For over forty years, Brannigan's Building Construction of the Fire Service has been the fire service's most trusted and comprehensive building construction resource available. Now in its Fifth Edition, this bestselling resource continues to honor Frank Brannigan's legacy by continuing his passion for detail and extensive practical experience. His motto, "Know your buildings," impacts every aspect of this text.This Fifth Edition now features:Coverage of the National Fire Academy's Fire and Emergency Services in Higher Education (FESHE) Building Construction for Fire Protection course objectives.New stand-alone chapter on New, Light, Green (Solar), and Modular Construction.Enhanced emphasis on tactical considerations found throughout the text.Trust Brannigan's Building Construction of the Fire Service to provide straightforward information on different building types and their unique hazards needed to keep fire fighters safe on the job.