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Introduction to Fire Prevention, 7/e
James C. Robertson
The prevention of unwanted fire has long been considered the responsibility of the modern-day fire department; however, other agencies and organizations play a vital part in educating the public about fire prevention. From the responsibilities of the fire department to the role of the private and public sectors, this best-selling text present a broad-based look at fire prevention including arson suppression, fire safety education, and code enforcement. The seventh edition has been updated to include the refinement of coverage of performance based codes, code change recommendations as a result of the tragic events of 9/11, fire safety research with continuing application, and a case study of a very successful fire safety program, all while meeting the FESHE curriculum learning objectives, with all new color photographs, and new key terms and objectives for each chapter.
Features Include:
- Cross-walked to FESHE learning objectives
- All-new color photographs throughout
- Key Terms and Chapter Objectives
- Refinement of coverage of performance based codes
- Code change recommendations as a result of the tragic events of 9/11
- Fire safety research with continuing application
- A case study outlining one jurisdiction’s very effective fire safety program
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Synopsis
Introduction to Fire Prevention 7/e offers a range of information on fire prevention history, education, organization, practices, and research. The model curriculum of the Fire Emergency Service Higher Education (FESHE) group served as a basis for this important text.by James C. Robertson, principal of the Atlantic Systems Guild, provides information on arson suppression, fire safety education, along with updated information on code enforcement. With a focus on both the public and organizational responsibilities for fire safety and prevention, this book serves as an introductory tool for all firefighters who seek both the fundamentals and latest information on fire prevention practices and procedures.
About the Author
James C. Robertson, MIFireE, received an A.S. in Fire Protection at Oklahoma State University and a B.S. with specialization in Fire Administration from the University of Southern California. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve, retiring as Commander. He served as both a career and volunteer firefighter for 15 years. Robertson was an instructor for the University of Maryland’s Fire Service program, as Assistant Fire Chief in Gainesville FL and represented the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in the Southern and Midwest states. Robertson served as Maryland’s State Fire Marshal for eighteen years.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: History and Philosophy of Fire Prevention
Chapter 2: Status of Education, Engineering and Enforcement in the United States
Chapter 3: Public Fire and Life Safety Education Programs
Chapter 4: Enforcing Fire Safety Compliance
Chapter 5: Fire Safety Inspection Procedures
Chapter 6: Preparing Fire Service Personnel for Fire Prevention Duties
Chapter 7: Organization and Administration of Municipal Fire Prevention Units
Chapter 8: Instilling Positive Fire Reaction
Chapter 9: Fire Prevention Efforts of the Private Sector
Chapter 10: Fire Prevention Responsibilities of the Public Sector
Chapter 11: Fire Prevention Through Arson Suppression
Chapter 12: International Practices in Fire Prevention
Chapter 13: Fire Prevention Research
Chapter 14: Proving Fire Prevention Works