Author: International Fire Service Training Asso

Publisher: International Fire Service Training Association

ISBN: 9780135094792

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: N.A

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Inspection and Code Enforcement

Author: David Diamantes

Publisher: Delmar Pub

ISBN: 9781418009441

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 312

View: 3935

This text is updated to reflect the 2006 ICC and Uniform Fire Codes. It features step-by-step explanations and practical examples of the use of model building and fire prevention codes, including detailed information on the legal, economic, and politicala

Author: Michael A. Wieder,Carol M. Smith

Publisher: International Fire Service Training Assn

ISBN: 9780879391508

Category: Reference

Page: 466

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Author: Robert E. Solomon

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

ISBN: 9780877654728

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 703

View: 9411

Protect lives and property with state-of-the-art guidance on conducting safe, thorough, accurate inspections! Expanded with updated facts and new chapters! Completely revised and updated to reflect the latest procedures and code requirements, the Fire and Life Safety Inspection Manual is your step-by-step guide through the complete fire inspection process, with special emphasis on life safety considerations.Formerly the NFPA Inspection Manual, it covers the full range of hazards and gives you solid advice on identifying and correcting problems. Easy-to-follow checklists help you remember and record every important detail. Early chapters provide important background information, while the second half presents inspection guidelines for specific fire protection systems and occupancies that are based on the Life Safety Code®.In addition to discussing fundamentals such as inspection procedures and report writing, this comprehensive manual now includes all-new chapters on Housekeeping and Building Procedures, Water Mist Systems, Day Care Occupancies, Ambulatory Health Care Facilities, and Semi-Conductor Manufacturing. With 150 illustrations, more sample forms, and a larger format, this acclaimed manual is more helpful than ever. Perfect for use in the field, the Manual features a new 8 1/2” x 11” size with full-page checklists at the back of the book linked to individual chapters. Detailed visuals throughout help you understand complicated concepts.Whether you’re just starting your career as a fire inspector or ready to brush up on the basics, the Fire and Life Safety Inspection Manual has the reliable inspection advice you need.

Author: James M. Foley

Publisher: Prentice Hall

ISBN: 9780132625913

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 392

View: 9722

Principles of Fire Code Enforcement provides a comprehensive overview of the everyday work practices of fire inspectors and the important role they play in fire risk reduction in their communities. The text's easy-to-follow format covers basic and advanced concepts for fire science students, fire inspectors, and fire officers seeking advancement in their fire service careers. Case studies and illustrations help readers understand and implement complex fire code and fire protection requirements and provide insight into practical approaches to improving response and recovery efforts in the community. This text addresses the FESHE requirements for fire code enforcement as well as NFPA 1031 and 1037 knowledge requirements.

Author: Iafc

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers

ISBN: 1449666523

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 356

View: 9820

The Complete Fire Inspector I and II Training Solution! Fire inspectors need to know how to interpret and apply national and local codes and standards in the office and in the field. Fire Inspector: Principles and Practice is designed to prepare fire inspectors to ensure the highest standards of fire and life safety in their communities. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) are pleased to bring you Fire Inspector: Principles and Practice, a modern integrated teaching and learning system for the fire inspector. This textbook meets and exceeds the job performance requirements for level I and II fire inspectors from Chapters 4 and 5 of NFPA 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner, 2009 Edition. Fire Inspector: Principles and Practice is built on a solid foundation of the basics: building construction, fire growth, and types of occupancies. This fundamental knowledge is presented in a concise, understandable writing style that is easy to digest and recall. The solid foundation of fire and building knowledge then branches out to show the fire inspector how abstract concepts and codes will be concretely applied on a daily basis. This is the text that truly prepares fire inspectors for the real world.

Author: David Diamantes

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers

ISBN: 1284041875

Category: Fire prevention

Page: 320

View: 8876

Designed for use within courses based on the Fire and Emergency Services in Higher Education (FESHE) Fire Prevention model curriculum, Principles of Fire Prevention, Third Edition will provide readers with a thorough understanding of how fire prevention and protection programs can greatly reduce fire loss, deaths, and injuries. The Third Edition features current statistics, codes, standards and references to the latest edition of NFPA Standard 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner. Additionally, Principles of Fire Prevention, Third Edition covers the elements of public education, plan review, inspection, fire investigation, community risk reduction as well as the logistics of staffing and financial management so that readers are fully prepared to lead successful fire prevention programs.

Author: Association Of Fire Chiefs (Iafc) International,Ben A. Hirst,Dr Ben Performance Training Systems

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers

ISBN: 0763758361

Category: Study Aids

Page: 276

View: 1429

The Second Edition Of Exam Prep: Fire Fighter I & II Is Designed To Thoroughly Prepare You For A Fire Fighter I Or II Certification, Promotion, Or Training Examination By Including The Same Type Of Multiple-Choice Questions You Are Likely To Encounter On The Actual Exam. To Help Improve Examination Scores, This Preparation Guide Follows Performance Training Systems, Inc.'S Systematic Approach To Examination Preparation. Exam Prep: Fire Fighter I & II Is Written By Fire Personnel Explicitly For Fire Personnel, And All Content Has Been Verified With The Latest Reference Materials And By A Technical Review Committee. Your Exam Performance Will Improve After Using This System!

