This new, comprehensive curriculum for rescue operations is written by one of the premier fire training institutions in the United States the Maryland Fire & Rescue Institute. Rescue Technician goes beyond the task-specific functions of the rescue vehicle and addresses a broad-based approach to specialty training needs and shows how all units interface with one another during a rescue operation. * Covers incident scene management, current technologies, heavy vehicle rescue, and various operational issues confronting basic-level rescue providers * Practical exercises throughout provide hands-on learning and experience * Addresses NFPA Standard 1005