The following publications cover topics related to MU Fire and Rescue Training Institute (FRTI). For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Leadership for the Wildland Fire Officer: Leading in a Dangerous Profession, Second Edition Manual
New $69 to $81.90
This manual addresses various supervisory and leadership positions of wildland firefighting outlined by the National Wildfire Coordinators Group (NWCG). Chapters 1–5 are an excellent tool for any current or future leader in fire service. Chapters 6–9 deal with the situational and tactical processes a wildland fire officer faces daily. Following Chapter 9 is an addendum containing 15 after-action reports of “Fires We Should Not Forget” as well as the lesson learned from each fire.
Marine Fire Fighting for Land-Based Firefighters, Third Edition Manual
New $74.21 to $87.30
The purpose of this manual is to provide land-based (shoreside) fire service personnel with the training, knowledge, technical information, and reference materials necessary for the safe and effective management of marine fire incidents. The content of this manual is written to meet the job performance requirements of NFPA 1005, the National Fire Protection Association’s Standard for Professional Qualifications for Marine Fire Fighting for Land-Based Fire Fighters, 2019 Edition.
Chief Officer, Fourth Edition Manual
New from $68.85 to $81
This manual aims to provide the knowledge and skills base for Fire Officer III and IV candidates that is required by the NFPA 1021 job performance requirements. The text provides students with information about a chief officer's responsibility to supervise, manage, and administer fire and emergency services organizations.
Chief Officer, Fourth Edition Exam Prep
New $27.90
This Exam Prep is designed to be used as a self-study tool for students to prepare for comprehensive end of course tests and the written portion of a certification exam. It contains more than 500 multiple choice questions based on the Chief Officer, Fourth Edition Manual.
Fire and Emergency Services Company Officer, Sixth Edition Manual
New $71.15 to $83.70
This manual provides emergency services personnel with skills needed to reach the performance requirements of NFPA 1021. The text is written for Level I and Level II fire officers and fire officer candidates. Its goal is to provide candidates and current company officers with the knowledge needed to develop safe, efficient and effective leadership skills.
Chief Officer, Fourth Edition Manual and Exam Prep Package
New $93.76
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The following abstract describes a package that is available for purchase in print.
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Rapid Intervention Teams, Second Edition Manual
New $61.97 to $72.90
This manual presents the purpose of a rapid intervention team (RIT) program and how to implement one in an emergency response organization. It serves as a guide to the regulations and standards that apply to RIT including information from NFPA 1407 related to training and operational concepts.
Live Fire Training Principles and Practice, Second Edition Manual
New $110
This manual provides a definitive guide on how to ensure safe and realistic live fire training for both students and instructors. It addresses all the requirements for NFPA 1403, Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions, 2018 Edition.
Fire Service Hydraulics and Water Supply, Third Edition Manual
New $84.15 to $99
This manual covers the basics of water and water flow, theoretical and practical methods of determining water flow and pressure loss, types of pumps and fire apparatus used to move water, relay pumping operations, fire pump testing, and effectively supplying sprinkler and standpipe systems. It also discusses recent research on updating friction loss coefficients for the modern fire hose.
Facility Fire Brigades, 2nd Edition Manual E-book
New $80.33
The manual assists management and safety professionals in commercial and industrial occupancies with compliance to applicable laws and regulations regarding training and management of fire brigades. Trainees and instructors will find benefit in using the 144 skill sheets to meet the JPRs specified by NFPA 600, Standard on Facility Fire Brigades, (2015) and OSHA regulations in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910.
A Tribute to the Fire Service of Missouri
New $25
Read entertaining and informative stories about the Firefighters Service in Missouri.
Ground Cover Fire Fighting for Structural Firefighters, First Edition Manual
New $58.91 to $68
This manual is for emergency responders who encounter fast-moving fires that are commonly referred to as ground cover fires or brush fires, as opposed to forest or wildland fires. This book combines information from three trusted sources, the U.S. Forest Service, the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The information in this manual presents organized, safe, and effective responses to ground cover fires.
Firefighter’s Handbook on Wildland Firefighting Strategy, Tactics and Safety, Fourth Edition Manual E-book
New $65.60
Comprehensive guide on wildland firefighting strategies, safety, and tactics, updated to meet current NFPA and NWCG standards for fire personnel.
Essentials of Fire Fighting, Seventh Edition Manual and Exam Prep Package
New $111.78
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Essentials of Fire Fighting, Seventh Edition Manual
New $82.62 to $97.20
This all new seventh edition Essentials of Fire Fighting manual meets all of the NFPA 1001, 2019 JPRs and is the complete source for firefighter recruit and refresher training.
Essentials of Fire Fighting, Seventh Edition Course Workbook
New $37.80
This workbook is for the student to review the material in each chapter, to support classroom and online instruction. It is ideal for homework assignments. The workbook includes more than 3,000 questions and activities covering all 27 chapters of Essentials 7.
Fire and Emergency Services Instructor, Ninth Edition Manual
New $71.15 to $83.70
A safe and effective fire service must have capable instructors delivering effective training. This manual is the IFSTA source for instructor training. This text includes all NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications, (2019) Levels I, II and III JPRs.
Occupational Safety, Health, and Wellness, Fourth Edition Manual
New $72.68 to $85.50
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available for purchase in print or as an e-book.
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Company Officer's Handbook, First Edition
New $78.30
The thirteen chapters are accompanied by a glossary, a list of training references and an index to make finding individual topics quick and easy. The author has prepared this handbook to assist company officers who are beginning their careers with need to know information in one book. He also prepared this book for all company officers who strive every day to be a better officer.
Essentials of Fire Fighting, Seventh Edition Manual and Course Workbook Package
New $115
Save when you purchase the Essentials of Fire Fighting, Seventh Edition Manual and Course Workbook Package.
Principles of Vehicle Extrication, Fourth Edition Manual E-book
New $67.05
This manual meets NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical Rescuer Professional Qualifications, 2017 Edition, Chapter 8, Vehicle Rescue. This edition provides rescue personnel with techniques, skills and equipment available for the safe and effective extrication of victims trapped in vehicles and related machinery.
Fire Prevention Applications, Second edition Manual
New $69.62 to $82
This NEW updated text presents fire prevention methods for comprehensive risk reduction strategies in detail. Community coalition building to solve present-day community risk challenges is emphasized.
Plans Examiner Blueprints
New $39.60
These blueprints are designed to support the information in the Plans Examiner for Fire and Emergency Services, Second Edition Manual. They are referenced in various locations throughout the manual and intended to provide the student with an example of what they will encounter when performing the tasks of a plans examiner.
Plans Examiner for Fire and Emergency Services, Second Edition Manual
New $58.91 to $69.30
This manual is for fire department staff and others who review plans for compliance with fire and building codes to ensure public safety in the built environment. Its content is appropriate for any plan examiners in fire prevention divisions, fire marshal bureaus, building departments and community risk reduction organizations.
Fire Protection, Detection, and Suppression Systems, Fifth Edition Manual
New $75.74 to $89.10
The purpose of this manual is to familiarize fire service members and other interested personnel with the components, design, maintenance, operation, testing and inspection of common fire protection, detection and suppression systems. The scope of this manual is to provide up-to-date information on fire protection, detection and suppression systems.