Fire Officer's Handbook Of Tactics

by John Norman

Modern firefighting is a continually evolving science. New technologies are constantly being applied to the fire service, both from within and without. In the latest edition of this perennial favorite, author John Norman examines these new technologies and how they affect fireground tactics. He also details the new role firefighters play in homeland security. What is offered here is a guide for the firefighter and the fire officer who, having learned the basic mechanics of the trade, are now looking for specific methods for handling specific situations.
Features & Benefits:
• A new chapter addressing fires in garden apartments and townhouses, a growing problem throughout the country.
• A new chapter on the fire department's role in terrorism and homeland security -- the first fire service text to address the new roles first responders play in detecting, preventing, and responding to the newest threats America faces.
• The chapters on high rise office building fires and sections on building construction have been expanded to included the lessons learned from the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center.

452 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 1992

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Reviews

[John Campbell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Second time through this book
It’s an even slower read the second time and most of this stuff doesn’t apply to Houston fire department or how we operate. Civil service commission pick some horrible books for promotional exams

[McCalle Feller · Rating 2 out of 5]

Wow…. Survived.

[John · Rating 2 out of 5]

It is apparent that the author was unsure whether he was writing an autobiographical account of his time in the fire service or a fire officer's book on tactics. The book would be fantastic if not for the redundant story telling throughout the material. A concise and exacting text on tactics would be more appreciated over the author's continuous injection of personal accounts.

[Fass · Rating 5 out of 5]

It took me entirely too long to finish this book, but there is so much great information in it! I highly suggest every firefighter own a copy and reference it often.

[Zach Houck · Rating 5 out of 5]

Its name can be deceiving. This book is not just for officers or those studying to become officers. My brother bought me this book for Christmas right after I got on the job in 2006 and I still haven't put it down yet. I carry it with me to and from work and on every trip I go on. Sound principles and solid tactics. Easy read for those who do not enjoy reading.

[Bill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great source of info. for all FF's not only officers. It may be dated but many of the most recent scientific findings and so called new tactics are explained herein. I noticed construction types are different from modern NFPA definition - type III is now well known as ordinary construction not as type IV as stated in this book. I would recommend this book to anyone who operates in a FF capacity.

[Brad Tallent]

I'm reading this book for the Firefighter/Engineer's test. It is a textbook, but it is actually really easy and enjoyable to read.

[Marco · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great. I read it cover to cover my second year on. Really a solid read.

[Ryan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good overall book to increase your knowledge