Author: Lynne Murnane,Frederick M. Stowell

Publisher: Fire Protection Publication

ISBN: 9780879393489

Category: Fire prevention

Page: 892

View: 8851

"A reference manual for both uniformed and civilian inspectors, Fire Inspection and Code Enforcement (7th edition) is a comprehensive source of information. This manual educates inspectors about the principles and techniques of fire prevention and life-safety inspection and code compliance. It addresses NFPA® 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner, Levels I and II of the 2009 edition. In addition, this manual has also been written to meet the learning objectives of the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) Principles of Code Enforcement course. This is a reference manual for both uniformed and civilian inspectors.".

Author: International Fire Service Training Association

Publisher: Fire Engineering Books & Videos

ISBN: 9780879391492

Category: Reference

Page: 716

View: 4775

This manual is designed to provide the firefighter candidate with the information needed to meet the fire-related performance objectives in NFPA 1001, Levels I and II. Contents: Firefighter orientation and safety Fire behavior Building construction Firefighter personal protective equipment Portable extinguishers Ropes and knots Rescue and extrication Forcible entry Ground ladders Ventilation Water supply Fire hose Fire streams Fire control Fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems Loss control Protective evidence for fire cause determination Fire department communications Fire prevention and public fire education.

Author: David Diamantes

Publisher: CreateSpace

ISBN: 9781508481171

Category:

Page: 386

View: 9684

The fourth edition of Fire Prevention: Inspection and Code Enforcement is updated to reflect the 2012 ICC and Uniform Fire Codes. This book features step-by-step explanations and practical examples of the use of model building and fire codes, including detailed information on the legal, economic, and political aspects of the fire inspection process. A comprehensive guide to the "nuts and bolts" of actually inspecting and codes, topics addressed include: right of entry, enforcement authority, the permit system, building limits and types of construction, and fire protection systems and their maintenance. The 3-part format enables readers to progress logically from the study of code administration, inspection, and enforcement procedures. Ideal for use as a key component of any professional fire-inspector training program, this book also serves as an excellent reference for building and property maintenance inspectors.

Professional Writing Skills for Inspectors

Author: Jean Reynolds.,Jean Reynolds Ph D,David Diamantes

Publisher: CreateSpace

ISBN: 9781494237837

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 232

View: 7166

Report writing skills are essential to success in your code enforcement career. Your notices of violation, letters, and reports are public documents that may be read by supervisors, attorneys, judges, citizens, design professionals, contractors, and reporters. Quality inspection reports and notices of violation help ensure code compliance, impress superiors, and win respect from colleagues. They facilitate repairs, reinforce requirements for safe operations, and ensure unsafe practices are discontinued. "Report Writing for Code Inspectors" covers a wide range of topics: basic principles for organizing and writing reports, bullet style, punctuation, capitalization, sentence structure, English usage, and the specialized vocabulary you need for your reports. Sample reports are included, along with a pre-test, post-test, practice exercises, and a complete answer key.

Author: N.A

Publisher: International Fire Service Training Assn

ISBN: 9780879393717

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 439

View: 9916

[This book] "designed to meet the objectives put forth in the model course outlines for Building Construction for Fire Protection as established by the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) initiative led by the United States Fire Administration."--P. x.

Author: National Fire Protection Association

Publisher: N.A

ISBN: 9781455909025

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 520

View: 1715

Author: International Code Council

Publisher: N.A

ISBN: 9781580012546

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 418

View: 3144

The 2006 provides modern, up-to-date fire code, and addresses conditions hazardous to life and property from fire, explosion, handling or use of hazardous materials, and the use and occupancy of buildings and premises. Prescriptive- and performance-based approaches to fire prevention and fire protection systems are emphasized. Topics addressed include fire department access, fire hydrants, automatic sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, hazardous materials storage and use, and fire safety requirements for new and existing buildings and premises. The 2006 edition is fully compatible with all the International Codes published by the International Code Council (ICC).

Author: Paul D. Kimmel,Jerry J. Weygandt,Donald E. Kieso

Publisher: Wiley Global Education

ISBN: 1118953800

Category: Business & Economics

Page: 808

View: 9638

Starting with the big picture of financial statements first, Paul Kimmel's Financial, 8th Edition, shows students why financial accounting is important to their everyday lives, business majors, and future careers. This best-selling financial accounting program is known for a student-friendly writing style, visual pedagogy, the most relevant and easy to understand examples, and teaching the accounting cycle through the lens of one consistent story of Sierra Corp, an outdoor adventure company.

Author: Mike T. Love,James C. Robertson

Publisher: Pearson Higher Ed

ISBN: 013384384X

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 290

View: 5793

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. Introduction to Fire Prevention, Eighth Edition, presents a broad-based look at fire prevention, including arson suppression, fire safety education, and code enforcement. For information on teaching and learning resources available with this text, please contact your Brady representative. Teaching and Learning Experience: Meets the FESHE curriculum learning objectives and includes color photographs, key terms, and a list of objectives for each chapter Provides strong coverage of fire prevention history, along with the latest information on fire prevention research, statistics, and more