Wildland Firefighting Practices

This well-illustrated book describes in detail all aspects of wildland firefighting. Written in a clear, “how-to” style by a seasoned fire officer, it provides a comprehensive explanation of all the skills a firefighter needs to operate effectively against any type of wildland blaze. Step-by-step photographs of actual operations make it easy for the user to understand the material; illustrations and graphs reinforce the learning process. This book leaves readers with a complete understanding of the challenges they will face – and with the skills and confidence to meet the challenges of being a wildland firefighter.