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Improvised Weapons & Munitions – U.S. Army Ultimate Handbook

de U.S. Department of the Army ...

Originally created as a U.S. Army Technical Manual, this ebook provides detailed explanation of manufacturing munitions from seemingly innocuous locally available materials. Primarily intended to increase the potential of Special Forces and guerrilla troops, "Improvised Munitions Handbook" represents perfect reading for all arms enthusiasts, as well as civilians considering their safety. This ... Leer más

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Originally created as a U.S. Army Technical Manual, this ebook provides detailed explanation of manufacturing munitions from seemingly innocuous locally available materials. Primarily intended to increase the potential of Special Forces and guerrilla troops, "Improvised Munitions Handbook" represents perfect reading for all arms enthusiasts, as well as civilians considering their safety. This
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3000 Degrees

The True Story of a Deadly Fire and the Men Who Fought It

de Sean Flynn ...

The unforgettable and heartbreaking true story of the firemen who bravely fought "the perfect fire". ... Leer más

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The unforgettable and heartbreaking true story of the firemen who bravely fought "the perfect fire".
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Science of Societal Safety

Living at Times of Risks and Disasters

Edición de Seiji Abe, Mamoru Ozawa, Yoshiaki Kawata ...

Series Libro 2 - Trust
This open access book covers comprehensive but fundamental principles and concepts of disaster and accident prevention and mitigation, countermeasures, and recovery from disasters or accidents including treatment and care of the victims. Safety and security problems in our society involve not only engineering but also social, legal, economic, cultural, and psychological issues. The enhancement ... Leer más

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This open access book covers comprehensive but fundamental principles and concepts of disaster and accident prevention and mitigation, countermeasures, and recovery from disasters or accidents including treatment and care of the victims. Safety and security problems in our society involve not only engineering but also social, legal, economic, cultural, and psychological issues. The enhancement
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Norman Hall's Firefighter Exam Preparation Book

de Norman Hall ...

Guaranteed Top Scores on Your Firefighter's Exam!Want to be a firefighter? Do you know what is involved in taking the exam? Don't take a chance at failing a test you could ace--learn from the expert, Norman Hall.For more than a decade, Norman Hall's Firefighter Exam Preparation Book has been the #1 test preparation book for prospective firefighters. Back by popular demand, Norman Hall has ... Leer más

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Guaranteed Top Scores on Your Firefighter's Exam!Want to be a firefighter? Do you know what is involved in taking the exam? Don't take a chance at failing a test you could ace--learn from the expert, Norman Hall.For more than a decade, Norman Hall's Firefighter Exam Preparation Book has been the #1 test preparation book for prospective firefighters. Back by popular demand, Norman Hall has
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Jumping Fire

A Smokejumper's Memoir of Fighting Wildfire

de Murry A. Taylor ...

This "terrifying, grimly funny" memoir about fighting forest fires in Alaska offers "an affectionate portrait of a fraternity of daredevils" ( The New Yorker).A Los Angeles Times Best Book of the YearFighting fires since 1965, legendary smokejumper Murry A. Taylor finally hung up his chute after the summer of 2000—the worst fire season in more than fifty years. In Jumping Fire, Taylor recounts in ... Leer más

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This "terrifying, grimly funny" memoir about fighting forest fires in Alaska offers "an affectionate portrait of a fraternity of daredevils" ( The New Yorker).A Los Angeles Times Best Book of the YearFighting fires since 1965, legendary smokejumper Murry A. Taylor finally hung up his chute after the summer of 2000—the worst fire season in more than fifty years. In Jumping Fire, Taylor recounts in
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The Rocket Powered Oven

how to build your own super-efficient cooker

de Tim Barker ...

Learn the fundamentals of rocket stove design that powers the oven, and choose between one of two designs to build. A Black Oven, which reuses an existing gas or electric oven and a White Oven, which can be made using 2 x 200lt (44 gal) drums. Most materials required for the build are cheap and can be easily found. In fact, you may have some of them laying around your home, just crying out to be ... Leer más

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Learn the fundamentals of rocket stove design that powers the oven, and choose between one of two designs to build. A Black Oven, which reuses an existing gas or electric oven and a White Oven, which can be made using 2 x 200lt (44 gal) drums. Most materials required for the build are cheap and can be easily found. In fact, you may have some of them laying around your home, just crying out to be
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FIRETEAM™ Firefighter Exam Review Guide

de Lewis Morris ...

