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.
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Friday, May 15, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Fire Officer I & II Training
Fire departments have a number of choices when it comes to training. We've touched earlier on recruit and rescue training, so now we want to focus a little on Fire Officer I & II training.
IFSTA has Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer 4th edition. This text is divided into two sections, Fire Officer I and Fire Officer II making it convenient for students to learn from and instructors to teach. Divider pages introduce each chapter with NFPA job performance requirements, learning objectives and a list of chapter contents. There also has a number of supplements available, including printed and CD-Rom study guides, a curriculum CD, Clip Art and more.
Jones & Bartlett Publishers offer Fire Officer: Principles & Practice. This text covers the entire spectrum, of NFPA 1021. Features that will help students excel include detailed case studies, practical field tips, test taking tips and advice and encouragement from veteran fire officers. Supplements include a student workbook, software study guide, a Fire Officer I & II Exam Prep book, an instructor's resource CD and an instructor's toolkit CD.
Delmar / Cengage Learning have published Company Officer 2nd edition. This text is designed to instruct both career and volunteer firefighters who seek promotion to fire officer. It also provides important information on how to communicate effectively, provide strong leadership, operate safely on the fire ground, and highlight the skills required for proficiency on the job. Supplements for this text include a CD software and Fire Officer I & II Exam Preparation book.
Chief John Norman was written Fire Officer's Handbook of Tactics 3rd edition, published by Fire Engineering. Chief Norman offers a guide for firefighters and fire officer's who, having learned the basic mechanics of the trade, are now looking for methods of handling specific situations. Supplements for this text include an audio book, workbook, CD study guides and DVD Series.
As always, there are many more training resources available then we can go into here. For full listings visit us online at www.fire-police-ems.com. If you are looking to put together a complete set of Fire Officer I & II training materials, oany other subject, or looking to add to your library please call or email and we'll help you out and give you the best pricing possible. let us know what you need. Our friendly sales associates are here to help and answer any questions you may have.
If you are planning on having a promotional exam, register it with FSP by emailing support@fire-police-ems.com for discounted package pricing.
To stay updated on new releases as we get them in, promtional reading lists as we post them, and news and special promotions, sign up to follow FSP on Twitter at http://twitter.com/FSPbooks and sign up for our email newsletter the FSP Newsnotes, sent out twice a month.
IFSTA has Fire & Emergency Services Company Officer 4th edition. This text is divided into two sections, Fire Officer I and Fire Officer II making it convenient for students to learn from and instructors to teach. Divider pages introduce each chapter with NFPA job performance requirements, learning objectives and a list of chapter contents. There also has a number of supplements available, including printed and CD-Rom study guides, a curriculum CD, Clip Art and more.
Jones & Bartlett Publishers offer Fire Officer: Principles & Practice. This text covers the entire spectrum, of NFPA 1021. Features that will help students excel include detailed case studies, practical field tips, test taking tips and advice and encouragement from veteran fire officers. Supplements include a student workbook, software study guide, a Fire Officer I & II Exam Prep book, an instructor's resource CD and an instructor's toolkit CD.
Delmar / Cengage Learning have published Company Officer 2nd edition. This text is designed to instruct both career and volunteer firefighters who seek promotion to fire officer. It also provides important information on how to communicate effectively, provide strong leadership, operate safely on the fire ground, and highlight the skills required for proficiency on the job. Supplements for this text include a CD software and Fire Officer I & II Exam Preparation book.
Chief John Norman was written Fire Officer's Handbook of Tactics 3rd edition, published by Fire Engineering. Chief Norman offers a guide for firefighters and fire officer's who, having learned the basic mechanics of the trade, are now looking for methods of handling specific situations. Supplements for this text include an audio book, workbook, CD study guides and DVD Series.
As always, there are many more training resources available then we can go into here. For full listings visit us online at www.fire-police-ems.com. If you are looking to put together a complete set of Fire Officer I & II training materials, oany other subject, or looking to add to your library please call or email and we'll help you out and give you the best pricing possible. let us know what you need. Our friendly sales associates are here to help and answer any questions you may have.
If you are planning on having a promotional exam, register it with FSP by emailing support@fire-police-ems.com for discounted package pricing.
To stay updated on new releases as we get them in, promtional reading lists as we post them, and news and special promotions, sign up to follow FSP on Twitter at http://twitter.com/FSPbooks and sign up for our email newsletter the FSP Newsnotes, sent out twice a month.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Firefighter Recruit Training
Most of the major firefighting publishers have come out with recruit training materials in the past year or so. With so many options, the choices can be difficult. Here is a quick breakdown of the latest recruit training materials.
Jones & Bartlett
Jones & Bartlett has the Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills, 2nd ed. The second edition features a laser-like focus on fire fighter injury prevention, including a dedicated chapter on safety. Student supplements include the Student Review Manual, Student Workbook, and the Skills Evaluation Workbook. Instructor materials are also available to certified instructors and can be ordered by calling us at (800) 522-8528.
