Special Hazard Basics Text

The fourteen chapter Special Hazard Basics text is an invaluable reference for any office with NICET Special Hazards candidates.

  • This book is a fundamental reference for anyone working in Special Hazards
  • From an introductory overview of NFPA standards, to math, physics, and communication skills, you will find that you reference Special Hazard Basics over and over again!
  • Easy to read and follow, this well written manual will become the cornerstone of your Fire Protection Library
  • All NICET Level I elements are covered in this text
  • An extensive review of math with many example problems

Special Hazard Basics covers:

  • NFPA Standards
  • Basic Metric Units and Conversions
  • Simple Plans and Specifications
  • Sprinkler Suppression Systems
  • First Aid Procedures
  • Basic Individual Safety
  • Basic Communication Skills
  • Basic Math
  • Basic Wiring
  • Field Sketching
  • Layout Simple Designs
  • Standard Symbols
  • Basic Physical Science
  • Principles of Combustion

For those interested in NICET certification, an Addendum to Special HazardBasics is included. The addendum has been carefully planned and designed to assist you with your understanding of the NICET test cycle and how each chapter relates to specific NICET certification in the Fire Protection sub-field of Special Hazards. The addendum covers an Introduction to NICET and NICET test day tips. These two chapters alone can save you valuable time and money! Specific testing tips are also offered for each chapter and how they apply toward specific NICET work elements