Families should know what to do if a fire breaks out, but first they should also know about fire prevention. Because cooking is the leading cause of fires in the U.S, kitchen fire safety is a priority. Families should be aware of other hazards like old electrical cords or lit candles, and every household should have a fire escape plan. This essential volume teaches readers that firefighters are experts on fire prevention and safety and are always ready to help. Colorful photographs help readers make connections to the text.

Describes the work of a firefighter, and discusses the education and training needed to become a firefighter.

The author, the second of three generations of firefighters and having served over 30 years in various fire departments, shares his personal and professional turning points that define a firefighting career.

In the first intstallment of the Dragon Safety Series, a dragon’s flame-filled tea party turns into a rhyming and reassuring lesson in fire safety.

Readers will find that this book is more than a collection of 156 fire service editorial cartoons. Paul Combs is a gifted artist who uses his talent as a tool to express his passion for making a difference in the fire service, the greatest job in the world.

John Norman has updated his best-selling book, a guide for the firefighter and fire officer who, having learned the basic mechanics of the trade, are looking for specific methods for handling specific situations. In this new fourth edition, readers will find a new chapter on lightweight construction, a new chapter on electrical fires and emergencies, updates to many chapters including such topics as wind-driven fires, and many new illustrations.

It’s an exciting day for the children in Tulip Class. “We are going on a very special trip to the fire station!” Come along as the children meet Charlie, who shows them just what it takes to be a firefighter. Download the full eBook and explore supporting teaching materials at www.twinkl.com/originals Join Twinkl Book Club to receive printed story books every half-term at www.twinkl.co.uk/book-club (UK only).

Readers learn the most important rules for being safe in case of a fire. Accurate photographs and straightforward, simple text describe how to practice a fire drill.

Explains what doctors do and how they spend their days.

This version includes all 21 chapters of Essentials of Fire Fighting, 6th Edition and adds three chapters written and validated to meet the emergency medical and hazardous materials requirements of NFPA® 1001, 2013 Edition. Chapter 22 specifically addresses the Firefighter I and Firefighter II knowledge and skills requirements for the emergency medical care competencies identified in NFPA® 1001, 2013 Edition Chapter 4. Chapters 23 and 24 meet the First Responder Awareness and Operations Levels for Responders according to NFPA® 472: Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents, 2012 Edition and OSHA 1910.120. The chapters also provide validated content to meet Section 6.6, Mission-Specific Competencies: Product Control, of NFPA® 472. The hazardous materials information is adapted from the IFSTA Hazardous Materials for First Responders, 4th Edition.