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Article Databases

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AccessScience

Articles from the McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science & Technology, McGraw-Hill Yearbooks and Science News.

GeoRef

American Geological Institute's geosciences database containing citations for journals, books, maps, theses and dissertations.

Other Suggestions

FirstSearch

Provides access to several databases: Article First, ECO, GPO, Medline, WorldCat (look for items to request through interlibrary loan), Funk & Wagnall's New World Encyclopedia, World Almanac, and WorldCatDissertations.

ACS Web Editions

(American Chemical Society)
Over 30 peer-reviewed journals and archives back to 1879.

Fire Science
Web Links

Arizona Division of Emergency Services

The Arizona Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) web site was created to provide quick access to ADEM information to the public during an emergency as well as useful background material.

DOT National Standards for EMT's and Paramedics

This is the 1998 release of the Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic: National Standard Curriculum. It contains the Course Guide and Instructor Lesson Plan in multiple WordPerfect files.

Federal Emergency Management Agency

FEMA is an independent agency of the federal government, reporting to the President. Since its founding in 1979, FEMA's mission has been clear: to reduce loss of life and property and protect our nation's critical infrastructure from all types of hazards through a comprehensive, risk-based, emergency management program of mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.

Firehouse Magazine

Provides links to site related to firefighting, rescue, EMS and safety.

IFSTA/Fire Protection Publications

Browse through a list of relevant publications and add to your shopping cart to purchase them online.

Insurance Services Office (ISO)

A leading supplier of statistical, actuarial and underwriting information for and about the property and casualty industry.

International Association of Fire Chiefs

The International Association of Fire Chiefs (ICHIEFS) is an international network of chief fire and emergency officers. ICHIEFS highlights its organizational structure and upcoming conferences. Membership details and a site search form are available.

International Association of Fire Fighters

Intended primarily for professional career fire fighters, paramedics and EMTs who belong to the IAFF across the U.S. and Canada. However, anyone interested in fire and emergency medical services will also find a great deal of useful information.

National Directory of Emergency Services

Presents an online directory of police and fire departments. Includes an index of employment opportunities in police and fire departments. Provides such information on each department as its size, specialized services, and types of equipment used.Contains tips on passing employment exams. Notes that a subscription is required to become a member. Allows members to search or add employment opportunities and submit departmental statistics.

National Fallen Firefighters' Memorial

Conceived as a tribute to America's fire service, the National Fallen Firefighters' Memorial is a beautiful monument to courage and service.

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

Presents the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Provides information about the Association's departments, publications, seminars, and educational programs. Offers access to codes and standards information. Posts contact information via mailing address, telephone and fax numbers, and e-mail.

US Fire Administration (USFA)

As an entity of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the mission of the United States Fire Administration is to reduce life and economic losses due to fire and related emergencies. The USFA provides public education, training, technology and data initiatives.

Fire Science
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