IFSTA & Brady
IFSTA has published the 5th edition of Essentials of Firefighting. IFSTA and Brady have also collaborated on an expanded text, Essentials of Firefighting and Fire Department Operations. This expanded edition includes all of the information found in the regular Essentials, plus a first aid and hazardous materials component. Supplemental materials for these books include a Study Guide (available in both book and CD-Rom form), a Student Workbook, and a Skills Handbook. Both Knightlite and Rapid-fire have released software study guides for Essentials also. Set discounts are also available when texts and supplements purchased together.
Delmar / Cengage Learning
Delmar has released three versions of their recruit training manual. these are the Firefighter's Handbook: Essentials of Firefighting 3rd ed., Firefighter's Handbook: Firefighting and Emergency Response 3rd ed., and the Firefighter's Handbook: Firefighter I & II. Supplements include the Firefighter's Handbook Skills DVD, Hazardous Materials Handbook, and the HazMat Handbook Skills DVD.
A complete breakdown of the recruit training materials can be found here. There are other training materials available from other publishers including McGraw Hill's Firefighter I & II Review DVD. As always feel free to contact us with any questions and visit us online at http://www.fire-police-ems.com.
Jones & Bartlett
Jones & Bartlett has the Fundamentals of Fire Fighter Skills, 2nd ed. The second edition features a laser-like focus on fire fighter injury prevention, including a dedicated chapter on safety. Student supplements include the Student Review Manual, Student Workbook, and the Skills Evaluation Workbook. Instructor materials are also available to certified instructors and can be ordered by calling us at (800) 522-8528.
IFSTA & Brady
IFSTA has published the 5th edition of Essentials of Firefighting. IFSTA and Brady have also collaborated on an expanded text, Essentials of Firefighting and Fire Department Operations. This expanded edition includes all of the information found in the regular Essentials, plus a first aid and hazardous materials component. Supplemental materials for these books include a Study Guide (available in both book and CD-Rom form), a Student Workbook, and a Skills Handbook. Both Knightlite and Rapid-fire have released software study guides for Essentials also. Set discounts are also available when texts and supplements purchased together.
Delmar / Cengage Learning
Delmar has released three versions of their recruit training manual. these are the Firefighter's Handbook: Essentials of Firefighting 3rd ed., Firefighter's Handbook: Firefighting and Emergency Response 3rd ed., and the Firefighter's Handbook: Firefighter I & II. Supplements include the Firefighter's Handbook Skills DVD, Hazardous Materials Handbook, and the HazMat Handbook Skills DVD.
A complete breakdown of the recruit training materials can be found here. There are other training materials available from other publishers including McGraw Hill's Firefighter I & II Review DVD. As always feel free to contact us with any questions and visit us online at http://www.fire-police-ems.com.
Friday, March 27, 2009
Two New History Books
Two new history books are now in stock!
The History of the Chicago Fire Insurance Patrol is a limited edition, hardcover collectible book covering all aspects of the Chicago Fire Insurance patrol. The book is close to 400 pages and contains over 200 never before seen photos.
Also available is The Ambulance. This thorough history follows the ambulance through every phase. It focuses not only on the vehicle, but also on its role in the developing emergency medical services. This hardcover book is over 350 pages, with well over 200 photos.
As always these books and many more emergency service related titles are available at FSP books & Videos. Order online 24 hours a day at http://www.fire-police-ems.com
The History of the Chicago Fire Insurance Patrol is a limited edition, hardcover collectible book covering all aspects of the Chicago Fire Insurance patrol. The book is close to 400 pages and contains over 200 never before seen photos.
Also available is The Ambulance. This thorough history follows the ambulance through every phase. It focuses not only on the vehicle, but also on its role in the developing emergency medical services. This hardcover book is over 350 pages, with well over 200 photos.
As always these books and many more emergency service related titles are available at FSP books & Videos. Order online 24 hours a day at http://www.fire-police-ems.com
Friday, March 20, 2009
New Releases
Recent fire book releases include:
American LaFrance 900 Series of the New York City Fire Department by John Calderone: http://www.fire-police-ems.com/books/ba8665.shtml
Fire Apparatus Journal March / April 2009: http://www.fire-police-ems.com/books/bf020903.shtml
Chicago Fire Dept. 150 Years: http://www.fire-police-ems.com/books/bc1542.shtml
American LaFrance 900 Series of the New York City Fire Department by John Calderone: http://www.fire-police-ems.com/books/ba8665.shtml
Fire Apparatus Journal March / April 2009: http://www.fire-police-ems.com/books/bf020903.shtml
Chicago Fire Dept. 150 Years: http://www.fire-police-ems.com/books/bc1542.shtml
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