Learn how to pass the FIRETEAM™ Firefighter Exam and become a professional firefighter. The number of candidates taking the exam has increased dramatically in recent years, reflecting the desirability of the profession. In order to succeed against this increased competition, the candidate must be prepared to tackle the unique question types found on the exam. This book contains the most up to date ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Learn how to pass the FIRETEAM™ Firefighter Exam and become a professional firefighter. The number of candidates taking the exam has increased dramatically in recent years, reflecting the desirability of the profession. In order to succeed against this increased competition, the candidate must be prepared to tackle the unique question types found on the exam. This book contains the most up to date
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Fire in Paradise

An American Tragedy

de Alastair Gee, Dani Anguiano ...

The harrowing story of the most destructive American wildfire in a century.On November 8, 2018, the ferocious Camp Fire razed nearly every home in Paradise, California, and killed at least 85 people. Journalists Alastair Gee and Dani Anguiano reported on Paradise from the day the fire began and conducted hundreds of in-depth interviews with residents, firefighters and police, and scientific ... Leer más

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The harrowing story of the most destructive American wildfire in a century.On November 8, 2018, the ferocious Camp Fire razed nearly every home in Paradise, California, and killed at least 85 people. Journalists Alastair Gee and Dani Anguiano reported on Paradise from the day the fire began and conducted hundreds of in-depth interviews with residents, firefighters and police, and scientific
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Flash Point

The shocking, page-turning psychological thriller from Anita Waller

de Anita Waller ...

They call it the ‘flash point’ – where the fire ignites and it becomes a blaze that can’t be stopped. When you see that flash, you’d better hope nobody is nearby...When their neighbour’s shed goes up in flames, the residents of the housing estate all gather around. They don’t want to believe anyone was in there. But to the devastation of the parents of two teenagers, their children are found dead ... Leer más

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They call it the ‘flash point’ – where the fire ignites and it becomes a blaze that can’t be stopped. When you see that flash, you’d better hope nobody is nearby...When their neighbour’s shed goes up in flames, the residents of the housing estate all gather around. They don’t want to believe anyone was in there. But to the devastation of the parents of two teenagers, their children are found dead
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Earthquakes, Tsunamis and Nuclear Risks

Prediction and Assessment Beyond the Fukushima Accident

Edición de Katsuhiro Kamae ...

This book covers seismic probabilistic risk assessment (S-PRA) and related studies which have become more important to increase the safety of nuclear facilities against earthquakes and tsunamis in the face of the many uncertainties after the Fukushima accident. The topics are (1) Active faults and active tectonics important for seismic hazard assessment of nuclear facilities,(2) Seismic source ... Leer más

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This book covers seismic probabilistic risk assessment (S-PRA) and related studies which have become more important to increase the safety of nuclear facilities against earthquakes and tsunamis in the face of the many uncertainties after the Fukushima accident. The topics are (1) Active faults and active tectonics important for seismic hazard assessment of nuclear facilities,(2) Seismic source
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Monster Fire at Minong

Wisconsin’s Five Mile Tower Fire of 1977

de Bill Matthias ...

Ignited by a single match on April 30, 1977, the Five Mile Tower Fire raged out of control for 17 hours. It would be one of the largest wildland fires in Wisconsin history, ultimately destroying more than 13,000 acres of land and 63 buildings. As a column of black pine smoke reached high in the sky, citizens from Minong, Chicog, Webster, Gordon, Wascott, Hayward, Spooner, Solon Springs, and other ... Leer más

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Ignited by a single match on April 30, 1977, the Five Mile Tower Fire raged out of control for 17 hours. It would be one of the largest wildland fires in Wisconsin history, ultimately destroying more than 13,000 acres of land and 63 buildings. As a column of black pine smoke reached high in the sky, citizens from Minong, Chicog, Webster, Gordon, Wascott, Hayward, Spooner, Solon Springs, and other
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Monte Carlo N-Particle Simulations for Nuclear Detection and Safeguards

An Examples-Based Guide for Students and Practitioners

de John S. Hendricks, Martyn T. Swinhoe, Andrea Favalli ...

This open access book is a pedagogical, examples-based guide to using the Monte Carlo N-Particle (MCNP®) code for nuclear safeguards and non-proliferation applications. The MCNP code, general-purpose software for particle transport simulations, is widely used in the field of nuclear safeguards and non-proliferation for numerous applications including detector design and calibration, and the study ... Leer más

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This open access book is a pedagogical, examples-based guide to using the Monte Carlo N-Particle (MCNP®) code for nuclear safeguards and non-proliferation applications. The MCNP code, general-purpose software for particle transport simulations, is widely used in the field of nuclear safeguards and non-proliferation for numerous applications including detector design and calibration, and the study
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The Professional Protection Officer

Practical Security Strategies and Emerging Trends

de IFPO ...

