Athens Fire

Students from fire departments across North America, recognize that the information within the book, “Essentials of Fire Fighting”, is an excellent primer to building a solid base of knowledge.

Some say, that it is actually a must have for hopeful fire fighters … in essence it is the Bible of Fire Fighting.

The book is filled with supportive tips, obvious illustrations & photos, concise descriptions and other useful training materials. These components all work together to help any new student firmly grasp the fire fighting way of life.

Here is a list of the topics covered within the book:

• Building Construction
• Fire Behavior
• Fire Control
• Fire Department Communications
• Fire Detection, Alarm, and Suppression Systems
• Fire Hose
• Fire Prevention and Public Fire Education
• Fire Streams
• Firefighter Orientation and Safety
• Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment
• Forcible Entry
• Ground Ladders
• Loss Control
• Portable Extinguishers
• Protecting Evidence for Fire Cause Determination
• Rescue and Extrication
• Ropes and Knots
• Ventilation
• Water Supply