the highly recommended Hybrid Vehicle High Voltage / SRS Shutdown. If your first responders aren't fully prepared to deal with hybrid vehicles it could lead to serious injury. This guide contains step by step instructions to quickly shut down hybrid vehicles. Lets keep everyone safe, so they can spend the summer lounging in the hammock.
We're always open to suggestions, either via email or left as comments to the blog. Be sure to follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/FSPbooks. We anounce new books, special deals, and whatever else is on our minds there.
9suhrt3wxi
Friday, June 26, 2009
Firehouses
Firehouses become landmarks in a community. they help tell the history of their community and become a part of the culture.
This is true in many cities and towns, including Boston. And on this subject we recommend the new book Returning To Quarters: A History Of Boston Firehouses. This book is a complete history of Boston firehouses including every firehouse in every district of the city. The book includes over 185 photos by suck photographers as Bill Noonan and Frank Fitzgerald. Its a must have for any history buff or fan of The Boston Fire Dept.
Through the years many books have been released about firehouses, with another one on the way. Currently we carry two more.
The Frontline covers over 400 firehouses from across the United States. the firehouses range from major cities to rural volunteer departments and everything in between. Its 192 pages with hundreds of full color and black and white photos.
Also from MT is A Guide To Cincinnati's Historic Firehouses. With proceeds benefitting the Cincinnati Fire Museum, this book is a comprehensive guide to the historic firehouses of Cincinatti Ohio.
Also keep an eye out for the upcoming Photographic Journey Through The Firehouses of FDNY due out this fall.
Many of the department histories also cover the firehouses. These include the Chicago Fire Dept. 1858 - 2008, Oakland Fire Dept. 1869 - 2004 and Time Served Is Not In Vain. As always you can find a complete listing of our history books, and all the books we carry at www.fire-police-ems.com.
And to kick off the 4th of July a little bit early, we're offering free shipping on all orders over $50 from now until July 5. Details are on our website.
This is true in many cities and towns, including Boston. And on this subject we recommend the new book Returning To Quarters: A History Of Boston Firehouses. This book is a complete history of Boston firehouses including every firehouse in every district of the city. The book includes over 185 photos by suck photographers as Bill Noonan and Frank Fitzgerald. Its a must have for any history buff or fan of The Boston Fire Dept.
Through the years many books have been released about firehouses, with another one on the way. Currently we carry two more.
The Frontline covers over 400 firehouses from across the United States. the firehouses range from major cities to rural volunteer departments and everything in between. Its 192 pages with hundreds of full color and black and white photos.
Also from MT is A Guide To Cincinnati's Historic Firehouses. With proceeds benefitting the Cincinnati Fire Museum, this book is a comprehensive guide to the historic firehouses of Cincinatti Ohio.
Also keep an eye out for the upcoming Photographic Journey Through The Firehouses of FDNY due out this fall.
Many of the department histories also cover the firehouses. These include the Chicago Fire Dept. 1858 - 2008, Oakland Fire Dept. 1869 - 2004 and Time Served Is Not In Vain. As always you can find a complete listing of our history books, and all the books we carry at www.fire-police-ems.com.
And to kick off the 4th of July a little bit early, we're offering free shipping on all orders over $50 from now until July 5. Details are on our website.
Friday, May 15, 2009
Must Read Fire Books
There are so many books out there and on our website, people often ask us for suggestions. One thing we want to do with this blog is to occasionally give recommendations, especially for a specific subject. Today's subject, must read fire books. We're going to stay away from the technical books, as thats a post for another day. Today we'll focus on story books. These are in no particular order.
First, one of our most popular titles recently, B-Shifter. The book is Nick Brunacini's first hand account of life in the fire service, and what its like growing up a second generation firefighter. At a very wallet friendly $10, this one should be a must read for anyone interested in life as a firefighter.
Another current best seller is George Kreuscher's Fireman. George wanted to write something that would convey what it was like to be a firefighter in FDNY and what it was like when they were called firemen. He succeeds with this tribute to all firefighters.
The late David Halberstam gained critical acclaim with many of his books. The Pulitzer prize winner's take on firefighting, Firehouse, is no exception. Firehouse follows the lives of Engine 40 and Ladder 35, offering a view of courageous men who lost their lives on Sept. 11 and daily life in the firehouse.
When it was first published, Dennis Smith's Report from Engine Co. 82 did what no other book had done before: show what firefighters are truly like, what the job is really like, and the extreme dangers they face. The first book of its kind, it is still considered on of th best.
Larry Ferazani's Rescue Squad takes a look at an unusual firefighting unit working in the shadow of Harvard. The Cambridge Rescue Unit not only packs firefighting gear, but also sophisticated medical equipment. Its a gripping account of of saving lives as firefighters and paramedics.
After joining a fire crew in Northern Arizona as a young man, Matthew Desmond relates his experiences in On The Fireline. Desmond examines the everyday life of these firefighters including their jokes, their fights and the bonds that form as they wait for the next alarm to sound.
Finally, there is no way we could choose just one Leo Stapleton book, so we're just going to recommend anything by him. Stapleton relays real world experiences from his years on the Boston Fire Dept. His works are a compelling tribute to his department and all firefighters.
Now its your turn. if you have any recommendations, please share them in the comments section. You can purchase these, and many other titles from us at www.fire-police-ems.com. Be sure to check out our Twitter feed where we announce new arrivals, news bits, and the occasional special offer or coupon.
First, one of our most popular titles recently, B-Shifter. The book is Nick Brunacini's first hand account of life in the fire service, and what its like growing up a second generation firefighter. At a very wallet friendly $10, this one should be a must read for anyone interested in life as a firefighter.
Another current best seller is George Kreuscher's Fireman. George wanted to write something that would convey what it was like to be a firefighter in FDNY and what it was like when they were called firemen. He succeeds with this tribute to all firefighters.
The late David Halberstam gained critical acclaim with many of his books. The Pulitzer prize winner's take on firefighting, Firehouse, is no exception. Firehouse follows the lives of Engine 40 and Ladder 35, offering a view of courageous men who lost their lives on Sept. 11 and daily life in the firehouse.
When it was first published, Dennis Smith's Report from Engine Co. 82 did what no other book had done before: show what firefighters are truly like, what the job is really like, and the extreme dangers they face. The first book of its kind, it is still considered on of th best.
Larry Ferazani's Rescue Squad takes a look at an unusual firefighting unit working in the shadow of Harvard. The Cambridge Rescue Unit not only packs firefighting gear, but also sophisticated medical equipment. Its a gripping account of of saving lives as firefighters and paramedics.
After joining a fire crew in Northern Arizona as a young man, Matthew Desmond relates his experiences in On The Fireline. Desmond examines the everyday life of these firefighters including their jokes, their fights and the bonds that form as they wait for the next alarm to sound.
Finally, there is no way we could choose just one Leo Stapleton book, so we're just going to recommend anything by him. Stapleton relays real world experiences from his years on the Boston Fire Dept. His works are a compelling tribute to his department and all firefighters.
Now its your turn. if you have any recommendations, please share them in the comments section. You can purchase these, and many other titles from us at www.fire-police-ems.com. Be sure to check out our Twitter feed where we announce new arrivals, news bits, and the occasional special offer or coupon.
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