Essentials of Fire Fighting, 8th Edition: Firefighter 2

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IFSTAs Essentials of Fire Fighting, 8th Edition, Firefighter II , provides entry-level firefighter candidates with the information necessary to meet the job performance requirements (JPRs) in Chapter 7 of NFPA 1010, Standard on Professional Qualifications for Firefighters, 2024 Edition for Firefighter II. Choose the content to meet your exact training needs! Essentials 8th Edition now provides the option to purchase Firefighter II as a standalone book. Essentials 8th Edition is the most complete source for firefighter training in the industry. It builds on IFSTAs legacy of equipping firefighters with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in an ever-changing profession. IFSTAs committee validation process ensures content is relevant, accurate, and is a true reflection of industry best practices. Essentials 8th features IFSTAs student-focused design with large text, single column format, and frequent incorporation of high quality photos and illustrations. These features are proven to aid in learning and knowledge retention for adult learners. Firefighter candidates who require training to the NFPA 470 Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Levels can now access this content in Hazardous Materials for First Responders, 6th Edition. Key features of this manual: Chapter References Key Term Definitions Review Questions Discussion Questions Appendix A – Correlation to NFPA 1010 24 New and Updated Skill Sheets New Content and Updates: NIMS-ICS 200 information is in Firefighter II, Chapter 1, Incident Scene Operations New content and skill sheets regarding thermal imager use Firefighter II Chapter List Chapter 1 Incident Scene Operations Chapter 2 Building Materials, Structural Collapse, and Effects of Fire Suppression Chapter 3 Technical Rescue Support and Vehicle Extrication Operations Chapter 4 Foam Fire Fighting, Liquid Fires, and Gas Fires Chapter 5 Fire Origin and Cause Determination Chapter 6 Maintenance and Testing Responsibilities Chapter 7 Community Risk Reduction