Wildland Firefighter: Principles and Practice, Paperback + Advantage, Revised, 2nd 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 Wildland 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 the Wildland Fire Fighter I and Wildland Fire Fighter II. The program now features two distinct sections. Section 1 includes six chapters that set the foundation for Wildland Fire Fighter I knowledge and understanding. Section 2 includes eight chapters that encompass the higher-level competencies required for Wildland 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.
The features in this text will help students take that extra step toward becoming outstanding wildland firefighter:
- New Correlation Grids. In Appendix B, a grid identifies the assigned job performance requirements in NFPA 1140, Standard for Wildland Fire Protection, 2022 Edition. Appendix C includes a correlation grid for NWCG-130 Firefighter Training 2022 Edition.
- 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.
- Comprehensive Content. Chapters on 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 in each chapter 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. The 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.
