A Study Of The Relationship Of The National Fire Academy To The Fire Related Education Programs In Colleges And Universities

February issue includes Appendix entitled Directory of United States Government periodicals and subscription publications; September issue includes List of depository libraries; June and December issues include semiannual index

A must-have guide for current and future safety professionals, the third edition of this practical handbook presents the key elements of an effective fire safety management program; explains the types and functions of fire control equipment; discusses the identification and control of hazardous materials; identifies safety organizations and available resources for fire service programs; describes commonly installed fire detection systems and their maintenance and inspection; and includes learning objectives, case studies, updated codes and standards, and information about emergency response and school fire safety planning.

Provides descriptive information concerning fire service degree programs offered at two-year and four-year accredited institutions and identifies the perceptions fire service degree program coordinators/directors hold concerning current and future issues affecting their programs. The information collected as part of the study can be used in a variety of ways from benchmarking among fire service degree programs to assistance and support with policy formation at the local, state, and federal level.