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THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE HANDBOOK, 1981 Second Edition, Joseph A. Ross, Editor; National Fire Protection Association, 470 Atlantic Ave., Boston, Mass. 02210; 995 pages, $19.50.
This book contains the complete text of the 1981 National Electrical Code, as well as explanatory commentary, diagrams, and photographs.
Electrical installation requirements are discussed in depth, from wiring design to cable assemblies.
A chapter is devoted to general equipment such as lighting fixtures, air conditioners and motors. Special systems such as X-ray machines, data processing equipment and escalators are also examined.
FIRE TERMS, Ralph W. Burklin, Robert G. Purington, National Fire Protection Association, 470 Atlantic Aue., Boston, Mass. 02210; 212 pages, $10.
The terms in this text have been compiled in dictionary form, complete with several illustrations.
Two appendices are included with the addresses of government and private agencies concerned with fire protection.
MINES & BUNKERS, Vol. 10, Eire Safety Aspects of Polymeric Materials; Technomic Publishing Co., Inc., 265 Post Road West, Westport, Conn. 06880, 236 pages, $25.
The fire safety aspects of the equipment used in mines, including polymeric materials, are examined.
Plastics, elastomers, adhesives and coatings are discussed in terms of their flammability, smoke and toxicity.
This is the tenth and final volume of a series of books based on a report by the National Materials Advisory Board, sponsored by the National Academy of Sciences.
SHIPS, Vol. 9, Fire Safety Aspects of Polymeric Materials; Technomic Publishing Co., Inc., 265 Post Road West, Westport, Conn. 06880, 236 pages, $25.
The fire behavior and fire retardance of polymeric materials in ships, boats, craft and marine equipment are examined in this book. Both commercial and military ships are discussed. Charts, tables and photographs appear throughout the text.
The information is based on a report by the National Materials Advisory Board and is sponsored by the National Academy of Sciences.
A HISTORY OF FIREFIGHTING, State Mutual Book & Periodical Service Ltd , 521 Fifth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10017; 158 pages, $18.
This book traces the advancements that have been made in the fire service from Roman times to the present in England.
Each chapter is dedicated to another phase of progress, with emphasis placed on the developments made during World War II. Photographs, antique sketches and paintings illustrate the text.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO CRISIS, Jeffrey T. Mitchell, H.L.P. Resnik, Robert J. Brady Co., Bowie, Md. 20715; 218 pages, $12.95.
This text serves as a guide for emergency medical personnel in assessing and dealing with the emotional aspects of a crisis situation.
Fifteen types of major emergencies are examined, including alcoholism, child abuse and suicide. Coping techniques used in these and other situations are discussed in detail.
Emphasis is placed on the communication skills needed when dealing with victims and their families.
THE FIRE STATION BOOK, Nancy Bundt, Carolrhoda Books, 241 First Ave. North, Minneapolis, Minn. 55401, 32 pages, $5.95.
Geared to children bet ween the ages of four and eight, this book is a photographic essay describing a typical day with fire fighters -from eating and sleeping to cleaning the equipment and waiting for the alarm to ring.
The functions of an aerial ladder truck, engine and rescue boat are also explained.
POCKET MEDICAL GUIDE, Benco Ltd., P.O. Box 146, Viroqua, Wis.; 140 pages, $2.95.
Aimed at the layman, this book lists the symptoms of various illnesses and explains the basic procedures that can be taken to aid the victim.
This book, complete with illustrations, is clearly written and easy to understand.
