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Fire Officer's Handbook of Tactics, 5th Edition by John Norman (Chief of Special Operations, Ret., FDNY) is the standard structural-firefighting tactics reference, organized into General Firefighting Tactics and Specific Fire Situations. Fire academies, promotional-exam candidates, and departments can source it in bulk directly through Global Academic Supply.
Key Features
- 5th edition hardcover, Fire Engineering Books, 2019, 8.5" x 11"
- Divided into General Firefighting Tactics and Specific Fire Situations
- New chapter on cellar and basement fires
- Updated coverage of the modern fire environment and recent fire research
- Content on fire department roles in terrorism and homeland security
- Publisher list price $117.00
Specifications
- Author: John Norman
- Publisher: Fire Engineering Books
- Edition: 5th
- Format: Hardcover, 8.5" x 11"
- ISBN-13: 9781593704186
- ISBN-10: 1593704186
- Publication date: 2019
Buy in Bulk from Global Academic Supply
Fire Officer's Handbook of Tactics, 5th Edition is available to order through Global Academic Supply at $59.99 per copy for 5+, $58.99 for 10+, and $57.99 for 25+, against a $59.99 list price. Institutions can pay by purchase order with Net-30 terms, and tax-exempt certificates are accepted for qualifying organizations.
About This Edition
- General Principles of Firefighting
- Size-Up
- Engine Company Operations
- Hoseline Selection, Stretching, and Placement
- Water Supply
- Sprinkler Systems and Standpipe Operations
- Ladder Company Operations
- Forcible Entry
- Ventilation
- Search and Rescue
Part II: Specific Fire Situations
- Firefighter Survival
- Operations in Lightweight Buildings
- Below-Grade Fires: Basements and Subbasements, Cellars and Subcellars, and Crawl Spaces
- Private Dwellings
- Multiple Dwellings
- Garden Apartment and Townhouse Fires
- Store Fires — Taxpayers and Strip Malls
- High-Rise Office Buildings
- Buildings Under Construction, Renovation, and Demolition
- Fire-Related Emergencies: Incinerators, Oil Burners, and Gas Leaks
- Electrical Fires and Emergencies
- Structural Collapse
- Fire Department Roles in Terrorism and Homeland Security
Product Details
| ISBN-13 | 9781593704186 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 1593704186 |
| Edition | 5th |
| Authors | John Norman |
| Publisher | Fire Engineering Books |
| Publication date | 2019 |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
| Category | Fire & Emergency Services |
| List price | $63.99 / copy |
| Min. order | 5 copies |
| Condition | New |
Table of Contents
- General Principles of Firefighting
- Size-Up
- Engine Company Operations
- Hoseline Selection, Stretching, and Placement
- Water Supply
- Sprinkler Systems and Standpipe Operations
- Ladder Company Operations
- Forcible Entry
- Ventilation
- Search and Rescue
Part II: Specific Fire Situations
- Firefighter Survival
- Operations in Lightweight Buildings
- Below-Grade Fires: Basements and Subbasements, Cellars and Subcellars, and Crawl Spaces
- Private Dwellings
- Multiple Dwellings
- Garden Apartment and Townhouse Fires
- Store Fires — Taxpayers and Strip Malls
- High-Rise Office Buildings
- Buildings Under Construction, Renovation, and Demolition
- Fire-Related Emergencies: Incinerators, Oil Burners, and Gas Leaks
- Electrical Fires and Emergencies
- Structural Collapse
- Fire Department Roles in Terrorism and Homeland Security
Key Topics
- 5th edition hardcover, Fire Engineering Books, 2019, 8.5" x 11"
- Divided into General Firefighting Tactics and Specific Fire Situations
- New chapter on cellar and basement fires
- Updated coverage of the modern fire environment and recent fire research
- Content on fire department roles in terrorism and homeland security
- Publisher list price $117.00
Who This Is For
- Fire officers and company officers responsible for tactical decision-making
- Firefighters preparing for promotion to officer or command roles
- Fire departments using the book for officer development and in-service training
- Fire academies, colleges, and public-safety programs teaching fireground tactics
- Incident commanders and supervisors reviewing strategy for common structural fire scenarios
- Departments purchasing multiple copies for training cohorts, command staff, or station libraries
- Institutional buyers sourcing the same edition for fire-service education and professional development
Institutional & Bulk Ordering
- Minimum order: 5 copies, with tiered pricing at higher quantities
- Purchase orders and Net-30 terms accepted for qualifying institutions
- Tax-exempt certificates accepted for qualifying accounts
- Free worldwide shipping, no sales tax
Edition & Identifier Check
Always confirm this exact ISBN-13 and edition (9781593704186) against your syllabus or procurement request before ordering — editions of this title are not interchangeable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is this book for?
A: Fire academies, fire officer promotional exam candidates, and fire departments training company and chief officers in structural firefighting tactics.
Q: What edition and format is this?
A: The 5th edition, hardcover, published by Fire Engineering Books in 2019, 8.5" x 11".
Q: What is new in the 5th edition?
A: A new chapter on cellar and basement fires, updated coverage of the modern fire environment, and content on fire department roles in terrorism and homeland security, alongside current scientific fire research.
Q: What bulk pricing tiers apply to this title?
A: $63.99 per copy for 5+, $61.99 for 10+, and $59.99 for 25+, against a $65.99 list price.
Q: Is it in stock for a bulk order?
A: Yes, it's currently in stock and available for bulk order.