Introduction To Wildland Firefighting- Brian Henington

US $3500

Los Lunas, New Mexico, United States
Oct 24th

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Introduction to Wildland Firefighting is a unique textbook and the only pertaining specifically to fighting wildland fires. Topics included are fire management, monitoring techniques, suppression, water use and delivery methods, and much more! Introduction to Wildland Firefighting: includes an overview, learning outcomes, key terms, and key concepts in each chapter. engages students with colorful photos and knowledge assessments. provides an answer key for students to verify their answers to exercises and knowledge assessments. Introduction to Wildland Firefighting is intended to introduce new firefighters to the basic concepts associated with the management and suppression of wildland fires. This textbook mirrors and exceeds the minimum requirements for entry-level firefighters as established by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group in S-130 Wildland Firefighter, S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior and L-180 Human Factors on the Fireline. Introduction to Wildland Firefighting will also function as a valuable reference tool for wildland fire agencies, fire departments and current firefighters; as well as the general public that is interested in the nuts and bolts of wildland firefighting. The book focuses on the incident command system, wildland fire behavior, hazard recognition and mitigation, situational awareness, firefighter professionalism, wildland/urban interface, equipment, resources and tactics used to suppress fires. In addition, the book incorporates the Incident Response Pocket Guide through learning activities, student assessments, review questions and exercises. Finally, the textbook derives from the author’s vast experience in fighting fires in the New Mexico, the southwest and the Western United States. Readers should expect to have useful graphs, illustrations, case studies, unique author perspectives and photos depicting current fire behavior, equipment and personnel. Instructors should expect a comprehensive textbook that is easy to follow and use. The book provides student knowledge assessments, exercises, case studies and critical thinking exercises. Paperback Publisher: Kendall Hunt Publishing; 1 edition (August 17, 2015) Language: English ISBN-10: 1465274057 ISBN-13: 978-1465274052 Product Dimensions: 8 x 1 x 10 inches Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces