Safety In Emergency Services

Safety is one of the most important issues facing the emergency services. In the last few months there have been a number of products released on the subject. These should be must have items for any department library.

A valuable learning tool or a handy reference manual, Delmar's Highway Scene Safety focuses on operational guidelines necessary for conducting safe and efficient scene management during a highway incident. This book covers pre-planning, the national incident command system, governing laws, interagency communications, personal protective clothing, roadway considerations and other topics required for a safe response.

IFSTA's Occupational Safety, Health, and Wellness 3rd edition provides information for three groups: fire and emergency service administrators, supervisors, and emergency responders. It is intended to provide an overview of programs, policies, procedures, and actions that will establish and maintain a culture of safety within the fire and emergency services.

The subject of solid fuel appliances is covered with the new 2 DVD set Firefighter Knowledge. It covers The different types of solid fuel appliances, gas combustion appliances and clothes dryer vents and the issues they present regarding structure fires, the truth about masonry and pre-fabricated fireplaces and common fireplace installation errors, safe fireplace operating guidelines, proper use of manufactured "wax" logs and chimney cleaning logs, common myths regarding fireplaces, chimney fires and the best types of wood to burn, and much more!

Finally, The Idea Bank has released Before You Go Up, featuring former state fire marshals, Ronny Coleman and Jim McMullen . Taking a "tough love" approach, it shows how to prepare for and survive a fire in a multi-story building.

As always we'd love for these to end up in your library. Feel free to email me with any questions or give us a call at (800) 522-8528.

We've also received a lot of requests recently for help in putting together top notch DVD libraries. We've put together a worksheet with many different options that we can send to any department that is interested. Or, tell us your needs and we'll customize something for you! All of our training DVDs can be found at www.Fire-Police-EMS.com.

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New Firefighting Training Books

We quickly wanted to cover the latest releases in firefighter training. A number of books have been released in the last few months from various publishers.

On the subject of firefighter safety IFSTA and FPP have released two new titles. Occupational Safety, Health and Wellness is a companion to Fire Dept. Safety Officer. The goal is to establish and maintain a culture of safety within the fire and emergency services. It contains safety information, lays out requirements for health and fitness programs, and provides guidance.

Understanding and Implementing the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives was developed as a joint project between the National Fallen Firefighters Fund and Fire Protection Publications. It provides a detailed overview and implementation strategy for the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives that were developed at the landmark National Fallen Firefighters Fund 2004 summit.


Delmar has published the Firefighter's Fitness Handbook. This text provides a total health evaluation and fitness program designed specifically for firefighters. It also covers stress levels and the physical risks inherent with firefighting.

Also from FPP is the newest edition of Fire Service Hydraulics and Water Supply. This second edition provides detailed information on the principles of water and its movement, determining accurate pressure and fire flows, types of apparatus and pumps used to move water and much more.

IFSTA has also updated its Fireground Support Operations with Structural Firefighting: Truck Company Skills and Tactics. It is designed to be a resource for those who engage in "truck work" on the fireground. Topics covered include forcible entry, fireground search and rescue, ventilation, loss control, rapid intervention and other truck company responsibilities.

Jones and Bartlett has published a number of EMS titles that may be of interest to firefighters and fire departments. Instructional Methods For Public Safety offers a broad spectrum view of the latest educational trends and cutting edge information on emergency services instruction.

Jones and Bartlett's Emergency Medical Responder offers complete coverage and the best practices in prehospital medicine. In addition, Sick / Not Sick 2nd ed has been updated with new case studies and is a great resource in helping develop rapid patient assessment skills.

These and many more fire, police and EMS training resources can be found at FSP Books & Videos. Call us at 800.522.8528 or visit us online at www.Fire-Police-EMS.com. Our friendly customer service reps have years of experience and are here to answer any questions you may have.

Firefighter Recruit Training Revisited

With Fire Engineering releasing their Handbook For Firefighter I & II we figured now would be a good time to revisit the latest in firefighter recruit training. Here is a quick breakdown of the latest recruit training materials. We've discounted many of our recruit books to help departments stretch their budgets a little further. If this blog seems eerily familiar, parts were taken from an April blog.

Fire Engineering
Fire Engineering has finally released their first recruit training book, Fire Engineering's Handbook For Firefighter I & II. They assembled many top names in the industry to produce this highly readable and thorough textbook, with innovative ways to train the next generation of firefighters. this 1200 page text is available for $95. Each text comes with a Skill Drills book which is also available separately for $45. They will also be releasing a study guide, Skills DVD, Instructor Guide, and more in the near future.

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, Firefighter I & II Exam Prep, Student Workbook, and the Skills Evaluation Workbook. There are many other supplements to this title, including software and a Skills and Drills DVD set. To save money, texts and workbooks can be purchased as a set. Instructor materials are also available to certified instructors. This is the text currently being used at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy.

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 a study guide and CD-Rom 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 at support@fire-police-ems.com with any questions and visit us online at http://www.fire-police-ems.com. For the latest product announcements, follow us through Twitter at http://twitter.com/FSPbooks.

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.

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.

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Firefighter Rescue Books

In the early 1990s the late Ray Downey wrote Rescue Company, drawing on his experience as captain of FDNY's Rescue 2 to instruct on all aspects of rescue. To this day Rescue Company is considered by many essentials to firefighter training.

Now, Chief John Norman builds on Downey's legacy with the brand new Fire Dept. Special Operations. Chief Norman looks to not only cover the gap since The Rescue Company was released, but also guide agencies and individuals in establishing, staffing, operating, and maintaining heavy rescue units in the many forms they may take. This in depth take on rescue company operations is highly recommended for the officers and individuals assigned the duties that a rescue firefighter must accomplish. It can be purchased for $79.00 by calling us at (800) 522-8528 or online at www.fire-police-ems.com.

Chief Norman isn't the only one to publish a recent book on rescue. Jez Hunter and Jones & Bartlett have recently released the Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Field Guide. This $38.95 guide was developed with the special needs of professional rescuers in mind. This compact guide is durable and weather resistant, and provides quick access to rescue techniques and essential information.

Also Jeff Mathews and Delmar have recently released Technical Rescuer: Rope Levels I & II. This rope rescue guide offers detailed instructions on numerous rope rescue techniques and insight on how to apply these techniques effectively on the scene. It includes commonly used knots, practical rigging methods, incident and scene management, lowering systems, tensioned rope system and more, and retails for $60.95.

There been much more written about all forms of rescue. A listing of all rescue books we are carrying can be found here. We also have a listing of specialized and technical rescue books. And of course there is more on the way with Jones & Bartlett announcing they are producing a new Rescue Series, developed by Safety Solutions Inc. and also releasing the Fundamentals of Technical Rescue later this year.

Fire Engineering also has a number of rescue related books and DVDs, as does IFSTA and Delmar/Cengage. And if you are looking for something in particular and can't find it on our website, give us a call or drop us an email at support@fire-police-ems.com and we'll try to help.

And since we mentioned John Norman earlier, just a quick note that Fire Engineering has released the next two DVDs in the Fire Officer's Handbook of Tactics Series, #9 Forcible Entry and #10 Ventilation. Three more DVDs are scheduled for later this year.

To stay updated on new releases as we get them in, sign up to follow FSP on Twitter at http://twitter.com/FSPbooks. Also for all your fire department, rescue, police or EMS needs, visit us online. We're offering free shipping on all orders over $50 until May 30.

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.