The Professional Protection Officer: Security Strategies, Tactics and Trends (8th Edition) is the definitive reference and instructional text for career oriented security officers in both the private and public sectors. The first edition originated with the birth of the International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) in 1988, which has been using the book as the official text since that ... Leer más

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The Professional Protection Officer: Security Strategies, Tactics and Trends (8th Edition) is the definitive reference and instructional text for career oriented security officers in both the private and public sectors. The first edition originated with the birth of the International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) in 1988, which has been using the book as the official text since that
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Safety for Particle Accelerators

de Thomas Otto ...

Series series Particle Acceleration and Detection
The use of non-standard technologies such as superconductivity, cryogenics and radiofrequency pose challenges for the safe operation of accelerator facilities that cannot be addressed using only best practice from occupational safety in conventional industry. This book introduces readers to different occupational safety issues at accelerator facilities and is directed to managers, scientists, ... Leer más

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The use of non-standard technologies such as superconductivity, cryogenics and radiofrequency pose challenges for the safe operation of accelerator facilities that cannot be addressed using only best practice from occupational safety in conventional industry. This book introduces readers to different occupational safety issues at accelerator facilities and is directed to managers, scientists,
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Gunflint Burning

Fire in the Boundary Waters

de Cary J. Griffith ...

On May 5, 2007, two days into his twenty-seventh trip to the Boundary Waters, Stephen Posniak found a perfect spot on Ham Lake and set about making a campfire. Over the next two weeks, the fire he set would consume 75,000 acres of forest and 144 build ... Leer más

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On May 5, 2007, two days into his twenty-seventh trip to the Boundary Waters, Stephen Posniak found a perfect spot on Ham Lake and set about making a campfire. Over the next two weeks, the fire he set would consume 75,000 acres of forest and 144 build
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A Chicago Firehouse

Stories of Wrigleyville's Engine 78

de Karen Kruse ...

Series series Voices of America
From its humble beginnings in 1884 as a one-story frame building with one bay to house Hose Company 4 and its team of horses, Engine Company 78 has been the firefighting sentinel at the end of Waveland Avenue, sitting in the shadow of Wrigley Field. Using vintage photographs and moving stories from firefighters themselves, Karen Kruse captures the spirit and heroism of this historic Chicago ... Leer más

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From its humble beginnings in 1884 as a one-story frame building with one bay to house Hose Company 4 and its team of horses, Engine Company 78 has been the firefighting sentinel at the end of Waveland Avenue, sitting in the shadow of Wrigley Field. Using vintage photographs and moving stories from firefighters themselves, Karen Kruse captures the spirit and heroism of this historic Chicago
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Make: Fire

The Art and Science of Working with Propane

de Tim Deagan ...

Learn how to safely build projects that burn, poof, "boosh," and flare! This complete reference and hands-on guide to working with propane explains how to create a variety of flame effects projects that can be built with common tools and materials.Starting from the basics, this book explains everything you need to know to safely work with propane. An essential reference for building projects like ... Leer más

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Learn how to safely build projects that burn, poof, "boosh," and flare! This complete reference and hands-on guide to working with propane explains how to create a variety of flame effects projects that can be built with common tools and materials.Starting from the basics, this book explains everything you need to know to safely work with propane. An essential reference for building projects like
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Risk Communication for the Future

Towards Smart Risk Governance and Safety Management

Edición de Mathilde Bourrier, Corinne Bieder ...

Series series SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology
The conventional approach to risk communication, based on a centralized and controlled model, has led to blatant failures in the management of recent safety related events. In parallel, several cases have proved that actors not thought of as risk governance or safety management contributors may play a positive role regarding safety. Building on these two observations and bridging the gap between ... Leer más

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The conventional approach to risk communication, based on a centralized and controlled model, has led to blatant failures in the management of recent safety related events. In parallel, several cases have proved that actors not thought of as risk governance or safety management contributors may play a positive role regarding safety. Building on these two observations and bridging the gap between
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Nondestructive Assay of Nuclear Materials for Safeguards and Security

Edición de William H. Geist, Peter A. Santi, Martyn T. Swinhoe ...

