Best Fire Engineering Books
Are you looking for your next fire engineering book? For you, here's a curation of 5 of the best fire engineering books of all time. Each book has a summary and key takeaways to help you decide which one to read next.
Fire Engineering's Handbook for Firefighter I&II, 2019 Update
Glenn Corbett5.00/5- 2019FirefightingSafetyProfessional DevelopmentThis handbook is essential for both aspiring and seasoned firefighters for its broad coverage of fire service essentials, from basic attack techniques and safety to complex building construction considerations.This comprehensive handbook is aligned with the 2019 NFPA Standards 1001, offering a foundational guide from fire service history to advanced firefighting tactics. Edited by Glenn Corbett, it consolidates practical, real-world, time-tested knowledge and skills from over 40 experienced authors.Read summaryHigh-Rise Buildings: Understanding the Vertical Challenges
Jerry Tracy,Jack J. Murphy,James J. Murtagh4.50/5- 2023Fire SafetyHigh-Rise ManagementStrategic PlanningCrucial for professionals involved with high-rise structures, this book provides strategic approaches to managing complex fire safety challenges in vertical environments.This guidebook by Jerry Tracy, Jack J. Murphy, and James J. Murtagh offers in-depth insights into managing and responding to challenges in high-rise buildings, emphasizing cognitive command and case studies from notable high-rise fire incidents.Read summarySFPE Handbook of Fire Protection Engineering, 5th Edition
Multiple Contributors5.00/5- 2016Fire Protection EngineeringSafety Systems DesignRisk ManagementThis handbook is crucial for professionals and students in fire protection engineering for its extensive coverage of both theoretical and practical aspects of fire safety.The SFPE Handbook is a comprehensive resource that covers the fundamentals of fire protection engineering, fire dynamics, risk analysis, and fire safety systems design. It is authored by over 130 experts and includes new chapters on human behavior in fire and industrial fire protection.Read summaryIncident Management for the Street-Smart Fire Officer
John F. Coleman4.42/5- 2001Firefighting TacticsEmergency ManagementLeadershipRecommended for fire officers and commanders, this guide emphasizes practical skills for managing complex fire incidents and improving team performance under pressure.This book by John F. Coleman provides practical insights and strategies for effective incident management, focusing on leadership and decision-making in emergency situations.Read summaryFire Safety Engineering Design of Structures
John A Purkiss,Long-Yuan Li4.40/5- 2007Structural EngineeringFire Safety DesignRisk AssessmentIdeal for engineers and architects, this text bridges the gap between fire safety theory and its application in structural design, focusing on ensuring building resilience against fires.John A Purkiss and Long-Yuan Li's book provides a detailed framework for designing structures with optimal fire safety. It includes critical methodologies for assessing fire performance and structural integrity during fires.Read summary
