This guide was originally published in three parts forming the first authoritative, comprehensive and accessible guidance for dust explosion prevention and protection published in the UK. Now under one cover, this revised edition incorporates new research and information, particularly in relation to containment and venting of dust explosions, and stands on its own as a … >>

The use of polymers is restricted by their flammability- they may indeed initiate or propagate fire. Fire Retardancy of Polymers focuses on mineral additives from either micro- or nano-composites for application in fire retardants. With the use of fire retardant additives containing halogen or phosphorus compounds in decline, the need for other systems is evident. … >>

A great deal of recent research has focused on the relationship between nurse staffing and patient outcomes, while little addresses the nursing work environment. Quality Work Environments for Nurse and Patient Safety seeks to bridge this research gap by presenting a comprehensive, critical review and analysis of the literature for the ten variables that impact … >>

Fire Dynamics is Brady’sfirst edition textwritten to the FESHE baccalaureate curriculum that is a resource for all fire service professionals from the student to the fire investigator. With fourteen chapters and FESHE and NFPA references and guidelines throughout, the text provides a comprehensive approach to fire dynamics with the latest research and experiments from real … >>

Wildfires are an awe-inspiring natural phenomenon that have shaped North America’s landscapes since the dawn

Computer Applications in Fire Protection Engineering, Volume III in this important new series is comprised of a number of papers which have been assembled to address such current issues as model limits and reliability, emerging expert systems and integrated gas and solid phase combustion simulation models.

Taking the California Firefighter Exam! Give yourself the Exclusive LearningExpress Advantage Competition for top jobs in firefighting today is tough. You need all the advantages you can get. That’s why LearningExpress has created this easy-to-use guide exclusively to prepare you for taking the test and winning a fire-fighter job in your location in California. Only … >>

Whether you’re a new officer or in need of a mentor, From Buddy to Boss: Effective Fire Service Leadership, is a must-have management book you’ll turn to over and over again. Fire service veteran Chase Sargent has taken his popular course and written a no-holds barred leadership book for the fire service in a conversational … >>

A guide to fire safety engineering for the novice and a reference source for experienced practitioners. Describes key topics and highlights the issues that must be considered at the design stage and by fire safety enforcers.