- Author
- Cote, A. E. | Grant, C. C. | Hall, J. R., Jr. | Solomon, R. E. | Powell, P. A.
- Title
- Fire Protection Handbook, 20th Edition.
- Report
- Volume 1; NFPA FPH2008,
- Book or Conf
- Fire Protection Handbook, 20th Edition. Volume 1 and Volume 2., National Fire Protection Assoc., Quincy, MA, Cote, A. E.; Grant, C. C.; Hall, J. R., Jr.; Solomon, R. E.; Powell, P. A., Editors, 3,500 p., 2008
- Keywords
- fire protection | fire research | fire science | human factors engineering | fire safety | life safety | education | storage | materials handling | fire prevention | emergencies | fire departments | response time | fire detection | fire alarm systems | water supply | fixed fire protection | fire suppression | fire extinguishers | transportation
- Identifiers
- safety in the built environment; basics of fire and fire science; information and analysis for fire protection; human factors in emergencies; fire and life safety education; characteristics of materials and products; storage and handling of materials; special equipment; processes and facilities; building services; fire prevention practices; non-emergency fire department functions; organizing for public sector emergency response; water supplies for fixed fire protection; water-based fire suppression equipment; confining fires; structural fire protection; protecting occupancies
- Abstract
- In a field as wide ranging and dynamic as fire protection, staying current with the latest research, technology, and safety practices is as challenging as it is essential. The fully updated, new 20th edition FPH (TM) provides state-of-the-art, in-depth coverage of every aspect of fire protection so you can eliminate knowledge gaps, avoid errors, and maintain your competitive edge. (*) Two volumes with 3,500 pages cover the total spectrum of fire protection issues. (*) 211 chapters, including 25 that are brand new to this edition, reflect the latest knowledge and tactics. (*) 254 leading authorities provide answers and solutions on demand. (*) Thousands of visuals-- including 500 added photos, tables, charts, illustrations, and diagrams--aid comprehension.