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Firefighter Leadership, 2007.
This paper explores literature pertaining to the unique leadership role within a fire department.
1,340 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The paper examines the book "First In, Last Out" by John Salka. Salka, a FDNY battalion chief, discusses managing people, coping with crises, mentoring, decision making and adjusting to change. The paper discusses the unique aspects to leading a crew of brave men who have to face flaming infernos to rescue humans and animals. They risk their own lives, while systematically remembering the technical aspects of chemical and structural hazards and utilizing technologically advanced firefighting equipment. The paper shows the responsibility of the leadership; firefighters not only have to respect their chief as a commander, they have to trust him implicitly with their lives. The paper also looks at the International Association of Fire Chiefs Officer Development Handbook.
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"Others have written books on their specific type of Fire Department responsibility, that of protecting a city from the dangers of fire and other similar hazards. Like Salka, they echo the thought that, while management training and experience is universal for leaders in most management positions, there are some unique aspects to leading a crew of brave men who have to face flaming infernos to rescue humans and kittens, risking their own lives, while systematically remembering the technical aspects of chemical and structural hazards, and utilizing technologically advanced firefighting equipment."
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Firefighter Fatalities, 2007.
This paper discusses firefighter fatalities and occupational exposure to hazardous materials or products of combustion that are not tracked or accounted for in statistics.
1,402 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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In this article, the writer disseminates the information found in a review of literature on firefighter fatalities, and then develops a research design for the collection and analysis of data relating to firefighter fatalities and, specifically, those related to exposure to toxic or combustible elements. This work seeks to positively identify causal factors that result in firefighter fatality, in the years following active-duty, caused by toxic exposure resulting in cancer or some other condition attributed to chemical or combustible toxins. The writer points out that the focus of this research is of the nature that may lend practicable measures of reducing the fatality deaths of firefighters through shielding the firefighters from being exposed to the toxic or combustible elements that cause death due to cancer and other like conditions.
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Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Research Questions
Importance of the Study
Definitions & Terms
Organization of the Study
Review of the Literature
Figure 1,2,3,4
Methodology
Limitations of the Study
Data Collection & Analysis
Bibliography
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"The questions asked in this research will include the questions of: (1) How many deaths occur each year that are directly linked to exposure of the firefighter to some toxin that results in a health problem such as cancer? (2) How many firefighters have been fatalities in the last 10 years that were incorrectly labeled as a fatality? (3) What guidelines should be set out for future reliable statistics in firefighter fatality reports? And (4) What special precautions should be required under safety requirements in order to best protect firefighters from this type of exposure resulting in fatality?"
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Firefighter Strikes, 2002.
An exploration of the history of strike action in the U.K., in terms of the Labour government and the recent firefighter strikes.
1,640 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 26 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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This paper looks at how the history of strike action stretches beyond the First World War, often linked to economic fluxes and changing conditions. It examines U.K.strike patterns and policies throughout the twentieth century and provides an analysis of the firefighter strikes which took place in the latter half of 2002. It analyses the current Government's relationship to this issue and how the various "independent bodies" are to seeking to resolve this issue. It also shows how the firefighter issues are particularly apt at present (2003) as the postal strikes continue.
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"In 1977, the Fire Brigades Unions (FBU)1 had never taken strike action; their leaders were right wing (conservative) and at that time opposed to strike over pay2. Labour was elected in 1974 on the back of the National Miners Strike, first led by Harold Wilson and then by James Callaghan. During 1977 the firefighters had no support from any left or right wing officials on the TUC general council and consequently the odds were stacked against them. However there also was an overwhelming vote for strike action. As a result of proletarian support for the strike there was a tidal wave of collections across the country in defence of the firefighters campaign. The right wing officials of the FBU and the TUC soon secured a return to work for the firefighters."
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The Life of a Firefighter, 2007.
A firefighter's personal description of his/her first emergency.
784 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 0 sources, $ 27.95
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The writer, a firefighter, describes the emergency that was the start of his/her career. The writer depicts the fire and his/her actions to extinguish the flames and rescue the inhabitants. The writer expresses his/her feelings about the father and youngest daughter who they had not managed to rescue and who did not survive.
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"In 1998, I was working as a firefighter, and on this occasion, a call came in at 4:35 am. I was then working at Station 2, Fort Walton Beach, Florida. I had not been there long, for I had just graduated from the Fire Academy. The call that morning was to a house fire with occupants, fully involved. I could see smoke from the fire station, and as we left the fire station, lights flashing, sirens blasting, the only thing I could think about was whether or not I was going to have to enter this burning house."
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Firefighter Safety, 2007.
An analysis of the events surrounding the death of firefighters in California, with particular emphasis on the tools they used.
