ABSTRACT

A must-have guide for current and future safety professionals, the third edition of this practical handbook presents the key elements of an effective fire safety management program; explains the types and functions of fire control equipment; discusses the identification and control of hazardous materials; identifies safety organizations and available resources for fire service programs; describes commonly installed fire detection systems and their maintenance and inspection; and includes learning objectives, case studies, updated codes and standards, and information about emergency response and school fire safety planning.

chapter 2|8 pages

Fire Chemistry

chapter 3|18 pages

Essential Elements

chapter 5|42 pages

Building Construction

chapter 6|14 pages

Fire Detection Systems

chapter 7|14 pages

Fire Control Systems

chapter 8|12 pages

Care, Maintenance, and Inspection

chapter 11|8 pages

The United States Fire Administration

chapter 12|10 pages

Department of Homeland Security