2011 Massachusetts Fire Lieutenant & Captain Promotional Lists

Civil Service has released the promotional reading list for Massachusetts Fire Lieutenant and Fire Captain. New editions include a new IFSTA HazMat for First Responders, 4th ed. and Collapse of Burning Buildings 2nd ed.

The complete list for Lt:

• Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer, 4th ed
• Inspection & Code Enforcement, 7th ed.
• First Responder 8th ed
• Hazardous Materials for First Responders 4th ed
• National Incident Management System FEMA 501, 2008 ed.
• Pumping Apparatus Driver Operator Handbook, 2nd ed.
• Building Construction Related to the Fire Service 3rd ed.
  
• Engine Company Fireground Operations, 3rd ed.
  
• Ladder Company Fireground Operations, 3rd ed.
  

The complete list for Capt:

• Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer, 4th ed
• Inspection & Code Enforcement, 7th ed.
• First Responder 8th ed
• Hazardous Materials for First Responders 4th ed
• National Incident Management System FEMA 501, 2008 ed.
• Pumping Apparatus Driver Operator Handbook, 2nd ed.
• Collapse of Burning Buildings 2nd ed.
• Strategic and Tactical Considerations on the Fireground, 2nd ed
• Supervision Today, 6th ed.

There are also many study guide and software options for most of the books on the lists. Discounted set pricing is available for both reading lists. Visit us online at www.Fire-Police-EMS.com or call 800.522.8528 for details or to place an order.

If you'd like to register your promotional exam with FSP please call or email us at support@fire-police-ems.com. We will check editions before you release the list and put together discounted sets specifically for your department.

Also, trying to maximize your budget as the fiscal year comes to a close? We can customize a DVD library to meet your budget and your department's needs. Examples of previouslibraries we've done for fire departments can be found at http://www.fire-police-ems.com/misc/fire-dvd-library.shtml. Also a breakdown of training DVDs by subject can be found at http://www.fire-police-ems.com/misc/training-programs.shtml. As always, please call or email with any questions or to set up an account.

New FDNY History Book, Fire Dept NYC Dreyfous Collection

Since it was just released figured I'd give a write up to MT Publishing's new Fire Department City of New York: The Dreyfous Collection; A History in Photographs 1912-1947. This must have coffee table book was put together by the Connecticut Firemen's Historical Society and is a must have for any FDNY fan or fire history buff.

From before World War I through the Great Depression until after World War II Albert Dreyfous was the official photographer for the FDNY in a non-paid capacity. He had all access permission, meaning he not only got to cross the fire lines, but also enter the fray with the firefighters. He also documented Medal Days, new apparatus deliveries, parades and other formal occasions. Dreyfous also photographed many chiefs for their personal portraits.

The photos used for this book came from Dreyfous' personal albums.

MT has also recently released HazMat Teams Across America. This contains the history of selected hazardous materials incidents over the past 100 years and features Hazmat teams from across the country. This full color book is another great additon to any library.

We currently have 3 of our most popular coffee table books on sale for 25% off. State Trooper and Badges of the Bravest are $33.75 each. FDNY: The Bravest is now $29.95!

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.

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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.