Description
Wildland Fire Fighter: Principles and Practice, Second Edition meets and exceeds the job performance requirements and objectives as outlined in the following National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) standards:
- NFPA_1051, Standard for Wildland Firefighting Personnel Professional Qualifications, 2020 Edition (Chapters 4 and 5)
- NWCG_S-190, Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior, 2019 Edition
- NWCG_S-130, Firefighter Training, 2008 Edition
- NWCG_L-180, Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service, 2014 Edition
From wildland fire service history to safety, to water supply, to firing operations, this single manual covers everything an NFPA Wildland Fire Fighter I and Fire Fighter II (NWCG Fire Fighter Type 2 and 1) needs to know. In addition, the Second Edition was significantly updated and reorganized to better serve Fire Fighter I and Wildland Fire Fighter II. The program now features two distinct sections. Section 1 includes six chapters, which set the foundation for Fire Fighter I knowledge and understanding. Section 2 comprises eight chapters, which encompass the higher-level competencies required for Fire Fighter II. This new organization will allow instructors the flexibility to teach their Wildland Fire Fighter I and II course(s) exactly the way they wish.
Wildland Fire Fighter: Principles and Practice, Second Edition features in this text will help students take that extra step toward becoming outstanding wildland firefighters.
These features include:
- Refined Table of Contents. Now divided by level, the new table of contents addresses NFPA and NWCG requirements and objectives in an easy-to-follow manner.
- New Chapters. New chapters including The Wildland Fire Service, Wildland/Urban Interface Considerations, Tools and Equipment, Human Resources, and Radio Communications ensure a comprehensive understanding of history, safety, and operations.
- Scenario-Based Learning. You are the Wildland Fire Fighter and Wildland Fire Fighter in Action case scenarios are found in each chapter to encourage and foster critical-thinking skills.
- Practical Tips for Wildland Fire Fighters. The Listen Up! and Did You Know? features provide helpful advice and encouragement.
- Skill Drills. This feature provides written step-by-step explanations and visuals for important skills and procedures. This clear, concise format enhances student comprehension of complex procedures.
- After-Action Review Section. The end-of-chapter review includes detailed chapter summaries and key terms to reinforce important principles.
- Updated photos and illustrations. New and improved photos and illustrations enhance learning with visuals of incidents and training simulations, as well as highlighting advances in tools and equipment.
Contents
Section I Wildland Fire Fighter I
- Chapter_1 The Wildland Fire Service
- Chapter_2 The Incident Command System and ICS Forms
- Chapter_3 Safety on Wildland Fires
- Chapter_4 Basic Wildland Fire Behavior
- Chapter_5 Strategy and Tactics
- Chapter_6 Wildland/Urban Interface Considerations
- Chapter_7 Hand Tools and Equipment
- Chapter_8 Ground and Air Equipment
Section II Wildland Fire Fighter II
- Chapter_9 Human Resources
- Chapter_10 Radio Communications
- Chapter_11 Orienteering and Global Positioning Systems
- Chapter_12 Water Supplies and Operations
- Chapter_13 Class A Foam and Fire-Blocking Gels
- Chapter_14 Handcrew Operations
- Chapter_15 Basic Firing Operations
- Appendix_A NFPA 1051: Standard for Wildland Firefighting Personnel Professional Qualifications (2020 Edition) Correlation Guide
- Appendix_B S-190: Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (2020 Edition) Correlation Guide
- Appendix_C S-130: Firefighter Training (2008 Edition) Correlation Guide
- Appendix_D L-180: Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (2014 Edition) Correlation Guide
Samples
Chapter 2: The Incident Command System and ICS Forms (View Now)
