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Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service includes Navigate Advantage Access

By: Glenn P. Corbett,Francis L. Brannigan

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Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service includes Navigate Advantage Access

By: Glenn P. Corbett,Francis L. Brannigan

In 1971, Francis L. Brannigan created Building Construction for the Fire Service, a groundbreaking resource offering the most comprehensive knowledge of building construction available to fire fighters. With his dedication to fire fighter safety and saving lives, the legacy of Frank Brannigan continues with the sixth edition of Brannigan’s Building Construction for the Fire Service. The Sixth Edition meets and exceeds the National Fire Academy’s Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) course objectives and outcomes for the Associate’s Core-Level course called Building Construction for Fire Protection (C0275). Brannigan’s Building Construction for the Fire Service, Sixth Edition is an integral resource for fire officers, instructors, those studying for promotion, individuals taking civil service examinations, fire science students, and both current and prospective fire fighters. It is part of an integrated teaching and learning system that combines dynamic features and content to support instructors and to help prepare students for their career in firefighting. This new edition features: Chapter 7 Non-Fire Building Systems (new) describes several categories of non-fire systems in buildings, including electrical systems, plumbing systems, conveyances, refrigeration systems, and Ventilation (HVAC) systems, in addition to the hazards the systems pose for fire fighters. New or expanded content on: Aluminum-clad polyethylene panels Scaffolding Cranes and their use Modular construction using stacked shipping containers Light-weight wood-frame construction Fire escapes and stair design Cross-laminated timber and heavy timber construction Methods of protecting steel against fire New “green” materials and methods such as hempcrete and biofilters Structural wall framing systems with insulated studs Air-supported structures for sporting events Massive single-structure lightweight wood frame apartment buildings Firefighting recommendations in lightweight wood frame residential buildings Building construction and its relationship to flow path Historical perspective on fire resistance testing and its shortcomings Roofing material tests Safety issues of post-fire investigation of significantly damaged/collapsed buildings Scenario-Based Learning. Case Studies are found at the beginning and end of each chapter to encourage and foster critical-thinking skills. Tactical Considerations. This feature offers suggestions for firefighting, safety concerns, and related additional material for application on the fireground. Wrap-Up. Chapter Summaries, Key Terms, Challenging Questions, and Suggesting Readings promote comprehension and mastery of course objectives and outcomes.

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Building Construction for the Fire Service

By: Francis L. Brannigan

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Building Construction for the Fire Service

By: Francis L. Brannigan

Protect against the life-threatening dangers of building collapse! Brannigan's book can save your life! Extensively updated, revised, and expanded, this 3rd edition text shows you how to recognize the signs of building collapse before it happens--so you can get out while there's still time. You'll be informed about critical topics such as: The toxic combustion products of vermin- and moisture-resistant treated wood The outcome of multi-million-dollar lawsuits involving some fire-retardant treated plywood The total collapse hazard to post-tensioned concrete buildings under construction The dynamics of the "stack effect", and more! Photographs and illustrations help you visualize key concepts, so you can spot dangers on the job. A "must" for fire fighters, engineers, and all those concerned with building collapse, this book gives you the facts you need to avoid construction hazards. Work smart... order today!

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0763748854

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Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service

By: Francis Brannigan,Glenn Corbett

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By: Francis Brannigan,Glenn Corbett

Brannigan’s Building Construction for the Fire Service, Fourth Edition is a must read for fire fighters, prospective fire fighters, and fire science students. This edition continues the Brannigan tradition of using plain language to describe technical information about different building types and their unique hazards. This text ensures that critical fire fighting information is easy-to-understand and gives valuable experience to fire fighters before stepping onto the fireground. The first edition of Building Construction for the Fire Service was published in 1971. Frank Brannigan was compelled to write the most comprehensive building construction text for the fire service so that he could save fire fighters’ lives. His passion for detail and extensive practical experience helped him to develop the most popular text on the market. His motto of: “Know your buildings,” informs every aspect of this new edition of the text. Listen to a Podcast with Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service, Fourth Edition co-author Glenn Corbett to learn more about this training program! Glenn discusses his relationship with the late Frank Brannigan, the dangers of heavy construction timber, occupancy specific hazards, and other areas of emphasis within the Fourth Edition. To listen now, visit: http://d2jw81rkebrcvk.cloudfront.net/assets.multimedia/audio/Building_Construction.mp3.

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0763778028

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Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service, Student Workbook

By: Francis L. Brannigan,Glenn P. Corbett

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Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service, Student Workbook

By: Francis L. Brannigan,Glenn P. Corbett

This Resource Is Designed To Encourage Critical Thinking And Aid Comprehension Of The Course Material Through: Case Studies And Corresponding Questions Figure Labeling Exercises Matching, Fill-In-The-Blank, Short Answer, And Multiple-Choice Questions

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Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service includes Navigate Advantage Access

By: Glenn P. Corbett,Francis L. Brannigan

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Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service includes Navigate Advantage Access

Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service includes Navigate Advantage Access

Building Construction for the Fire Service

Building Construction for the Fire Service

Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service

Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service

Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service, Student Workbook

Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service, Student Workbook

Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service includes Navigate Advantage Access

Brannigan's Building Construction for the Fire Service includes Navigate Advantage Access

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