Company Officer

Second Edition
Author: Clinton Smoke
ISBN #: 1401826059
©2005   Publish Date: 01/31/2005
Binding: PB
Pages: 432
Publisher: Cengage Learning

Price: $99.95

Description:

This book was developed to assist paid and volunteer firefighters in the quest to become fire officers. Based on NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Competency, 2003 Edition, this updated book features vital information for those who seek certification as Fire Officer I or II. Comprehensive coverage not only satisfies the operational requirements of NFPA 1021 levels I and II, but also addresses the all-important 'soft skills' that are essential to quick mastery of the fire officer position. Human resource management, communication, leadership, community and government relations, administration and management, fire prevention, inspections and investigations, and safety issues are all addressed for proficiency on the job. In this regard, the book is also useful for members of rescue squads, emergency medical response agencies, and other similar emergency organizations.

Product Benefits:

• provides a comprehensive guide to Fire Officer I and II as outlined by the 2003 Edition of NFPA 1021, including a detailed correlation guide comparing the requirements of the Standard to the corresponding page in the book
• an enhanced full color design features textboxes highlighting critical information regarding safety, ethical considerations, officer advice, and other important facts that allow the officer to hit-the-ground running in the new position
• expanded coverage of emergency management reflects the changing role of the Company Officer
• "Street Stories" and "Case Studies" highlight valuable lessons learned by real fire officers from across the country
• a complete instructor's package is available in print and electronic versions, offering modularized curriculum, skill sheets, information on how to set up and run Fire Officer programs, PowerPoint, computerized testbank, video clips, an image library and more

Table of Contents:

Introduction: The Company Officer''s Role.The Company Officer''s Role in Effective Communications.The Company Officer''s Role in the Organization.The Company Officer''s Role in Management. The Company officer''s Role in Managing Resources.The Company Officer''s Role: Leadership Principles.The Company Officer''s Role in Leading Others.The Company Officer''s Role in Personnel Safety.The Company Officers'' Role in Fire Prevention.The Company Officer''s Role in Understanding Building Construction and Fire Behavior.The Company Officer''s Role in Fire Investigation.The Company Officer''s Role in Preplanning and Readiness.The Company Officer''s Role in Incident Management.Appendix A NFPA 1021.Appendix B Suggested Training Evolutions.Appendix C Introduction to Incident Management.Acronyms.Glossary.

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