Synopses & Reviews
Based on the 2009 Edition of NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Competency, the third edition of Company Officer provides vitals information for those who seek certification as Fire Officer I or II. Newly revised, this book clearly highlights the content for each of these two officer levels in order to enable instructors to easily separate out content based on program needs. Learning objectives in this new edition were also validated by a committee of experts from the field, to ensure that content meets the intent of the Standard for these two operational levels. To remain current in the field, content was thoroughly reviewed and updated to reflect new technology, practices and terminology, as well to focus on issues critical to the fire officer today & budgeting, labor management and legal implications of actions. In the tradition of previous editions, Company Officer, 3e continues to provide valuable insight and advice for aspiring and current fire officers alike.
Synopsis
Based on the 2009 Edition of NFPA 1021, STANDARD FOR FIRE OFFICER PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY, the third edition of COMPANY OFFICER provides vital information for those who seek certification as Fire Officer I or II.
Synopsis
This book was developed to assist paid and volunteer firefighters in the quest to become fire officers. Based on NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Competency, 2003 Edition, this updated book features vital information for those who seek certification as Fire Officer I or II. Comprehensive coverage not only satisfies the operational requirements of NFPA 1021 levels I and II, but also addresses the all-important 'soft skills' that are essential to quick mastery of the fire officer position. Human resource management, communication, leadership, community and government relations, administration and management, fire prevention, inspections and investigations, and safety issues are all addressed for proficiency on the job. In this regard, the book is also useful for members of rescue squads, emergency medical response agencies, and other similar emergency organizations.
About the Author
Clinton H. Smoke is a member and former chair of the National Fire Science Curriculum Committee for Associate Curriculum Development, and the former editor of Fire Command magazine. He is a member of National Fire Protection Association, and is a Director and Secretary for the Fire Protection Technology Educations Section of NFPA, as well as a member of the International Society of Fire Service Instructors. Clinton Smoke is a Certified Fire Protection Specialist. He is currently the chair of the Fire Protection Technology Program at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College in Asheville, North Carolina, and a member of the Skyland Volunteer Fire Department.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Company Officer's Role-Challenges and Opportunities Chapter 2: The Company Officer's Role in Effective Communications Chapter 3: The Company Officer's Role in the Organization Chapter 4: The Company Officer's Role in Management Chapter 5: The Company Officer's Role in Managing Resources Chapter 6: The Company Officer's Role: Principles of Leadership Chapter 7: The Company Officer's Role in Leading Others Chapter 8: The Company Officer's Role in Personnel Safety Chapter 9: The Company Officer's Role in Fire Prevention Chapter 10: The Company Officer's Role in Understanding Building Construction and Fire Behavior Chapter 11: The Company Officer's Role in Fire Investigation Chapter 12: The Company Officer's Role Planning and Readiness Chapter 13: The Company Officer's Role in Incident Management