Publisher's Synopsis
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 panelsScaffoldingCranes and their useModular construction using stacked shipping containersLight-weight wood-frame constructionFire escapes and stair designCross-laminated timber and heavy timber constructionMethods of protecting steel against fireNew "green" materials and methods such as hempcrete and biofiltersStructural wall framing systems with insulated studsAir-supported structures for sporting eventsMassive single-structure lightweight wood frame apartment buildingsFirefighting recommendations in lightweight wood frame residential buildingsBuilding construction and its relationship to flow pathHistorical perspective on fire resistance testing and its shortcomingsRoofing material testsSafety issues of post-fire investigation of significantly damaged/collapsed buildingsScenario-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.
