Emergency Rescue Shoring Techniques

John P. O'Connell

Jan 2005 · PennWell Books

About this ebook

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

Ratings and reviews

John writes the bible of emergency shoring techniques during technical and heavy rescue operations.

About the author

John P. O'Connell has been a member of FDNY for more than 24 years, and is currently assigned to Rescue Company No. 3. He is a New York State certified instructor, adjunct instructor for the New York State Academy of Fire Science, and certified instructor for the New York City Fire Department Division of Training, as well as an editorial advisory board member and contributing editor of Fire Engineering magazine. O'Connell also is actively involved in the Fire Department Instructor's Conference, and is the author of more than 30 articles on structural collapse. He teaches shoring seminars internationally