Emergency Rescue Shoring Techniques (Paperback)

Finally, a complete resource on shoring and stabilization of emergency scenes. This new book takes the reader step-by-step through the basic principles of emergency shoring operations so they may learn to operate in a safe and efficient atmosphere while conducting search and rescue operations in unstable environments. O'Connell thoroughly covers the engineering aspects involved in shoring and stabilization, carefully explaining how to maintain the strength and integrity of any and all structurally damaged or unstable elements such as beams, joists, girders, columns, arches, headers, or bearing walls. This book includes a glossary and covers the basic terminology and instructions for shoring.
Key Features & Benefits
- Teaches safe & effective size-up techniques for shoring operations
- Detailed shoring construction
- Outlines the risks involved in stabilization
- Suitable for all firefighters, military, and construction personnel, as well as urban search and rescue teams

General

Imprint:	Fire Engineering Books & Videos,a Division of PennWell Corporation
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	April 2005
First published:	April 2005
Authors:	John P O'Connell
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 25mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	512
ISBN-13:	978-0-912212-59-3
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Technology: general issues > Engineering: general Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social work > Aid & relief programmes Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > Social impact of disasters > General
LSN:	0-912212-59-4
Barcode:	9780912212593

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