2,637 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper addresses some of the issues and questions that have been raised about the safety of firefighters in wild-land fire situations, following the recent tragic deaths of five firefighters in southern California. It discusses some of the tools that firefighters working in wild-land fire environments are trained to use. It also discusses why some of these tools were not used in the California fire and how effective they are when they are used.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Background and Significance of This Paper
Literature Review
Procedures and Results
Discussions and Recommendations
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"The www.firehouse.com site cites statistics from the National Fire Protection Association; the NFPA gives14,900 as the number of fire department emergency vehicles that were involved in traffic accidents in 2001. The number of injuries suffered by firefighters driving their own vehicles that year was 1,325; and taken together, those two sets of accident numbers add up to 1,100 firefighter injuries that did not involve flames from the fires the firefighters were pursuing. "The statistics are alarming," the NFPA asserts, mentioning the 24 firefighters who were killed in 2001 "while responding to or returning from alarms"; 17 of those died in crashes."
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Firefighting and Carbon Monoxide, 2004.
This paper discusses the problem of carbon monoxide when fighting fires and devices that prevent the inhalation of carbon monoxide by firefighters.
1,305 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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This paper explains that, while many poisonous vapors may be present during a fire, carbon monoxide has characteristics that make it particularly dangerous because it causes oxygen deprivation. This author suggests that the solution for firefighters is a piece of equipment called a SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus), which includes a face mask, bottled air supply, a regulator to control pressure, and a harness to carry the apparatus on the firefighter?s back. The paper stresses that fire departments must replace all their breathing apparatus at once so they are standardized, and every firefighter has the same level of protection.
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"When SCBA devices were first developed, they were sold as units. Today, however, most departments buy each piece of apparatus separately. This means that each firefighter has his or her own face mask, which reduces the chance of contagious illnesses being spread because multiple users used the same mask while one of them was coming down with something. In addition, departments need to buy extra masks in case masks get damaged. They also need extra bottles, because one bottle per firefighter may not be enough air, making a bottle exchange necessary. This makes it even more important that components be compatible with one another."
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Firefighters, 2006.
An examination and discussion of the health hazards with which firefighters in North America often contend.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses health issues facing firefighters in North America, noting that they face a number of hazards, some direct in the form of the fire itself and potential accidents on the job, others indirect in the form of health conditions that might be caused by their work. Both are mitigated by precautions taken, from training to protective gear. Still, there are some hazards that can cause long-term illness if somehow the firefighter is exposed to too great an extent while on the job.
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"In North America, statistics show that the major causes of fatalities for firefighters are heart attacks and vehicular crashes. The study from 2002 showed that the largest number that year dies on a single day, 340 from the New York City Fire Department in the World Trade Center attack. The focus was on the other 99, and as in the previous seven years, fewer than half the deaths had occurred while at fires."
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Firefighting, 2006.
This paper gives an historical approach to firefighting and describes hazards encountered during operations.
1,560 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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This paper describes the early history of firefighting in America. It focuses in particular on the city of Hackensack and the formation there of a voluntary fire brigade. The paper further describes hazards that were encountered in the early days of American firefighting and today. Special emphasis is placed on the importance of the firefighters themselves understanding building structures and reporting conditions up the chain of command.
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"Although there was plenty of controversy surrounding the issue, wherein some stated that it was plain human error, and bad judgment, while some others stated that it was because of interference, or due to mechanical malfunction, the actual truth, as it was later discovered, was that the firefighters had been inadvertently transmitting their communications on a general channel, and since nobody listened to it, no one knew that they were all trapped upstairs, and therefore, no one could rescue them. Since the fact cannot be proved beyond reasonable doubt, and since not one of those firefighters in the incident came out alive, one must believe that a combination of different factors led to such grave fatalities in the firefighting department of Hackensack, in July 1, 1988, in New Jersey. (The Hackensack Fire Radio Communications Issue) "
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Firefighting, 2006.
A look at how firefighting has changed throughout history.
2,022 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper details how firefighting has changed in America since the first settlements nearly four hundred years ago. The paper explains that, while the goal of firefighting has remained the same, the scope of firefighting has changed drastically and now includes fire prevention, public education, rescue calls and safety inspections. The paper also looks at the progression of paid fire departments and volunteer departments and examines how both types of departments have evolved over time.
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"Fire codes of various degrees have been in this country since the early days of the settlement of Massachusetts, when it was determined that "no man shall build his chimney with wood, nor cover his house with thatch." As more materials, conditions, and building materials began to be recognized as fire hazards, more fire laws were adopted. During the late 1800s and early 1900s, there was a proliferation of fires in cities, as manufacturing facilities became more common and housed flammable materials. Fire codes became more popular and widespread. In this area the adoption of fire codes did not depend upon whether the units called to fires were volunteer or paid forces. In September of 1887 the county seat burned with nearly half of the town's structures destroyed or damaged. Although prior to this some initiatives had begun to establish fire protection ordinances, this fire was the impetus for a county wide move to establish a uniform fire code both for building construction and fire protection of existing buildings. Over the next several decades, portions of the fire code were adopted and enforced. By the time the county hired paid firefighters in the early 1960s, the code was quite extensive and encompassed all of the major areas of concern. Both departments adhere to the safety requirements of the fire code and conduct safety inspections based upon its requirements."
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New York City's Firefighting History, 2002.
A history of firefighting in New York City starting from 1648 until today.
