Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook

by IFSTA, Cindy Brakhage

Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition

Skill Sheets now included
Key Terms added
Aerial apparatus safety emphasizes the most common risks based on actual incidents including: stabilizing equipment before raising the aerial device, wearing fall protection, and avoiding power lines
Hydraulic calculations presented in a logical sequence making teaching and learning easier
Strategy and tactics include assessing rescue priorities specifically for aerial placement and deployment
Chapters address proper stabilization; positioning; and operation of telescoping and articulating aerial devices

828 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2015

About the author

International Fire Service Training Association

Reviews

[Ashley · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’m counting this damn book since it ruined my reading goal.

[Natalie Minihan]

Spent enough time in this book this year to count it let’s be real 5 stars for learning 1 star for fun

[Earl Pike · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent update from the previous edition. Better diagrams and illustrations. Much needed update. The book itself is very useful and made better by combining what was previously 2 textbooks. Tremendous amount of information. Reading isn't overly texhnical but some working knowledge is a prerequisite.