Introduction to Fire Pump Operations - Softcover

Sturtevant, Thomas B.

 
9780766854529: Introduction to Fire Pump Operations
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0766854523 ISBN 13: 9780766854529
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning, 2004

Synopsis

Firefighters aspiring to meet the professional qualifications for Vehicle Driver/Pump Operator will benefit from the second edition of Introduction to Fire Pump Operations. Thoroughly updated to the 2003 Edition of NFPA Standard 1002 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications, it teaches readers to efficiently, effectively, and safely operate and maintain fire pumps. Topics are logically organized, beginning with an overview of the roles and responsibilities of the driver and operator, then stepping through the construction of pumps and operational procedures and progressing to the theory and principles behind water flow. Important water flow calculations are illustrated, followed by expanded information on automatic nozzles, standpipe operations, hydrant flows, and other topics that promote the safe and efficient operation of pumps.

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About the Author

Dr. Thomas B. Sturtevant is an Associate Division Director with the Texas Engineering Extension Service's Urban Search and Rescue Program and is a member of Texas Task Force 1. He has written textbooks, assessed foreign emergency response training programs, managed training and educational programs, and served on several national Boards. He is a certified Fire Protection Specialist and has an Education Doctorate in Leadership for Teaching & Learning, as well as a Masters in Public Administration from the University of Tennessee. His research/consulting efforts focus on program evaluation and emergency service professional development.

Synopsis

Teaches operation and maintenance of fire pumps efficiently, effectively and safely. Topics are logically organised beginning with an overview of the roles and responsibilities of the driver and operator.

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Publisher
Delmar Cengage Learning
Publication date
2004
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0766854523
ISBN 13 
9780766854529
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
2
Number of pages
448

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