1,625 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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The paper records the establishment of the first firefighting unit in New Amsterdam consisting of four men and their buckets and explains their roles and duties. It explains the expansion of this group to include night watchmen called Prowlers. The paper describes the first two fire engines that the city employed and the establishment of the volunteer ?Fire Department of the City of New York". The paper details how the department continued to expand and progress and how additional firefighting systems and tools were implemented over time in order to serve and protect the residents of New York City. The paper concludes with a description of the role played by firefighters when terrorists destroyed the Twin Towers on September 11.
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"In order to combat the major problem of ?rowdyism? at fire scenes, and to prevent persons who were not firemen from entering the fire lines, in 1855 the Common Council designed a badge to be conspicuously displayed by every fireman while on duty. The firemen were then required by law to wear their badges. Each badge was made of metal and bore a number to be kept in the fire department?s records as a means of identifying owner (Journal)."
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Firefighters and Skyscrapers, 2004.
An overview of firefighters concerns over the design and construction of high-rise buildings.
2,310 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper attempts to examine why firefighters have voiced concerns regarding the ever-increasing size of skyscrapers. In particular, it looks at how, when the World Trade Centre Twin Towers, which were at the time two of the world's tallest buildings, were completely destroyed by a terrorist attack on September 11, 2001, the event should have raised enough doubt and questions about the future of high-rise safety to put an end to the construction of skyscrapers; yet, after September 11th, the world?s demand for newer and taller structures continued to dramatically increase.
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Table of Content
Introduction
Twin Towers of New York
Building Construction Trends
Truss Construction
Firefighters Structural Analysis
Conclusion
Bibliography
Appendix A
Appendix B
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"The steel trusses that supported the flooring either melted or simply buckled which in turn released each upper floor down on the next below it and eventually falling completely to the ground. In other words, as the trusses failed, the concrete-slab floors literally plunged downward. When the two jets struck the buildings, the fact that they hit near the towers? tops, the weight of the floors became a force the buildings could not withstand. Although the towers went up easily utilizing these techniques, they were also the eventual cause of the buildings quick demise. The Twin Towers? radically different structural design created a situation where the load-bearing walls simply could not support the weight of the floors."
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Health Hazards for Firefighters, 2006.
An analysis of the health hazards that firefighters face, as well as the management of these risks.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, $ 53.95
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This is a short paper that discusses the hazards and the short and long term effects of exposure to fire for firefighters. The paper highlights the statistics on death among firefighters, as well as the chemical and physical factors associated with the risks. The paper also discusses the management of these risk factors, along with citing various recommendations and health safety initiatives that are being taken.
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"Health Hazards for Firefighters In the United States, there are only 210,000 paid firefighters; an additional 1 million maintain volunteer status ("Fire Fighter Fatality," 2000). While many individuals may believe the greatest risk to firefighters is getting burned by the fire itself or falling through a roof or weak flooring, fire fighters die from heart attacks at a rate significantly higher than the general population ("Fire Fighter Fatality," 2000; Mitchell, 2001; "Responder Group," 2005). All firefighters, however, are exposed to significantly greater health hazards than the general population. This is a short paper on the short and long-term effects of exposure. Statistics on death among firefighters are highlighted, as are the chemical and physical factors associated with risks. The management of these risk factors is also discussed along with citing various recommendations and health safety initiatives that are being taken."
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The Importance of Firefighting, 2002.
A look at the benefits and relief of firefighting for society.
1,490 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 4 sources, $ 49.95
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This paper examines the importance of firefighting and the benefits thereof. The author looks at fire prevention schemes, the importance of creating safe working environments as to prevent fires and the type of actions a person can take to prevent accidents.
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"Even if we did not believe in the importance of firefighting and fire-safety tips before Sept. 11, we are all certainly aware of them now. While it is possible that nothing could have been done to save those who perished at the Pentagon and the World Trade Centers ? in addition to what in fact was done ? in many fires appropriate action both before and during a fire can save lives, prevent or reduce injuries, and save property."
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Heat Acclimation for Wildland Firefighters, 2002.
A research proposal to prove that firefighters go through unnecessary heat acclimation training.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper provides the outline for a full research document exploring heat acclimation training for firefighters. This paper provides the outlines for the abstract, introduction, literature review and methodology sections. The paper takes the position that heat acclimation is dangerous because is stresses the body needlessly and other, safer, alternatives are available.
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Firefighters of America, 2006.
This paper examines the various differences and similarities between paid and volunteer firefighters in the United States.
1,774 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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The writer of this paper details the workings of a paid fire department compared to a volunteer based unit. This paper cites the vast differences in entrance requirements, certification, physical training and hiring procedures in both organizations. This paper also discusses many of the positive aspects of volunteer firefighters as well as the dangers and risks involved in employing untrained volunteers who lack the formal training required of their paid counterparts.
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"Both types of departments also generally require obtaining a Basic Emergency Medical Technician license, including defibrillator training and certification. For paid firefighters, it is generally expected that firefighters will have this licensure upon hire; volunteers are generally given approximately 24 months from their date of selection. Moreover, both types of departments expect firefighters to satisfactorily complete the Drivers Training Certification, which grants authorization to drive fire department apparatus. This certification is usually granted by the chief of the department, and is usually required during the probationary period."
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