This open access book describes the nondestructive assay techniques that are used for the measurement of nuclear material (primarily uranium and plutonium) for nuclear material accountancy purposes. It is a substantial revision to the so-called PANDA manual that has been a standard reference since its publication in 1991. The book covers the origin and interactions of gamma rays and neutrons as ... Leer más

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This open access book describes the nondestructive assay techniques that are used for the measurement of nuclear material (primarily uranium and plutonium) for nuclear material accountancy purposes. It is a substantial revision to the so-called PANDA manual that has been a standard reference since its publication in 1991. The book covers the origin and interactions of gamma rays and neutrons as
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Surviving the Firehouse

A Rookies Guide to "Surviving the Firehouse and Fire Department Life"

de Mauro Porcelli ...

Over the course of my twenty-five-year career as a firefighter, I noticed that many promising rookies and probationary year firefighters made mistakes that sent them into a tailspin, ending their careers. Most of the time, their mistakes weren't really their fault. I remember thinking that they would have made it if only they had had a mentor or someone to show them the ropes, show them how to ... Leer más

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Over the course of my twenty-five-year career as a firefighter, I noticed that many promising rookies and probationary year firefighters made mistakes that sent them into a tailspin, ending their careers. Most of the time, their mistakes weren't really their fault. I remember thinking that they would have made it if only they had had a mentor or someone to show them the ropes, show them how to
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Chainsaw Operator's Manual

Chainsaw Safety, Maintenance and Cross-cutting Techniques

de ForestWorks ...

The Chainsaw Operator's Manual is an essential safety tool for chainsaw operators. It is the ultimate guide to basic chainsaw operating techniques covering safety, maintenance and cross-cutting, but not tree felling. Detailed diagrams illustrate horizontal, vertical and boring cuts, as well as trimming and cross-cutting techniques.Safety considerations are discussed, including workplace safety, ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

The Chainsaw Operator's Manual is an essential safety tool for chainsaw operators. It is the ultimate guide to basic chainsaw operating techniques covering safety, maintenance and cross-cutting, but not tree felling. Detailed diagrams illustrate horizontal, vertical and boring cuts, as well as trimming and cross-cutting techniques.Safety considerations are discussed, including workplace safety,
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New York City Firefighting

1901-2001

de Steven Scher ...

Series series Images of America
The story of firefighting in New York City is one of danger, tradition, pride, excitement, and tragedy. It is also the story of man's triumph over destructive forces. From the gaslight days of horse-drawn steam engines to the World Trade Center tragedy of 2001, the heroic men and women who make up the city's most dynamic public service have risked and often lost their lives in order to protect and ... Leer más

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The story of firefighting in New York City is one of danger, tradition, pride, excitement, and tragedy. It is also the story of man's triumph over destructive forces. From the gaslight days of horse-drawn steam engines to the World Trade Center tragedy of 2001, the heroic men and women who make up the city's most dynamic public service have risked and often lost their lives in order to protect and
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Tree Faller's Manual

Techniques for Standard and Complex Tree-Felling Operations

de ForestWorks ...

The Tree Faller’s Manual is an essential handbook for forest operators and others who need to fell trees manually using a hand-held chainsaw. This manual builds on the information provided by the Chainsaw Operator’s Manual.Tree felling is a high risk activity. Many fatalities and serious injuries have occurred as a result of being struck by falling trees, dislodged tree limbs or other dangers in ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

The Tree Faller’s Manual is an essential handbook for forest operators and others who need to fell trees manually using a hand-held chainsaw. This manual builds on the information provided by the Chainsaw Operator’s Manual.Tree felling is a high risk activity. Many fatalities and serious injuries have occurred as a result of being struck by falling trees, dislodged tree limbs or other dangers in
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The State of Fire

Why California Burns

de Obi Kaufmann ...

Los Angeles Times BestsellerLos Angeles Daily News Noteworthy Book of 20242025 California Indie Bookstore BestsellerL.A. Taco Best Book of 2024How do we live with fire? From the creator of The California Field Atlas, a book of stewardship, resilience, and hope.Fire is an essential part of California's ecology. Humans have been usin... ... Leer más

$20.19 USD

Los Angeles Times BestsellerLos Angeles Daily News Noteworthy Book of 20242025 California Indie Bookstore BestsellerL.A. Taco Best Book of 2024How do we live with fire? From the creator of The California Field Atlas, a book of stewardship, resilience, and hope.Fire is an essential part of California's ecology. Humans have been usin...
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