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.
Plans Examiner for Fire and Emergency Services, Second Edition Manual and Blueprints Package
New $86.27 to $95
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. The blueprints 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.
Fire Department Incident Safety Officer, Third Edition Manual
New $110
This manual prepares aspiring and current incident safety officers (ISOs) to meet and exceed the specific job requirements outlined in Chapter 5 of NFPA 1521: Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer Professional Qualifications, 2020 Edition.
Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, Third Edition Manual
New $80.33 to $94.50
The new editions of IFSTA’s fire apparatus driver/operator training materials mark a new approach to training driver/operators. The Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, Thfive5 chapters relevant to aerial apparatus. Personnel on departments that operate both types of apparatus now only need one manual and one curriculum for training.
Fire Service Technical Search and Rescue, Eighth Edition Manual E-book
New $71.91
This manual is a primary training text for Level I Rescuers, presenting the knowledge and skills for fire service search and technical rescue for Level I Rescuers to safely and effectively conduct Operations-level rescues as defined in NFPA 1006. It also supports the corresponding chapters of NFPA 1670, Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents (2014 Edition).
Command and Control: ICS, Strategy Development, and Tactical Selections, Book 2, Second Edition Manual
New $75.74 to $89.10
This book details the basic processes that apply to all incidents as well as some of the specific procedures necessary to make effective decisions at certain common occupancies. It covers incident scene decision-making in depth, presenting the two current and successful methodologies for making emergency decisions.
Fire Officer Principles and Practice, Enhanced Fourth Edition Manual
New $105
This manual covers the entire spectrum of the 2014 Edition of NFPA 1021: Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications.
Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting, Sixth Edition Manual
New $71.91 to $84.60
Airport firefighters, airport driver operators, and airport crew chiefs will use this text to meet the most current NFPA, FARs and ICAO requirements. This manual provides the information firefighters need to effectively perform the tasks for aircraft rescue and fire fighting and to complete airport firefighter certification.
Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator, Third Edition Handbook and Exam Prep Package
New $106.11
Save when you purchase the Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator, Third Edition Handbook and Exam Prep Package.
Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator, Third Edition Manual E-book
New $80.33
The new editions of these best-selling IFSTA fire apparatus driver/operator training materials mark a new approach to training driver/operators.
Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator, Third Edition Exam Prep
New $28.80
Prepare for firefighter certification with comprehensive exam prep, featuring 953 questions from the "Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator" handbook.
Fire and Emergency Services Safety Officer, Second Edition Manual
New $64 to $76.50
Editor’s note
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Command and Control: ICS, Strategy Development, and Tactical Selections, Book 1, Second Edition Manual
New $70.38 to $82.80
This book covers incident scene decision-making in depth; provides techniques to enhance a firefighter's ability to make rapid, correct decisions based on knowledge of various types of occupancies; and addresses the development of strategy and tactics and the size-up process.
Fire Prevention Applications for Company Officers, 1st Edition Manual E-book
New $76.73
This manual blends current and timely philosophical aspects of fire prevention and mitigation with technical inspection details to help a full-time or volunteer officer in accomplishing basic level inspections in a variety of occupancies.
Marine Fire Fighting for Land-Based Firefighters, Second Edition Manual E-book
New $78.08
This manual prepares firefighters and emergency responders to meet the Marine Fire Fighter I and Marine Fire Fighter II training and certification requirements of NFPA 1005 – 2007 Edition. It provides the training, knowledge, technical information, and reference materials necessary for the safe and effective management of marine fire incidents; describes the roles and responsibilities of the vessel's crew, emergency responders, and other agencies; and details the concept and implementation of a unified commander structure within an incident management system.
Structural Fire Fighting: Truck Company Skills and Tactics, Second Edition Manual E-book
New $73.63
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available for purchase as an e-book.
If needed, see the MU Fire and Rescue Training Institute extpubs@missouri.edu for instructions.
The Sourcebook for Fire Company Training Evolutions, Third Edition Manual E-book
New $72.45
Busy fire instructors and training officers who struggle to arrange and prepare weekly or monthly training drills will appreciate this text as it has 75 training sessions completely prepared and ready for implementation. Training sessions include basic firefighter skills, driver/operator skills, activities for inclement weather, company evolutions, and competitive, yet useful, exercises.
The Mental Aspects of Performance for Firefighters and Fire Officers (The M.A.P.), Second Edition Manual
New $57.15
This book helps firefighters and fire officers learn about specific keys to successful performance, goal setting, situation-evaluation training, mental discipline, sensory-enhancement education, and more. It is full of information, skills, exercises, and tools designed to help develop and maintain the psychological and emotional muscles required to sustain long and successful careers.