Firefighters from the heart : true stories and lessons learned /

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Main Author: Chikerotis, Steve
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Australia ; Clifton Park, NY : Thomson Delmar Learning, c2006.
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500 |a "Chicago Battalion Chief and 27-year service member Steve Chikerotis shares the experiences and stories that have shaped his career and the careers of some of the most influential names in firefighting in this compelling new book. A gripping compilation of 45 short stories and case studies, Firefighters from the Heart: Lessons Learned details actual fire service incidents from some of the most respected firefighters in the nation to convey valuable lessons on safety and risk management through education and awareness. These exciting stories make readers feel that they are on the scene of each heart-pounding incident, and inherently promote the development of crucial life saving instincts and leadership skills while inviting readers to develop a sense of appreciation for the challenges firefighters face." 
505 0 |a A lot to learn -- Miracle rescue : the victim -- Miracle rescue : the rescuer -- Growing with the changing times -- Saving lives -- Saving lives : the instructor -- A tough decision -- And I thought fighting fires was hard work -- Prepare your troops for battle -- Your partner can't see -- The forum restaurant fire -- To the rescue -- Good smoke? -- A close call -- The Chestnut street high-rise fire -- Sharing experiences -- A noble breed -- A case of arson? -- fitting in -- Earning respect -- the day that changed my life forever -- Not this time! -- "Bring 'em all home" -- When duty calls -- Mayday! firefighters down! -- Physical fitness -- Whatever can go wrong -- Communication and accountability -- Growing up on the job -- The unsung hero -- Living on the edge -- Not always pretty -- Danger in disguise -- Losing my way -- Play your gut feeling -- Teamwork -- Becoming a student of the game -- Some valuable lessons -- He's got a gun! -- The Pentagon on 9/11 -- G.I. Jane -- We don't always win -- Trapped in a burning stairway -- Be ready when you're called on -- A deadly department store fire -- For love of my father. 
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